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Julian

SF/Peninsula, East Bay

Julian was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. As a young person, he immersed himself in the creative arts. He started playing the guitar at age ten. As a teenager, he studied with multiple guitarists and formed two rock bands. One of his bands won first place at the 2005 Battle of the Bands at Slim's in San Francisco.

After graduating high school Julian attended Cabrillo College's music program in Santa Cruz where he developed a love for jazz and classical music. In 2012 he moved to the East Bay to attend the California Jazz Conservatory. He earned his bachelor's degree in Jazz Studies and Performance there in 2017. He teaches full time and performs frequently with his jazz trio and two rock groups around the Bay Area.

In his spare time, Julian loves to surf up and down the California coast. He also loves rock climbing and is an avid painter.

What Our Clients Say

Thanks for everything over the years, Justin. And to Matt and Eli as well. It's all been a wonderful experience for Vince, and because of you all, he has a great life skill.

Chris Nappo

El Cerrito
Chris Nappo
Will really enjoyed the lesson with Jake and is very enthusiastic to continue! He found Jake engaging and easy to learn from.

Adrienne Edgar

Oakland
Adrienne Edgar
[The lesson] was wonderful! Sophia was engaged and interested. Christian was kind, gentle, and allowed her to have fun, which I greatly appreciate. You have such an easy system to work with, and we are very grateful!

Sara Kennedy

Lafayette
Sara Kennedy
Willis had a great first lesson. He says Patrick is a 9 out of 10 in comparison to his old teacher... I like Patrick's approach also. You seem to have a great instructor and person representing your business. Willis is excited for his next one!

Louis Mellaci

Folsom
Louis Mellaci
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