Dave Cocagne   I am happy to be working in the wonderful family oriented community of Plymouth. I am lucky to have great students who allow me to make my music and teaching better. Dave received his Bachelor and  Master degree in Classical Guitar at Wayne State University. His main areas of expertise are composition, arranging and performing. He is part of The Troubadours World Music Ensemble and performs at Silky Lounge in Dearborn as well as at art fairs and city festivals (including Plymouth). He specializes in Classical Guitar, World Music, Rock, Jazz and Folk. He loves working with young developing musicians and being able to make a living while pursuing his passion . . . music.	Ken Puterbaugh   I have twenty years of teaching experience and many of my students have gone on to careers in music. Ken studied guitar at Wayne State University under Joe Fava and Chris Burg focusing on Classical and Jazz Guitar. He has also participated in Master classes given by internationally known artists David Russel, Manuel Lopez Ramos, Manuel Barrueco, Nigel North and John Holmquist. Ken specializes in guitar performance, music theory, improvisation and technique. Ken performs with The Mustangs, Luck of the Draw, Sarah Lenore, Jim Pashcot and the Trademark Band, Tracy Maree and Robin Lee. His performance venues have included the Detroit Country Music Hoedown, DTE (Pine Knob), Freedom Hill, and many other types of venues including clubs, weddings, parties, corporate events and church services. Ken specializes in styles ranging from Classical, Jazz, Rock, Folk and Country. Ken loves being able to share his knowledge with students and help them progress towards their own creative goals.	Chuck Newsome    Blue Fish Music and Paul Murphy have created the ideal environment for people of all ages to study music. After teaching elsewhere and privately, I found an inspiring home at Blue Fish. I strive to reach as many students as I can, to contribute to a more musical place to live and work. Chuck has completed his Bachelor at Wayne State University this past winter and will begin his Master, both in Jazz studies. He has studied privately with Jeff Davis, Steven Carryer and Fareed Haque to name a few. He has attended Master classes with Chick Corea, Randy Johnston and Joe Lavana. His strengths are in composition, theory, transcription, arranging, note reading, harmonizing melodies, counterpoint, and rhythmic studies. Chuck has been part of Smokestack since 1999, performing all over Michigan, the surrounding states and in places as far away as Colorado,  New York City, Quebec and Ontario. He also hosts the Jazz Jam Session in Detroit on Monday nights and has played in the WSU Jazz Big Band. He specializes in Jazz, Rock, Fusion, Bluegrass/Country, Funk, R&B and Latin/World. Teaching not only allows me to discuss music with people of all ages and backgrounds but also reconnects me daily with the reason I started playing in the first place! For the love of it.
Greg Boyce   I've been playing the guitar for over 30 years. It has become an integral part of me and I enjoy sharing what I have learned with others. Greg studied music at Eastern Michigan University. He also learned alot of what he knows from years of experience playing with other professional musician. His emphasis is in Jazz Guitar and his areas of expertise are in theory, technique and playing with expression.   Greg plays in a group called Inside Out. They perform at Floods in Greek Town, MGM Casino, for corporate parties, banquet halls and other venues. The thing Greg enjoys about teaching is seeing his students progress. He also loves the therapuetic nature of music. It is very relaxing and uplifting to play. Greg specializes in Jazz, Blues, Classic Rock and Fusion.	Mike Blaszkiewicz I enjoy teaching at Blue Fish Music because of the friendly and positive atmosphere. The owners and teachers are informed and professional. Mike received his Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Classical Guitar  Performance from Wayne State University. He has been the head of Oakland Community College Guitar department since 1998. Mike specializes in fingerstyle technique, fretboard theory, chord construction, improvisation, composition and reading music. He is a member of The Troubadours which performs as a classical guitar duet and a four piece World Music group. You can see where they are playing by checking out their website: www.TheTroubadours.org   Mike enjoys teaching students of all ages, from young children to adults. He is accomplished in many styles, including Classical, Folk, Blues, Rock, Jazz and World playing either electric or acoustic. He enjoys presenting clear ideas and information that students can put to use.