Chip has enjoyed many genres of music playing in bands since he was 12.  He joined The Emperors in 1967 only to be drafted two years later into the Army where he performed with a Vietnam touring band called Marshmallow Steam Shovel.  Back in the States he created a popular show band trio called The New Leaf with his brother and best friend. 

In 1978 his career turned to teaching in SVUSD for 33 years.  He still played casually with many local bands.  In 2010 he’s finally back with The Emperors and still enjoying his first passion, Rock-N-Roll!