Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Teaching since 1996
About Chris M.
In 2013, Chris opened his own independent lesson studio, The Chops Shop, in Tacoma, WA. The Chops Shop is friendly, comfortable, clean and caters to students of all ages and abilities. You won’t be taking your lessons in a cramped little cubicle. You won’t be pressured to buy lesson packets and method books. Centrally located to Tacoma, Puyallup, Spanaway and Lakewood, The Chops Shop is easy to find, has ample parking, a comfy waiting/reception area and specializes in just one thing: learning to play.
From the mosh pit to the orchestra pit, and most points in between, versatility is one of Chris’s major strengths. A full-time instructor and performing musician, he has studied at Mira Costa College and has been making his living as a teaching and performing musician for over 15 years. As a teacher, Chris provides personalized, flexible lesson programs designed to help the student learn to play what they want to play, while mastering the skills necessary to explore any style of music.
*** Lesson Details ***
Lessons are tailored to meet your individual needs and goals. Every student is unique and Chris won’t try to squeeze you into some kind of one-size-fits-all curriculum.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Lesson Room has Guitars, Bass, Keyboard, Electronic Drum Kit, Cables, Picks, Amplifiers. Performance/Band Lesson room with P.A., Microphones & Mic Stands, 5-Piece Acoustic Drum Kit, Guitar & Bass Amps. WiFi access and Windows tablet available for use in the reception/waiting area.
*** Specialties ***
Chris has strong skills in a variety of styles, and is exceptionally proficient with classic rock, hard rock, metal and country.
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Pacific Avenue
Teaching Hours
Monday
3 PM-4 PM
5 PM-5:30 PM
8 PM-8:30 PM
Tuesday
2 PM-3:30 PM
4:30 PM-5 PM
6 PM-7 PM
7:30 PM-8 PM
Wednesday
2:30 PM-4:30 PM
Thursday
2 PM-5 PM
6:30 PM-7 PM
7:30 PM-8:30 PM
Saturday
2:30 PM-3 PM
4:30 PM-5 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$25
60 minutes
$50
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Experience
Owner/Instructor
Jun, 2013 - PresentThe Chops Shop Music Lessons
Teach 35 to 50 students per week • Individual lessons and band mentoring • Coordinate public performance opportunities and events
Instructor
Feb, 2008 - May, 2013J.C.'s Music
Taught 30 to 45 students per week • Organize and present student recitals • Host all-ages open jams
Instructor
Feb, 2008 - PresentAllstar Guitar
Teach 10 to 15 students per week • Participate in annual student recitals
Instructor
Jun, 1999 - Dec, 2007Moonlight Music
Taught 40 to 55 students per week • Helped organize and present annual “Summer Band Jam Camp”, typically with 12 to 20 students per camp
Co-Director of Contemporary Music Ensemble
May, 1999 - Aug, 2000St. Timothy's Church
Assisted with musical arrangements, instruction, preparation and weekly performances for 15-member ensemble
Instructor
Apr, 1996 - Jun, 1999Encinitas School of Music
Taught 10 to 15 students per week, participated in annual student recitals
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Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Pacific Avenue
Teaching Hours
Monday
3 PM-4 PM
5 PM-5:30 PM
8 PM-8:30 PM
Tuesday
2 PM-3:30 PM
4:30 PM-5 PM
6 PM-7 PM
7:30 PM-8 PM
Wednesday
2:30 PM-4:30 PM
Thursday
2 PM-5 PM
6:30 PM-7 PM
7:30 PM-8:30 PM
Saturday
2:30 PM-3 PM
4:30 PM-5 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$25
60 minutes
$50
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