Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Meet our Newest Guitar Instructor

Chris Everett is our newest guitar instructor, and teaches at both the Prince Frederick and Waldorf locations.

Chris Everett began playing guitar in middle school playing songs by Metallica and other popular groups of that era. In High School, Chris discovered Led Zeppelin which introduced him to Blues, Acoustic, Fingerstyle and Alternate tunings. Upon graduating Chris hooked up with Bob Schaller and became a permanent member in the CSM guitar club. Through Bob, Chris honed big blues skills, was introduced to jazz and caught on to the "Jam Band" scene. Chris was teaching sixty or more students a week in St. Mary's county before moving to Hot Licks in August 2008. He has studied under critically acclaimed Celtic Finger stylist Jim Tozier, and acclaimed jazz guitarist Carl Filipiak. Chris has also performed on stage with Grammy award winning artists Kanye West and Dr. Colburn (Stevie Wonder).

Some musicians that have influenced Chris are Derek Trucks, Jimi Hendrix, B.B. King, Danny Gatton, Duane Allman, Jimmy Page, Justin King, Son House, Joe Pass, Jimmy Herring, Wes Montgomery, George Benson, Pat Martino. Chet Atkins, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Jim Tozier, Carl Filipak and Bob Schaller.

With such a variety of influences he is a so to speak "jack of all trades" being able to switch styles in an instant. He is wonderful with all age groups and ability levels and keeps the lessons moving towards your goals.

Chris teaches at the Prince Frederick location on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. He also teaches at the Waldorf location on Wednesday and Saturday. For available lessons times please contact the appropriate store location.

Prince Frederick: 410-414-9000
Waldorf: 301-843-2799

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