Joe studied at Colorado Mesa State and North Texas State University, focusing on jazz studies and flute performance, before completing degrees in Flute Performance and Music Education at Metropolitan State University of Denver. He later earned his master’s degree in Music Education and Saxophone from the University of Colorado.

After more than 25 years of teaching in Douglas County and Denver Public Schools, Joe recently retired to dedicate himself fully to performing, publishing music, and expanding his work as a jazz education clinician.

His past performance and recording experience includes co-founding the international group IMAGES and collaborating with artists such as Rob Mullins, Ron Miles, Chuck Lamb, Eric Gunnison, Hugh Ragin, Paul Romaine, and Gabriel Santiago. He continues to lead ensembles and produce jazz concerts in Denver, most frequently at the venue Dazzle.

Throughout his 25-year career in music education, Joe worked with hundreds of elementary students through his “Music Beyond Borders” curriculum, which integrates technology-assisted jazz instruction, call-and-response improvisation, and mentorship from professional musicians. He expanded these concepts in his middle and high school teaching, at summer jazz camps, and through his work with the Colorado Conservatory for the Jazz Arts (CCJA). Joe has also served as an adjunct professor at Metropolitan State University of Denver and has led clinics for students and educators at numerous colleges and conventions.

In addition to his teaching and performing, Joe has served as president of several Colorado jazz education organizations and currently serves on the Board of Directors for CCJA.

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This site was created to bring together all of Joe’s musical projects—including performance, publishing, private teaching, and clinician services. Please enjoy exploring the recordings, videos, and resources available here.