My newest endeavor as a musician and teacher is writing a children's picture book series that teaches young children to recognize musical notes on the staff just by reading the story. It's geared towards young children but anyone who wishes to better identify notes on the staff may benefit from it.  It's a goofy little story based on my dog, Gustav, who tells the reader all about his life by pointing out musical notes on the staff.  The goal is to get the reader to recognize notes on the staff by reading the story before starting music lessons or in addition to the lessons.  The thought is that the reader will learn notes just from exposure to the story.  It is professionally illustrated and is available in paperback or ebook on Amazon.  A hardcover edition is in the works.  If interested in purchasing a copy please visit the Amazon link below.