In this episode, Brian Jump speaks to Pittsburgh-area guitarist and educator, Ross Heastings, about lead guitar, music theory, cover bands, songwriting, and education.

During the conversation, Jump and Heastings demonstrate musical examples, perform jazz excerpts, and improvise licks and phrases.

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Band Leadership and Rock Maintenance

Join music educator and guitarist, Brian Jump, as he explores music history, education, and technology. 

Jump earned a bachelor’s degree in guitar performance from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a master’s degree in music technology from Duquesne University.  He teaches a wide range of classes at Community College of Allegheny County including Music Technology, Music History, Class Piano, and History of Jazz.

In addition to teaching, Brian performs regularly as a professional pop, classical, and jazz guitarist.