He studied classical piano with Nancy Bussard, composition with the late Jim Heinke, and film music with Hummie Mann. Performs as keyboardist and bassist for the theatrical rock group Black Robes, and the synth-pop collaboration Bit Rationale, while also attending the Seattle Film Institute and composing music for various genres, including solo instrumental works, vocal works, and chamber ensemble.

Recently composed the music score for Tim Boyd's independent film Uniforms starring members of the northwest band Death Cab for Cutie, and his feature film directorial debut is being produced by award winning physicist and former CIA member, Leigh Matheson. His commissioned piece Clockwork Triality, for two violins and piano was performed at Lairmont Manor in Bellingham, Washington on July 26, 2004.