5501 North Lamar Suite A-111 Austin, Texas 78751
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Guitar Instructors
Ted Hall: Acoustic Blues, Alt Country & Country Rock, Alternative Rock, Country, Electric Blues, Folk, Funk, Fusion, Harmony, Metal, Music Theory, Open Tunings , Pop, R&B , Rock, Rockabilly, Slide, Swing
Westark Community College/University of Arkansas; 40 years teaching experience. Guitar/Music Director. Meet Ted »
David Beeson: Alternative Rock, Harmony, Metal, Music Theory, Pop, Rock
David has been a guitar teacher in the Austin area for the past ten years. After hearing Randy Rhoads and Eddie Van Halen at the age of nine, David dedicated his life to playing guitar and has never looked back! Meet David »
Mark Bish: Country, Electric Blues, Funk, Fusion, Harmony, Jazz, Latin, Pop, R&B , Rock, Swing
With 25 years playing experience, Mark studied at the Guitar Institute of Technology, Dick Grove School of Music, Cal State Northridge & California Institute of the Arts. Meet Mark »
Jesse Ellis: Acoustic Blues, Alt Country & Country Rock, Alternative Rock, Bluegrass, Country, Electric Blues, Folk, Funk, Fusion, Harmony, Metal, Music Theory, Open Tunings , Pop, R&B , Rock, Rockabilly, Slide
Jesse is originally from Tupelo, Mississippi and has been playing guitar since the age of 14. Meet Jesse »
Paul Finley: Acoustic Blues, Alt Country & Country Rock, Alternative Rock, Country, Electric Blues, Fingerstyle, Folk, Harmony, Music Theory, Old Time Folk, Open Tunings , Pop, R&B , Ragtime, Slide
I want to make songs for everybody, not just guitar players. As a graduate and former faculty member of the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music, my educational background is extensive. I've studied privately and taken master classes with Michael Hedges, ben Verdery and Fareed Haque. Meet Paul »
AJ Inzana: Classical, Country, Electric Blues, Harmony, Jazz, Music Theory, Pop, R&B , Rock
AJ has been a guitar player for 21 years and teaching lessons to all abilities and ages for the last nine years. His first musical influence was listening to guitar masters including Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Meet AJ »
OJ Laier: Alt Country & Country Rock, Bluegrass, Country, Fingerstyle, Folk, Harmony, Music Theory
O.J. is known for his distinctive fingerpicking style and sound; his influences include Leo Kottke, John Michael Talbot, Norman Blake, Steve Stills, Norman Liota, Doc Watson, and Merle Travis. Meet OJ »
Paul Lidel: Alt Country & Country Rock, Country, Harmony, Metal, Music Theory, Pop, R&B , Rock
Voted "Austin's Best Guitarist" (Edge Magazine Readers Poll 2003), over 25 years teaching experience, Author of the "Pro Guitarist's Handbook", Guitarist of Dangerous Toys. Teaches classic rock, hard rock, metal, alternative, blues, folk, country, fingerstyle and classical. Teaches levels beginner to advanced. Meet Paul »
Kim Perlak: Acoustic Blues, Alt Country & Country Rock, Alternative Rock, Classical, Fingerstyle, Flamenco, Folk, Harmony, Music Theory, Open Tunings , Pop, Rock
Kim Perlak is a classical guitarist whose versatile and inclusive approach to both traditional and new music for the instrument has made her a sought-after performer, collaborator, educator, and academic lecturer in the field of American music. Meet Kim »
Chris Peters: Alternative Rock, Folk, Harmony, Metal, Music Theory, Pop, Rock
Friendly, accomplished instructor for beginners and intermediates, as well as players seeking ear training, cleaner technique or a greater understanding of music theory. Meet Chris »
Chuck Pinnell: Acoustic Blues, Alt Country & Country Rock, Bluegrass, Classical, Country, Fingerstyle, Flamenco, Folk, Harmony, Jazz, Latin, Music Theory, Open Tunings , Pop
From the main stage of the Kerrville Folk Festival to the governor's mansion; at Symphony Square or over the airwaves at K.U.T., Chuck Pinnell has performed on the classical guitar & won acclaim. Meet Chuck »
Jeff Settle: Alternative Rock, Funk, Fusion, Harmony, Jazz, Latin, Metal, Music Theory, Pop, R&B , Rock, Swing
Jeff Settle is an Austin based guitarist, specializing in rock and neo-soul/funk. Meet Jeff »
Matt Smith: Acoustic Blues, Alt Country & Country Rock, Alternative Rock, Bluegrass, Country, Electric Blues, Fingerstyle, Folk, Funk, Fusion, Harmony, Jazz, Latin, Metal, Music Theory, Open Tunings , Pop, R&B , Ragtime, Rock, Rockabilly, Slide, Swing
Matt is a self-taught singer-songwriter and guitarist who plays a bunch of crazy stringed instruments in just about any style and a simple, friendly way of sharing his knowledge with others. Meet Matt »
Banjo Instructors
Jesse Ellis: Acoustic Blues, Alt Country & Country Rock, Alternative Rock, Bluegrass, Country, Electric Blues, Folk, Funk, Fusion, Harmony, Metal, Music Theory, Open Tunings , Pop, R&B , Rock, Rockabilly, Slide
Jesse is originally from Tupelo, Mississippi and has been playing guitar since the age of 14. Meet Jesse »
OJ Laier: Alt Country & Country Rock, Bluegrass, Country, Folk, Harmony, Music Theory
Banjo Meet OJ »
Bass Instructor
Rob Roeder: Alt Country & Country Rock, Alternative Rock, Bluegrass, Country, Electric Blues, Funk, Fusion, Harmony, Jazz, Latin, Metal, Music Theory, Pop, R&B , Rock, Rockabilly, Swing
Rob graduated from Musician's Institute, (BIT), in 1986, moved to Austin, and has been there playing and teaching bass ever since. Meet Rob »
Dobro Instructor
OJ Laier: Alt Country & Country Rock, Bluegrass, Folk, Harmony, Music Theory, Open Tunings , Slide
O.J. Laier is known for his distinctive fingerpicking style and sound; his influences include Leo Kottke, John Michael Talbot, Norman Blake, Steve Stills, Norman Liota, Doc Watson, and Merle Travis. Meet OJ »
Drums and Percussion
Phil Bass: Alt Country & Country Rock, Alternative Rock, Country, Electric Blues, Folk, Funk, Fusion, Jazz, Latin, Metal, Pop, R&B , Rock, Rockabilly, Swing
Drums Meet Phil >>
Ernie Durawa: Alt Country & Country Rock, Bluegrass, Country, Funk, Fusion, Jazz, Latin, Pop, R&B , Rock, Rockabilly, Swing
Ernie Durawa is known for the high quality of his performances on stage and in the studio. He has played on two Grammy Award-winning records, performed at major avenues throughout the US, and toured often in Europe while maintaining a highly productive career in Austin’s live and studio music scenes. Meet Ernie >>
Aaron Lack: Alt Country & Country Rock, Alternative Rock, Country, Electric Blues, Folk, Funk, Fusion, Harmony, Jazz, Latin, Metal, Music Theory, Pop, R&B , Rock, Rockabilly, Swing
Drums Meet Aaron >>
Lapsteel
Jesse Ellis: Acoustic Blues, Alt Country & Country Rock, Alternative Rock, Bluegrass, Country, Electric Blues, Folk, Funk, Fusion, Harmony, Metal, Music Theory, Open Tunings , Pop, R&B , Rock, Rockabilly, Slide
Jesse is originally from Tupelo, Mississippi and has been playing guitar since the age of 14. Meet Jesse >>
Mandolin
Paul Finley: Mandolin
Former faculty and graduate of the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. He studied privately and took master classes with Michael Hedges, Ben Verdery, Fareed Haque, and a host of others. He's taught clinics in England, Germany, Australia, and throughout the United States. Paul was also a proofreader for sheet music giant Hal Leonard Publishing, Inc. Meet Paul >>
Chuck Pinnell: Alt Country & Country Rock, Bluegrass, Country, Folk, Harmony, Jazz, Latin, Music Theory, Old Time Folk, Pop, Swing, Mandolin
From the main stage of the Kerrville Folk Festival to the governor's mansion; at Symphony Square or over the airwaves at K.U.T., Chuck Pinnell has performed on the classical guitar & won acclaim. Meet Chuck >>
Piano Instructor
Paul Lidel: Blues, Country, Pop, Rock
College of the Fingerlakes, keyboard player for The Iron City Soul Shakers. Teaches piano, organ and synth. teaches a wide variety of styles including rock, blues, pop and country, Known for his easy going attitude, Paul is great with beginners and has experience teaching children as young as 6. Meet Paul >>
Kimarie Trojanowsky: Classical, Folk, Harmony, Music Theory, Pop
AGS would like to welcome our newest Instructor, "Kimarie" will be teaching on Saturdays. Meet Kimarie >>
Tenor Banjo
Paul Finley: Folk, Harmony, Music Theory, Ragtime, Tenor Banjo (4 String)
I want to make songs for everybody, not just guitar players. As a graduate and former faculty member of the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music, my educational background is extensive. I've studied privately and taken master classes with Michael Hedges, ben Verdery and Fareed Haque. Meet Paul >>
Viola
Kimaire Trojanowsky: Classical, Harmony, Music Theory, Viola
AGS would like to welcome our newest Instructor, "Kimarie" will be teaching on Saturdays. Meet Kimaire >>
Violin
Kimarie Trojanowsky: Classical, Harmony, Music Theory
AGS would like to welcome our newest Instructor, "Kimarie" will be teaching on Saturdays. Meet Kimarie >>
Voice
Paul Lidel: Alternative Rock, Blues, Country, Metal, Pop, R&B , Rock
College of The Fingerlakes, vocalist on over 10 albums, singer in bands since 1977. Teaches classic rock, hard rock, pop, alternative, blues and country. Paul will help you to sing with confidence, by teaching you how to develop voice control, how to improve your range and tone, and how to sing without straining by using proper singing technique. Meet Paul >>
Kimarie Trojanowsky: Classical, Harmony, Music Theory, Pop
AGS would like to welcome our newest Instructor, "Kimarie" will be teaching on Saturdays. Meet Kimarie >>
Ukulele
David Beeson: Alternative Rock, Harmony, Metal, Music Theory, Pop, Rock
David has been a guitar teacher in the Austin area for the past ten years. After hearing Randy Rhoads and Eddie Van Halen at the age of nine, David dedicated his life to playing guitar and has never looked back! Meet David >>
Chuck Pinnell: Alt Country & Country Rock, Bluegrass, Country, Folk, Harmony, Jazz, Latin, Music Theory, Old Time Folk, Pop, Swing, Mandolin
From the main stage of the Kerrville Folk Festival to the governor's mansion; at Symphony Square or over the airwaves at K.U.T., Chuck Pinnell has performed on the classical guitar & won acclaim. Meet Chuck >>
The Very Best Instructors for Every Style and Technique
Being a guitar school for for over 20 years in on of the world’s greatest music cities has its advantages. We’ve been able to assemble a rare collection of talent with expertise in virtually every technique and genre. Their skill sets are diverse, but their passion for music is the thread that ties them together.
On this page, you can browse each instructor by instrument, or use the lists below to narrow your selection based on your instrument or preferred style. Each instructor has a video featuring a playing demonstration and brief monologue about their history and musical philosophy.
Oh, and even better, stop by any time to meet us in person. We’d like that even more. Enjoy.