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Austin Guitar School

Folk Instructors

Ted Hall »

Westark Community College/University of Arkansas; 40 years teaching experience. Guitar/Music Director.

Kimarie Trojanowsky »

AGS would like to welcome our newest Instructor, "Kimarie" will be teaching on Saturdays.

Paul Finley »

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.

Matt Smith »

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.

Paul  Finley »

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.

OJ Laier »

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.

OJ Laier »

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.

Jesse Ellis »

Jesse is originally from Tupelo, Mississippi and has been playing guitar since the age of 14.

Kim Perlak »

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.

Chuck Pinnell »

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.

Chris Peters »

Friendly, accomplished instructor for beginners and intermediates, as well as players seeking ear training, cleaner technique or a greater understanding of music theory.

OJ Laier »

Banjo

Chuck Pinnell »

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.