Izzy is trained in Classical and Jazz and has over 10 years of experience performing Hard Rock and Metal. He has been teaching for over five years, specializing in teaching music theory and advanced technique. He can teach many musical styles and his teaching emphasis is on reading music, fret board recognition, and improvisation. Born and raised in the East Bay, Izzy finished his Music Performance Major in Jazz Guitar from Chabot College and is currently studying complex harmony. Besides the classical and jazz performances he has done for music school, he has composed and performed in various metal bands throughout the Bay Area. Whether it's performing or teaching, music has always been a big part of his life.