Acoustic Guitar with Ian H.

I am a currently a graduate student at the University of Georgia's Hugh Hodgson School of Music pursuing my Masters in Music Performance on the Classical Guitar. I hold a Bachelors in Music Performance from the University of Georgia, studying with Dr. Daniel Bolshoy. Though I primarily study and perform on Classical guitar, my background in music is quite broad, allowing me to accommodate the interests of any student. Growing up in Western North Carolina I was exposed to Old Time and Bluegrass music at a young age, learning rags and fiddle tunes by ear. As I grew older I began playing electric guitar, diving deep into Jazz harmony and theory, as well as the virtuosic work of Jimi Hendrix. With time I also began to develop an appreciation, that would turn into a deep love for the Classical guitar. Because of my wide range of styles I have performed in a wide range of venues- from 12th century Italian churches, to the roof of the Georgia Theatre. By combining elements of various styles with a strong foundation in Classical technique, I firmly believe my students and I explore the guitar to its fullest extent, regardless of what their personal style of choice may be. That said, I pride my self on my adaptability to each student, and possess a wide set of tools to help you play your best week to week.