Mike Loce is originally from the Boston area, and has been professionally networking the New England music and guitar scene since finishing college at UMass Lowell in 1994. A strong original music composing drive and guitar focus set the stage for the years to come.
For four years, Mike helped run and build the online Personal Guitar School / Learn Guitar, Inc. (now called Sam Ash Music Institute) as Director of Student Support. He handled development and consultation of guitar lesson plans for students of all ages and abilities around the world.
For two years, Mike worked in electronics and assembly at Parker Guitars in Wilmington, Massachusetts. This position led to a greater understanding of electric guitar construction and repair in general, so guitar/bass setups and basic wiring are also offered by Mike as a service.
As a professional session guitarist in and around his native New England area since 1994, Mike has performed live with the likes of Gary Cherone (Extreme, Van Halen), members of Blue Man Group, and the Boston Rock Opera (a respected and unique fusion of rock and theatre which brought together diverse talent from the fertile Boston area music, dance, and theatre scenes.) He's also been writing freelance for music magazine The Noise since 2002.
Mike's playing has been prolific, from regular Jazz casino cruises, area Blues clubs, solo guitar synthesizer showpiece performances, music store clinics, and appearances at rock clubs and coffeehouses with many different bands. He was a member of the Boston Musician's Union 9-535 for 12 years and is available for recording sessions. He performs live with his instrumental guitar duo The DoubleNecks.
Mike is also proud to play and endorse Godin Guitars.
Now living with his partner Kate in Merrimack, NH, Mike teaches group ensembles and private students of all ages and abilities. He is an Associate Director of Studio 99 and is thrilled to be part of such a great performance venue and a wonderful gathering of musical personalitites.
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