Alongside his composition and production work, Dr. Z is a dedicated educator and coach with over a decade of teaching experience, including university-level instruction. He is the creator of Compose & Conquer, a flagship online mentorship program designed to help aspiring composers and musicians dramatically level up their craft. Through this program, participants gain direct access to Evan’s methods and materials and receive personalized feedback on their work – a unique opportunity to learn one-on-one from a doctorate-holding musician who has mastered multiple disciplines. Evan’s credentials as a Doctor of Musical Arts and his history as a guest clinician at institutions like UCLA and Ithaca College underscore the depth of his expertise. Praised as “a superior ... teacher” whose classes leave students “inspired” (Tom Riccobono, Interlochen Arts Academy), he offers hands-on coaching that empowers artists to conquer new creative challenges. Whether you’re a developing composer, performer, or songwriter, Compose & Conquer provides the guidance, structure, and inspiration to accelerate your growth and achieve your musical ambitions.