Guitar Lessons with KC
I accept a limited number of students each year. I've been teaching guitar for over 35 years, and I use my experience as a working musician in a wide range of styles to help each student learn quickly.
Philosophy: Lots of teachers show you licks or chords, and I certainly do that too; but my focus is helping students (young and old) unlock the joy of playing guitar. It's not that hard, really. The great thing about playing guitar is that you can do a lot with just a few chords or you can take it to the ultimate expression as a concert virtuoso. The choice is yours. My job is to help you get there.
Indeed, many students struggle to "get over the hump" and I specialize in coaching folks to the next level -- whether you're a beginner or have been playing for a while. We start with a good foundation with tuning and chords, then move to finger picking and accompaniment techniques. We'll learn songs to play, how to learn from CD's and books, and ways to take what you already do to the next level.
Specialty: Beginning students, and intermediate players looking to take their playing to a more professional level.
Styles: Folk, New Age, Country, Blues and Rock/Pop.
What you'll learn: Learn songs you know and enjoy. Add songs to your "song bag" for singing and playing at home, by the campfire, at church, etc. Learn finger picking and embellishments that bring character to your playing. Learn to sing and play, and put together a "set" for performance.
Cost: $40 per hour lesson.
Where: Private lessons in SW Portland near PCC.
Contact: 503.452.9166 - info@movinghandsmusic.com
What they are saying about lessons:
"KC has truly been an inspiration to me, helping me go from a so-so player to a not-bad player in just a few weeks."
- Justin, SW Portland
"Your lessons have really been great. I've played for years, but I've learned more good stuff from you in the last few months than ever. You are the finger picking guru!"
- Michael, Lake Oswego
"Our son sleeps with his guitar now thanks to you."
- Victoria, Tigard
"I used to pluck around here and there, but I never actually completed anything. You've really helped me put the pieces together and pushed me to go all the way, not just stop at a half-finished song."
- Dave, Beaverton
