I was born in Elm Grove, West Virginia, right outside of Pittsburgh, PA. I've played classical guitar since I was nine and the upright bass since I was fourteen.   I've studied with Dr. Nels Leonard (one of Andres Segovia's first American students).   Jette-Ives is a stepping-stone to the fulfillment of my true aspiration:   I secretly desire to play in a Spanish ACDC cover band.   Lyrics must be in Spanish. "El Camino a Inferno...".