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Charles Lucas

Weirton,WV

Summary

Attentive Guitar Instructor accustomed to teaching students of varying ages and skill levels in one-on-one or group settings. In-depth mastery of guitar techniques, audition preparation and skill building for professional or personal development.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Musician/Private Guitar Instructor

Self-employed
Weirton, WV
10.2001 - Current
  • Traveled extensively to perform at various venues around the country.
  • Assisted with songwriting sessions by providing creative input and feedback.
  • Developed promotional material such as posters, flyers and websites.
  • Played live shows with full bands and solo performances.
  • Created custom arrangements for songs to fit the venue or occasion.
  • Performed studio session work including background vocals, guitar overdubs.
  • Collaborated with other musicians to plan rehearsals and performances.
  • Performed in front of live audiences on television and as part of theater productions.
  • Provided individual and group guitar lessons to students of all ages and abilities.
  • Instructed students on music theory fundamentals including scales, chords, arpeggios, and improvisation.
  • Maintained a positive learning environment for students while encouraging them to stay motivated throughout lessons.
  • Taught basic maintenance procedures such as restringing guitars, cleaning fretboards.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on individual learning styles of each student.
  • Demonstrated techniques, such as strumming patterns, fingerpicking styles, and chord progressions.
  • Organized recitals at local venues for my students to showcase their skills.
  • Planned lessons according to student skill level and learning modality.

Education

Associate of Arts - Commercial Art

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
10-1986

Skills

  • Extensive performance background
  • Musical notation comprehension
  • Improvising songs
  • Live Performances
  • Music theory knowledge
  • Private Lessons
  • Soloing
  • Studio Recordings

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Musician/Private Guitar Instructor

Self-employed
10.2001 - Current

Associate of Arts - Commercial Art

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Charles Lucas