Jackson’s commitment to guitar began at age 10 after seeing a live acoustic version of “Hotel California” and thinking, “I have to be able to do that.” His formal jazz training came by way of independent study with former Berklee and Musicians Institute faculty for over a decade. He keeps busy teaching guitar privately, offering session and “side-man” work, and playing in several groups throughout the Portland area. Jackson is also a songwriter and amateur keyboard player.

 

When not practicing, he enjoys going to the dog park with his English Bulldog, Lucy and reading sci-fi.