Mathisen, Stig Guitar
Stig’s education includes a PhD and Master’s Degree in Studio/Jazz Guitar from University of Southern California as well as six years of classical training from Tromsoe University College in Norway, where he taught studio technology and guitar from 1999-2006. In 2007, Stig was tapped to join a reunion of the seminal band Alcatrazz, which launched the careers of former guitarists Yngwie Malmsteen and Steve Vai, that resulted in the 2010 album Bleed Like Me (released under the band name Ashdown). His recent projects include an album recorded at Conway Studios with a band fronted by singer Paige Williams and his debut instrumental solo album, set for release in 2012, featuring three-time GRAMMY nominee and Emmy Award-winning bassist Philip Bynoe (Steve Vai) along with drummer and LAMA instructor Sandro Feliciano. At MI, Stig teaches Open Counseling, Private Lessons, Single String Improvisation, Rhythm Section Workshop, Theory, and Ear Training.
Bachelor
Hume, Peter
Born in Washington, D.C., Peter Hume took up the guitar at age 12 and began his professional career while still... Read more...
Keller, Lynn
Originally from Chicago, Ill., Lynn began her bass career in 1976. As a graduate of the University of Texas at... Read more...
Kelly, Devin
Devin Kelly is a freelance percussionist based out of New York & Los Angeles. Devin has a Master¹s degree in Jazz... Read more...
Solt, Gary
Gary Solt’s professional credits include session guitar work for “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” “Deep Space... Read more...
Education, Bachelor
Yoon, Rachel Jiyoung
Rachel began playing piano at age 2 and composing at age of 7 under the tutelage of her father, a classical composer... Read more...
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