Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks English, Spanish, Italian
Teaching since 2006
DMA Guitar Performance, Theory
About Kirk R.
4.8
(24)
I have been studying music for most of my life and began teaching when I was 16. I have been given the opportunity to learn from some of the best musicians and teachers around. Before relocating to Denver, I regularly gave performances throughout the Cincinnati area, as well as in surrounding states. I earned a bachelors of music in guitar performance at The College-Conservatory of Music in Cincinnati. While studying there I was able to meet musicians with different approaches to music and broaden my perspective on the way that I played and taught. Since moving to Denver, I have begun graduate studies at the Lamont School of Music.
I have taught students of all ages and skill levels and have been able to watch my students meet goals of all sorts in their lessons. One of the studios that I teach at was also recognized in the category of "Best Music Instruction" by Cincy Magazine.
If you have never picked up an instrument before, I would love to introduce you to the basics of music as well as the guitar. If you have played some guitar, or another instrument, and are looking to hone your skills and maximize your potential, it would be my pleasure to help you along that track.
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
E Fairview
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Tuesday
3 PM-4 PM
5 PM-5:30 PM
Friday
3 PM-3:30 PM
4 PM-4:30 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$30
45 minutes
$40
60 minutes
$50
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24 Reviews
Deanna
Teacher's studio
Very good experience with Kirk! He was knowledgeable and patient, and I could tell he really enjoys teaching.
Posted Apr 28, 2017
Deanna
Teacher's studio
Kirk was very patient, knowledgeable, and encouraging as he taught me to play a special song on the ukulele for my husband to be. Highly recommend!
Posted Apr 13, 2017
Savanna
Student's home
Very patient with my 7 year old daughter. Thank you!
Posted Nov 15, 2016
Experience
Director of Guitar
Aug, 2020 - PresentBaldwin Arts Magnet School
Musicology Graduate Teaching Assistant
Aug, 2017 - May, 2020Hugh Hodgson School of Music (UGA)
Classical Guitar Teaching Assistant
Aug, 2017 - May, 2020Hugh Hodgson School of Music (UGA)
Musicology Graduate Teacher Position
Sep, 2015 - Aug, 2017Lamont School of Music
Instructor
Jul, 2011 - Jun, 2015Angel's House of Music
Guitar Instructor
May, 2011 - Nov, 2015Piano Lessons in Your Home
Guitar Instructor
Jun, 2006 - PresentSelf-Employed
Education
Bachelors of Music, Guitar Performance
Sep, 2008 - Dec, 2012University of Cincinnati
DMA Guitar Performance, Theory
Aug, 2017University of Georgia
MM Guitar Performance
Sep, 2015 - Jun, 2017Lamont School of Music
BM Guitar Performance
Sep, 2008 - Dec, 2012Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
Certifications
PCTF Alabama Certification
Aug, 2020AL State Dept of Education
Awards
CCM Honors Scholarship
Sep, 2008Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
Best Lessons of 2015
Aug, 2015Thumback
Musicology Graduate Teaching Position
Apr, 2015Lamont School of Music - DU
Best of the East: Music Instruction
Jul, 2014Cincy Magazine
Best of the East: Music Instruction
Jul, 2013Cincy Magazine
Bertha Langhorst Werner Scholarship
Sep, 2011Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
Languages
Italian
Limited Proficiency
English
Native Proficiency
Spanish
Limited Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
E Fairview
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Tuesday
3 PM-4 PM
5 PM-5:30 PM
Friday
3 PM-3:30 PM
4 PM-4:30 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$30
45 minutes
$40
60 minutes
$50
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