Name: My Top Favorite Guitar Picks
Uploaded: 2023-09-01T18:26:13.178Z
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Description: I've narrowed it down over more than 25 years... Here is my short recommendation list of favorite picks out of everything that I've ever tried.

I've narrowed it down over more than 25 years... Here is my short recommendation list of favorite picks out of everything that I've ever tried. 

Ukulele

Hi! I'm Mark. I'm an American music teacher, composer, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and music producer.

I started teaching private music lessons my senior year of high school, in 2006.  Since then I've taught hundreds of different students of all ages from 3 years old to 78 years old.  While still living in Ohio, I was the one and only official guitar teacher for Guitar Center Youngstown through the duration of 2008-2009.  In late 2009, after moving to Los Angeles, I continued to teach privately and with several different programs all around the city for 13 years.

By the time I was 21, I had already toured nationally, performed on TV and radio, and released three albums with my old band Another Found Self.

I've had the privilege of playing with many great artists such as Dave Grohl, Paramore, The Gin Blossoms, Hanson, and Lee DeWyze (American Idol Winner, season 9).

After moving to Los Angeles in 2009, I also began composing. I created the scores for several commercials and films, two of which won me awards at film festivals. Most recently, in 2023, I had the privilege of licensing two songs to the TV show Kung Fu on the CW network.

Teaching in LA, I've worked with numerous well-known clients in the entertainment industry, and several of my up-and-coming students have already gone on to have successful careers of their own in music and film.

Reach out! Let's get to work!

My Top Favorite Guitar Picks

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Film Scoring

Singing

Vocal Training

Logic Pro Software

Piano

Acoustic Guitar

Drums

Blues Guitar

Guitar

Songwriting

Podcasting

Bass Guitar

Electric Guitar

Music Recording

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Broadcast Music Inc. was founded in 1939 by forward-thinkers who wanted to represent songwriters in emerging genres, like jazz, blues and country, and protect the public performances of their music. Operating on a non-profit-making basis, BMI is now the largest music rights organization in the U.S. and is still nurturing new talent and new music.

Best Short Film - "Grand Scheme"

Best Original Score - "Hollywood Wasteland"

The Superior Singing Method system offers dynamic vocal exercises that are designed to improve resonance and strengthen one's voice muscles. The course offers many tips, exercises, and instructions to improve pitch issues, create better tone, and have more control while singing at the top of your vocal range.

Course Completed

Music Teacher

Once upon a time, before getting married and having two kids, I used to travel all around the country off and on performing in various different bands, and with various different artists as a sideman, at many different venues of all sizes.

Touring Musician

English

Ukulele is a very fun instrument, and it's especially great for beginner musicians, or guitarists who want some new inspiration. When I decided to learn ukulele, I found it very rewarding. I even ended up building my own! So, sign up! You won't regret it.
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Mark is an American composer, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and music producer.

I started teaching private music lessons my senior year of high school, in 2006.  Since then I've taught over 100 different students of all ages from 3 years old to 78 years old.  While still living in Ohio, I was the one and only official guitar teacher for Guitar Center Youngstown through the duration of 2008-2009.  In late 2009, after moving to Los Angeles, I continued to teach privately and with several music schools all around the city for 13 years.

Mark was super friendly, really informative and broke down a very complex topic in easy to digest parts. Thanks so much! 

My son (11 yr old) and I went through reviews and sample videos before we chose Mark. We have done 3 lessons so far and he has met, and even, exceeded our expectations. He gives weekly tasks, provides notes, and is very engaged during the lesson. Thank you, Mark!

Great First Lesson. I'm happy with the content covered and homework given along with the introductory session. Looking forward to more sessions.

Mark has been awesome! My son is really enjoying his lessons and getting the most out of each lesson.

First time is always just a get to know each other, but overall it was good

Mark is both easy-going and focused. His knowledge of all aspects of music and audio production is brilliant. And as a teacher he is  capable of adapting to the pace and needs of his students. I highly recommend!

Mark is a great teacher. He extremely friendly, personable, and overall knowledgeable about a wide range of topics. He keeps the sessions fun and makes sure that you are comfortable in the learning environment. I also appreciate how he shares lesson notes to help you keep track of your progress and the topics you discussed in the lesson. His enthusiasm for what he does shines through in his lessons, and it is clear that he is genuinely excited about the topics he teaches. Would recommend!

I have taken lessons with Mark several months now He is a great teacher. He gives practical very helpful lessons!

My 14 y/o son took lessons for bass guitar with Mark.  Mark was very patient in helping my son learn things that interested him.

My son very much enjoyed his first lesson with Mark

Mark was great to work with and knew his stuff

Mark is a patient, friendly, experience and pleasant teacher.  I enjoyed working with him very much.  I learned a lot of new things during his classes. I need to practice all.  I am very happy to recommend him to anyone else who is looking for a great teacher .

Mark is a great instructor! I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to play guitar.

Mark C.

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