3 Instructors for Guitar, Ukulele, Banjo, ELECTRIC Bass, & Mandolin
Christopher Salas: In-person lessons available
Hi there, my name is Chris and I’m a lifelong musician. I was trained in classical piano by my grandparents, both professional pianists, and have since gone on to play guitar, violin, mandolin, ukulele, and bass guitar.
In my 13 years of teaching, I have had the privilege of training with many professional musicians in southern California, and have participated in teacher/student showcase cover bands, playing bands like ZZ top, Led Zeppelin, Metallica, Avenged Sevenfold, and a variety of “top hits” of the 00’s at local bars and block parties.
These days I concentrate my own musical focus to a beautiful and artistic style of classical guitar from southern Spain called Flamenco, but I still love helping others reach their musical dreams across many instruments and styles. My own past focuses have been in heavy metal, folk, rock, blues, video game and movie scores, and classical music.
You can expect our lessons to be a fun and friendly space for your musical exploration. We will cover theory and learn exercises, in small bits as it applies to your current project, in order to give a well rounded understanding of how the music works as a whole and to give you the tools to learn each song better and faster than the last. We will also be focused on developing superb technique and posture to keep your playing relaxed and fast without tiring your muscles or stressing your body. And finally, i will help you develop outstanding practice habits and methods to help you make the most out of the time you spend practicing.
The most important thing, though, is the music that you love, so we will work together on something that you’ve selected to play, or work toward, and design a personalized lesson plan to meet your goals.
In my 13 years of teaching, I have had the privilege of training with many professional musicians in southern California, and have participated in teacher/student showcase cover bands, playing bands like ZZ top, Led Zeppelin, Metallica, Avenged Sevenfold, and a variety of “top hits” of the 00’s at local bars and block parties.
These days I concentrate my own musical focus to a beautiful and artistic style of classical guitar from southern Spain called Flamenco, but I still love helping others reach their musical dreams across many instruments and styles. My own past focuses have been in heavy metal, folk, rock, blues, video game and movie scores, and classical music.
You can expect our lessons to be a fun and friendly space for your musical exploration. We will cover theory and learn exercises, in small bits as it applies to your current project, in order to give a well rounded understanding of how the music works as a whole and to give you the tools to learn each song better and faster than the last. We will also be focused on developing superb technique and posture to keep your playing relaxed and fast without tiring your muscles or stressing your body. And finally, i will help you develop outstanding practice habits and methods to help you make the most out of the time you spend practicing.
The most important thing, though, is the music that you love, so we will work together on something that you’ve selected to play, or work toward, and design a personalized lesson plan to meet your goals.
Jonny Akamu: Both in-person & online lessons available
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Hawaiian/Northwest multi-instrumentalist, Jonny Akamu has been performing on guitar, ukulele, banjo, and bass for 17 years and teaching students of all ages and levels for 8 years. Jonny plays and teaches folk, rock, blues, jazz, funk, classical, Hawaiian slack key, bluegrass, flamenco, songwriting, and improvisation. He performs in rock bands, folk groups, jazz ensembles, and solo all around the Pacific Northwest, and Hawaii, including 6 times on the Triple Door main stage. "He picks and strums so fast you'd think you were watching time-lapse photography of his clockwork hands"- KEXP Triple door show
Jonny loves sharing music. As a teacher, he finds nothing more rewarding than seeing kids and adults discover their instruments and improve their playing. Most importantly, Jonny believes music should be fun. He uses games to teach fundamental techniques so students can learn and play their favorite songs. Some of his former students are now performing musicians and have been semifinalists at the EMO Sound Off, a battle of the bands for teenagers. Jonny is also a songwriter and made it to be the finals in the American Songwriter Awards.
To learn more about Jonny and his lessons, please visit, http://www.jonnyakamu.com
Jonny loves sharing music. As a teacher, he finds nothing more rewarding than seeing kids and adults discover their instruments and improve their playing. Most importantly, Jonny believes music should be fun. He uses games to teach fundamental techniques so students can learn and play their favorite songs. Some of his former students are now performing musicians and have been semifinalists at the EMO Sound Off, a battle of the bands for teenagers. Jonny is also a songwriter and made it to be the finals in the American Songwriter Awards.
To learn more about Jonny and his lessons, please visit, http://www.jonnyakamu.com
Spencer Hoveskeland: For online lessons only
Spencer Hoveskeland is a musician, educator, and composer with over three decades of experience. Spencer’s work as a performer has been featured in numerous films, TV shows, and commercials, including the Netflix original series “Love is Blind”. His unique ability to create music that perfectly captures the mood and tone of any project has made him a sought-after composer. His teaching is informed by I love for learning and a lifetime of performing.
With a passion for music that began at a young age, Spencer has worked with some of the most respected names in the business, including Grammy-winning producers and renowned musicians. Spencer, a recent transplant to Honolulu, performs with the Honolulu Symphony, a surf band called Men In Grey Suits, the Oahu String quartet, and more as a bassist, guitarist, and cellist. Spencer was the orchestra teacher for grades 4-8 at Three Cedars Waldorf in Bellevue WA. Spencer fits best with students of all ages who are committed to expanding their relationship with music.
With a passion for music that began at a young age, Spencer has worked with some of the most respected names in the business, including Grammy-winning producers and renowned musicians. Spencer, a recent transplant to Honolulu, performs with the Honolulu Symphony, a surf band called Men In Grey Suits, the Oahu String quartet, and more as a bassist, guitarist, and cellist. Spencer was the orchestra teacher for grades 4-8 at Three Cedars Waldorf in Bellevue WA. Spencer fits best with students of all ages who are committed to expanding their relationship with music.
We also highly recommend you Ron Peters who is a former Bothell Music Lesson instructor and a veteran guitar instructor and performer:
- email: [email protected]
- Phone: (206) 779-7379
- Website: https://www.ronpetersguitar.com