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Our mission is to offer music classes with a fun, friendly atmosphere,

making a music community to be enjoyed by all that attend. 

Meet the Band

Matt Rae

Matt began taking lessons with guitar legend Arlen Roth in 1997 and, just a year later, joined Roth’s band, where he performed until 2013. Over the years, he has released five acclaimed solo CDs, earning praise from Guitar Player, Vintage Guitar, and 20th Century Guitar. Named a Guitar Hero by Guitar Player in 2005 and recognized by Gold Coastas one of Connecticut’s best guitarists, Matt has recorded with artists including Forrest Lee Jr., Tim Wallas, Roxy Perry, Arlen Roth, and Levon Helm. His performance credits include sharing the stage with Sonny Landreth, Matt Schofield, Redd Volkaert, Commander Cody, Johnny Winter, and a memorable Midnight Ramble with Levon Helm. In 2017, he toured the East Coast with Jennifer Mydland, daughter of Grateful Dead’s Brent Mydland, and has graced venues such as Daryl’s House, BB King’s, The Iridium, The Turning Point, and The Acoustic. Recently, he has shared bills with Scott Metzger and Bill Kirchen, and secured endorsement deals with Dr. Z amps and Revelator guitars.

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Patrick Killion

Patrick Killion

Patrick has been playing guitar for over a decade, honing his craft across a variety of styles and settings. A few years ago, he earned his Advanced Professional Guitar Certificate from Berklee College of Music, further refining his technique and deepening his musical knowledge.

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