History

1960s

I was born on the 30th November 1960 at Parramatta Hospital
to Tom & Betty Arndell.

I grew up at 5 Symonds Avenue in North Parramatta
for the first three years of my life.

I then later moved to 45 Romney Crescent Miller
in Sydney’s south west.

I have three sisters, (Vicky, Tracey & Hayley).

I received my kindergarten & primary education
at Miller Public School.

1970s

I was raised by my father throughout my teens
as my mother left just as I was entering high school.

I received my secondary education at Miller High School.

I then started an apprenticeship as a Plant Mechanic
with White Industries Limited at 80 Long Street in Smithfield
& attended Sydney Technical College in Ultimo.

I quickly saved up some money & bought my first guitar :)



1980s

I was relocated to Ulan Open Cut Coal Mine
at the completion of my apprenticeship
where I was to spend the next few years working.

I had a work accident after a year & a half
that forced me to come back to Sydney
to undergo some minor operations & rehabilitation.

I met my wife, (Roseina) in the '80s
& with her encouragement & support

I decided to pursue a career in music.

I performed countless gigs throughout the ‘80s & ‘90s.

I have played in a wide variety of styles
that include pop, rock, acoustic, blues & jazz.



1990s

I started teaching full time in the early ‘90s.

I founded The School Of Contemporary Guitar in 1995
& held clinics, workshops & concerts with a long list of guitar greats.
I have hosted events with...

Bruce Reid
Buzz Feiten (USA)
Dave Leslie
Frank Gambale (USA)
Ian Moss
James Muller
Mal Eastick
Peter Northcote
Phil Emmanuel
Ray Beadle
Rex Goh
Rick Brewster
Rod McCormack
Simon Patterson
Steve Edmonds
Steve McKenna
Stuart French
Terry Murray
Tim Rollinson &
Tommy Emmanuel (USA)
to name a few.



2000s

I founded Oz Guitar in the year 2000
& since then have taught 1,000s of students
to learn how to play the guitar.

I plan on continuing to teach well in to the future
for as long as I can.

I have five children that include
four girls, (Emily, Melissa, Kayla & Ashlee)

& one boy (Peter).

I also have a few pets that include
a Galah (Charlie), Budgie (Whistles)
& a Beagle (Buddy).