Cook jams with Metallica photo courtesy of Metallica.com

“You fucking kick ass”
- Kirk Hammett

“That was so hot!
- Kirk Hammett after hearing Brandon play Metallica’s hit song “One” with the band.

“You really did your homework”
- Lars Ulrich during Met-Talent Contest Jam Session

“Very good playing, you must have a really great ear to pick up all that without sheet music”
- Marty Friedman after seeing a video of Brandon performing Friedman’s tunes.

“Good guitar sound, very Alex Lifeson meets modern heavy-rock. The prog metal songwriting was cool and overall I enjoyed it.”
- Brian Beller (Mike Keneally, ex Steve Vai, ex Dweezil Zappa) upon hearing Brandon’s debut album “Changes Reign”

“Lots of people play great and make decent guitar records, but having great vocals gives your band not only a chance to elevate but also makes you as a player a lot more marketable for future gigs”
- Chris Catero (Marty Friedman Band, Razor, ex WarDog) Review of “Changes Reign”

"I highly recommend Brandon as a guitar teacher. As a school teacher myself, I found his techniques and lessons to be relevant, effective and creative- all elements of an excellent teacher.
He was able to see the specific areas where I needed the most help, and work with me until I had mastered them before moving on. His patience with his students and easy going nature made it especially a great experience, and I can now proudly say "I play guitar!"
I would, and have, recommended Brandon to anyone looking to learn to play this often overwhelming instrument in a fun and comfortable setting."
- Janine Emken