About
Forest has been teaching all levels of music professionally since 2012. While his lessons are custom tailored to each student, he addresses topics on Electric and Acoustic guitar such as Technique, Music Theory, Ear Training, Notation, Performance and Composition. Encouragement being the primary focus of his lesson plans, Forest is confident that he can help you reach any level of playing you wish to achieve! He is available for lessons through Zoom. Lessons are scheduled in half hour to hour long weekly intervals and paid for by the month at time of booking.
Background: Studied Music at American River College under Joe Gilman. Two years perpetually touring all over USA and through Australia promoting debut album release as a solo performer, sharing the stage and opening for acts such as Adrian Bellue, Scott Mulvahill, Joe Kye, Christie Lenee, Van Larkins, Andrew Gorny. Coaching and performing with student bands and helping students prepare for college level music courses and professional careers since 2013.
Currently: Educating, Performing and Recording based out of Portland, Oregon. Endorsed by Ernie Ball, Cole Clark Guitars, Elite Acoustics Engineering, Furch/Stonebridge Guitars, Rattlesnake Cables, Wilddog Stomps & G7th Capos.
Seeing my students get that "a-ha" moment, where they feel empowered through the study of music!