Willie Gammell - Beginner to Advanced
Willie has played in nearly every kind of band you can think of, and in nearly every city in the US. Willie plays guitar, ukulele, bass, mandolin, and banjo.
He played guitar in rock bands in high school. He then attended Shenandoah University, studying Jazz and Classical guitar before he heard the call of the road and joined up with the Southern Funk Orchestra. Willie played society gigs around DC and as a hired gun for demos and out of town bands.
Willie helped form the Soulutions, a world music influenced reggae band. Soon Willie found himself in NYC, giving lessons to people of all ages where ever the Subway would go. Here he formed one half of the duo The Galt Line, and toured coast to coast.
Back in the DC area, Willie taught, recorded, and toured with the psychedelic metal band The Neighbors. Recently Willie has been living in Boulder and teaching all over the front range.
Willie will show you that anyone can play music. He'll bring his love of performing and broad knowledge to you in every lesson.
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Theresa Peterson - Beginner to Intermediate (Lessons for teens and adults)
Theresa Peterson is a musician and music educator originally from Texas, proud to now call Colorado home. Starting her musical journey at age 3 with the violin, Theresa soon picked up viola and guitar by age 11. She has also picked up other string instruments such as ukulele along her journey and performs regularly with all of these instruments. She has experience and training in both classical and improvisational styles, from performing classical pieces as part of an orchestra or symphony to fiddling in various local bands.
Following in the footsteps of the wonderful teachers who raised her, Theresa began teaching lessons at age 12 and has since had many students of all ages. Theresa has taught at several summer music camps where she also gained experience teaching classes for violin and viola. In Texas, she often attended Texas Music Educators Conference to further her education and to learn techniques for teaching others.
Her approach to teaching is individualized to each person and their goals, with the idea that we all have our own paths to music, and the desire to help anyone who wishes to make music do so in whatever way works for them. Music has been a constant and invaluable part of her life, and she is committed to sharing this joy and helping others make music a part of their life as well.
In addition to being a lifelong string instrumentalist and performer, Theresa is also an accomplished singer-songwriter and performs regularly in Boulder and other northern Colorado towns. She also occasionally contributes violin and vocals to local bands such as Foxfeather.
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Emma Sky - Beginner to Intermediate
Hey there, my name is Emma. I am a passionate music lover and spend much of my time writing music, learning covers, collaborating with others, studying theory, and performing at my favorite open mic. Here’s a little peek at my musical journey:
It all began when I was a little girl and I heard a pop singer singing on the TV. Her voice was so powerful and emotional. I felt chills up and down my spine and had goosebumps all over. Those chills seemed important..cosmic..spiritual..profound…you name it! That brief moment in time spoke to me on a level I’ve yet to fully comprehend. The curiosity began then and continues to grow within me. What is it about music that connects us to ourselves, each other, and dare I say everything?
Now, don’t be fooled. My story doesn’t go on to say that I began playing at the age of 7 and am now some sort of prodigy. Shyness and stage fright held me back for many years. I would get so nervous simply watching others perform that I came to avoid open mics and the like. Recently, however, I came to the realization that the music coming out of me wanted to be shared with others. In 2022 I challenged myself to perform one open mic each month of the year. I was EXTREMELY nervous for at least the first 6 months. My hands would be shaking so intensely that I could barely play the guitar. As painful as it was I stood up there shaking in my boots month after month and ultimately surpassed my goal! My point is, if shyness and nervousness are something you experience then I can deeply understand and we can work on it together. There are many positive gains from taking this step in your musical journey including greater confidence and freedom of expression. You will know when the time has come for you to take this step, just as I did.
If you have a desire to write your own songs, learn covers, play music with others, perform, or even just strum away in your room for emotional release then I can help you get there! After receiving my degree in music and performance from Naropa University and continuing to study on my own for many years I have gained a solid foundation of songwriting tools and how to improve as a musician. Whether you are brand new to the guitar or you have some experience I can help you to become more comfortable with the instrument and on your way to rocking out. I primarily teach guitar however if you want to improve your vocal technique as you play and sing I am happy to guide you in that area as well. Teaching others the very thing I think about all day long is a great honor.
I look forward to joining you on your musical journey.
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Michael Santulli
Michael Santulli has been playing and studying music for about two decades. At the age of 10 he began playing bass and studying music theory with his local symphony. His experience with the symphony inspired him to take up the piano, which he has now been playing for over 15 years. Since playing his first note, Michael has continuously been adding new styles, techniques, and instruments, like guitar and ukulele, to his repertoire.
Now, Michael enjoys playing a wide variety of genres from classical, to blues, to rock and jazz. He currently performs solo as a singer-songwriter and with several Colorado-based bands taking the stage from Denver to New York City to Rome. His technical versatility, passion for music and decade of experience teaching make him an ideal instructor to help you reach your musical goals!
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Christopher Clauss - Electric/Acoustic (Beginner to Advanced)
Christopher is a Multi-instrumentalist singer-song writer from the east coast with a passion for performing and teaching music!
Originally a classically trained Violist, at 14 he changes his focus and picked up the electric guitar. Christopher has been blessed to front his own band, to learn and perform incredible music with some of his best friends, and to live a life that has been full of wonder and new connections and friendships.
After picking up the bass, and subsequently the drum kit and keyboard, Christopher set up his home studio and dove into the world of music engineering and production.
This desire to always learn and expand his knowledge has filled Christopher’s professional career with joy and experiences he cherishes.
Beginning in 2016, with a strong desire to share his passion with other inspired people, Christopher began teaching music to students both one on one, and in band-group settings at Lakehouse Music Studios in Asbury Park, NJ.
His teaching style is fun and patient, and focuses not just on technique and theory, but the innate connection we have with music; why do we feel emotionally touched by certain notes or moments in a song? His goal is to help students of all interests connect their inner passion, their experiences, and their hearts with their instrument to bring the experience of playing music to a whole new level.
He has toured the country and recorded albums playing with some of his favorite independent bands as a drummer, bassist and guitarist, such as progressive metal group Beatrix Potter, indie folk band The Accidental Seabirds, and hard rock group Baron Praxis.
With over fourteen years of experience performing in diverse genres, from folk to jazz to rock and metal and even Indian classical music, he is always looking for something new to learn and to share with his students.
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