MICHAEL RYAN, instructor for guitar, bass, electric guitar, ukulele

It all started when…

Michael Ryan (BA Guitar Performance) - was born and raised in Pharr, TX. He started playing guitar at the age of 12 and quickly obtained his first professional touring opportunity at the age of 17, the same year he was accepted into Berklee College of Music. He started to tour nationally all around the U.S. going coast to coast, opening up for some of the worlds biggest rock bands. While continuing college, Michael was offered a full-time touring position with successful Texas country artist Matt Castillo. During his time with Matt he played internationally at the major music festival ‘Equi-Blues’ in Saint Agreve, France, performed on various television networks, and obtained brand endorsements/sponsorships. He also opened up for some renowned country artists such as Clay Walker, Pat Green, Kevin Fowler, Charlie Crockett, Mark Chestnutt, Aaron Watson, and many more! He then graduated from Berklee college of music with his Bachelor of Arts in Guitar Performance and received numerous scholarships. Michael has taught private guitar lessons for 3 years ranging in all ages, and loves to nerd out about music theory! He also loves his six crazy dogs and is a tennis fanatic!!