I was born and raised in St. Louis, MO as the youngest of a five child family line up. I was exposed to music from day one. My mother, being a piano teacher by trade, initiated a very close and continuous relationship with music. Interestingly enough, I had little ambition to take up an instrument until the age of 15. By that time my oldest sister was involved in local musical theater productions, and my oldest brother was playing the guitar. I soon gravitated towards the electric bass, learned a few of the fundamentals, fell in love with it, and hence my journey began. Shortly thereafter, I became involved in a variety of musical collaborations, that have led me through what continues to be highly challenging yet rewarding musical career.

Over the span of this career, I have developed a variety of other interests. One in particular has been a growing appreciation for the musical and dance performance arts of other cultures, like India, the Middle East, Latin America and North Africa. I feel that my connection with Farshid etniKo offers me a refreshing environment where my involvement leads to a deeper understanding and a greater appreciation of these highly refined arts.

Assuming the bassist role in this group and learning to play music within the band's format has been an exciting challenge for me. I stand humbly committed to do whatever I can to rise to the occasion and improve the groove.