Caruso Guitar Studio

Caruso Guitar Studio

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About

I've been teaching and performing for many years. I have a Bachelor's in Music and did graduate work at Eastman. I have my private studio at my home in Downtown Kirkland and I'm currently on the music faculty at DigiPen Institute in Redmond.

Please see my website for more info!

http://carusoguitar.com


Highlights

Hired 9 times
Serves Redmond , WA
Offers online services

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Specialties

Musical styles

Rock, Country, Blues, Jazz, Folk, Classical, Recommendations available

Guitar style

Acoustic guitar, Electric guitar, Ukulele, Banjo, Recommendations available

Has instrument

Student who have a guitar, Student who don't have a guitar, but are planning to purchase one

Years experience

No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience, 2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience

Able to read music

Students who can read music staff, Students who can read guitar tabs, Students who cannot read music

Lesson length

30 minutes, 60 minutes

Student's age

14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

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Bob M.

August 21, 2019
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Vicki M.

Great instruction. Good listener. Individualizes easily. I feel he is able to accommodate my interests and skill level.
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February 28, 2019
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Vicki M.

February 28, 2019
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Aleksandar J.

Peter is a grat teacher, and great guy, above all else.
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February 23, 2019
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sonia S.

February 15, 2018
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Frequently asked questions

Instruction:

The core of my teaching philosophy is that music should be fun.  When we can truly immerse ourselves in the experience of music; listening to recordings, playing an instrument, singing, tapping rhythms, or even just thinking about music; becoming a better musician is unavoidable.  Learning how to practice efficiently and effectively only accelerates the process.


Whether you're already an advanced player or just getting started, I regard each student as an individual.  No two people have the same needs or aspirations so I don't use a set curriculum.  Early lessons are largely a chance for us to find a flow and for me to identify which issues to work on first.

Students are free to choose any style or genre of music to focus on.  I have a huge file of materials and transcriptions from various genres to draw from.

Experienced in a wide range of musical settings and drawing from diverse influences, Peter is noted for his versatile and imaginative playing style. Since arriving in the Northwest he has performed in most of the area's great venues.  He keeps a busy teaching schedule and is active with both the Seattle Classic Guitar Society and the Seattle Jazz Guitar Society in promoting community awareness and involvement.

   "a musician's musician with a real sense of the music behind the notes"

    —Michael Biller

Education:
University of New Mexico:
Theory/Composition with Scott Wilkinson, Guitar with Hector Garcia.

Arizona State University:
Bachelor of Music - Performance
Jazz arranging and improvisation with Chuck Marohnic, Guitar with Frank Koonce.

Eastman School of Music:
Jazz Arranging Program with Bill Dobbins and Ramon Ricker, Guitar with Gene Bertoncini.

Independent Studies and Master Classes:
Joe Pass, David Russell, Jorge Morel, George Sakellariou, David Tanenbaum.

Current rates are $65/hour ($60/hour if on a weekly schedule, paid in advance) or $35/half hour.  I'm not offering any group instruction right now, but I am available for clinics and coaching sessions.


Services offered

Guitar
Bass Guitar
Music Theory