Charles W

I have lived in the Northwest for the majority of my life. I grew up in a mountain town called Sandy, where I remained until age 19 when I moved to Portland. I began playing piano at age 10, though never developed a substantial adeptness, mostly using the instruction as a basis for theory. I I began playing guitar towards the end of middle school, and since then have been self taught, excepting a few lessons. I took saxophone lessons throughout middle and high school and played many concerts on the instrument. Throughout high school until today, I have played in two of my own eclectic rock groups, Neon Culpa, and Don Geisel and the Vexes, and have played about 300 shows with the groups. For the past year I have focused on recording and playing solo shows around town. I consider myself a patient and effective teacher, capable of implementing realistic lesson plans for beginner and intermediate players of all age groups on guitar. I also can effectively teach the basics of bass and home recording. I have written over 100 songs, and have extensive knowledge of song structure, and am capable of passing that knowledge to students. 

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