 He received a bachelor of music degree in woodwinds from the University of North Texas in 1982 and a master of music in woodwinds (saxophone) from the University of Michigan (where he studied with Donald Sinta) in 1983.He has previously served on the faculties of the California State University, Northridge, Andrews University, and Lake Michigan College.He has performed throughout the United States and Europe, and has concertized in Japan, as well.