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RANDY BARNETTE

Self-employeed
Hermitage,TN
8
years of professional experience

Dedicated and approachable professional with over 35 years of extensive experience in music and stage performance. Passionate about fostering musical growth and personal development in others while creating an encouraging environment for learners. A strong work ethic combined with a collaborative spirit ensures effective teamwork and positive outcomes in all endeavors. Committed to sharing knowledge and inspiring creativity in every interaction.

Work History

Freelance Guitarist/Melody Writer

7 Years 11 Months
Self-employeed | 09.2018 - Current

Began traveling to Nashville in 2009 for shows and meetings, transitioning to a full-time Nashville resident in 2018 after commuting from Minnesota. Collaborated with artists to foster musical and personal growth. Currently engaged with multiple artists in the Nashville area including Kirbi from Season 28 of the Voice and Curb Rcords providing guitar accompaniment for acoustic sessions or lead guitar in band environments. Actively compose melodies and develop music to complement lyrics, resulting in several independent artist cuts and sync placements for TV and film. Recognized as the 2022 Guitarist of the Year at the Josie Music Awards held at the Grand Ole Opry and nominated for ICMA Awards Musician of the Year. Had the privilege of performing at the Ryman Auditorium, as an accompanist opening for notable artists Jayme Johnson and Vince Gill. Conducted guitar lessons at Sam Ash Music in Nashville and currently instructing on Saturdays at Tone Central Station in East Nashville. Consistently develop unique musical ideas with guitar in hand, demonstrating ongoing creativity and commitment. Aspire to pursue a role focused on artist development, leveraging over 35 years of stage and music experience.

performing experience. I'm currently an Industry CMA Member and a GMA Member.

More about me please refer to: www.randybarnette.net

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Guitar (GIT)

Musicians Institute | Los Angeles, CA

High School Diploma

Austin Centeral High School | Austin, Mn | 06.1984

Skills

Teach beginner to intermediate students basic to advanced chord shapes and different chord voicings/inversion's along with scale fundamentals.
Work on songs with students of their choice so they can hear the chords in songs they have been learning to help build their up their ear and confidence.
Able to teach The Nashville Number System for Guitar.
Able to help develop singer/songwriters utilize their talents and focus on different ways in creating melodies.

Additional Information

  • AWARDS , 2022 Guitarist of the Year for The Josie Music Awards at The Grand Ole Opry
  • Won a Silver at The Global Music Awards for a Co-write (Music)
  • Won song of the year at The Tennessee Songwriters Association (Co-Write)

Timeline

Freelance Guitarist/Melody Writer

Self-employeed
09.2018 - CurrentRead More

Musicians Institute

Some College (No Degree) from Guitar (GIT)
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Austin Centeral High School

High School Diploma
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RANDY BARNETTE