Neil is currently offering lessons to students of all levels, specializing in jazz. Neil has a studio in the Almaden Valley area San Jose, but is also willing to travel to the student's home. Neil earned a Bachelor's degree in Improvised Music Studies from SJSU, and is currently working on an MFA in Music at SJSU as well.

Neil has had many private students over the last 6 years, and has taught several Community Education guitar classes in both Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties for students at many levels of ability.