Thomas has been extremely fortunate to experience such a depth and breadth of vocal and instrumental music styles that he sees music education as a door to a hallway full of doors. He learned the basics of music when his parents enrolled him in piano at a young age, and he wants to share the same foundation with his students. Music brings us closer to ourselves and our community because it provides creative expression as well as the chance to create with others something you cannot create on your own. Everyone comes to music with some level of ability and desire to express or interact. As a teacher, Thomas pays attention to the details of what the student wants out of their musical training and guides them across a bridge of skills required to achieve their goals.