He has played in many classical ensembles including the Concord Orchestra, New England Intercollegiate Band, Hillyer Festival Orchestra, Salem State Concert Band, Morgenmusik and others. He has also played with many combo groups in and around the Boston area, including include The Zaitchik Brothers Band, The Austin Torpedoes, Soul Baby and others. He received his B.M., graduating Magna Cum Laude from the University of Massachusetts Lowell in December 2008.