About Travis D.
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Guitarist and Guitar Instructor
Dec, 2014 - PresentTraveling Troubadour
Traveling Troubadour lessons is the title of my freelance online guitar lessons business. I also teach ukulele, mandolin, and small group classes. My lessons are structured around three major tenants: A mindful piece, a technical piece, and a creative piece. Every lesson and class is crafted to each student’s abilities, interests, and goals. That being said the mindful piece may be misconstrued as too easy or even pointless, but the point is to mindfully be aware of the details as well as the big picture. Is my wrist straight? Am I pressing down too hard or too soft? Is my tone good? And so on. The technical piece can be achieved with a song or section of a song, as well as technical exercises, scales, and etudes. The creative piece will introduce musicality, improvisation, feel, groove, and composition. The student is in charge. Any song, style, solo, or riff can be made accessible to any skill level. Lets learn the music that you love.
Guitar Instructor
Feb, 2016 - Dec, 2016Tamminga Music Studios
I was subcontracted through Global Sound Studios to teach private guitar and bass guitar lessons. I teach students of all ages and skill levels. My lessons are catered to each student’s personal interests and goals. This provides each student with a unique lesson plan that works for them. Global Sound Studios is responsible for all bookings, schedules, and collecting payment.
Guitar Instructor
Jan, 2015 - Feb, 2016Global Sound Studios
I was subcontracted through Global Sound Studios to teach private guitar and bass guitar lessons. I teach students of all ages and skill levels. My lessons are catered to each student’s personal interests and goals. This provides each student with a unique lesson plan that works for them. Global Sound Studios is responsible for all bookings, schedules, and collecting payment.
Substitute Guitar Instructor
Jan, 2015 - Dec, 2016Swallow Hill
I was a popular on call substitute teacher at the large popular Music Studio Swallow Hill in Denver. I subbed for guitar classes 1,2, and 3, kids guitar, kids singing, adult ukulele, and children's ukulele.
Guitar, Ukulele Insturctor
Jan, 2007 - Oct, 2014Katzin Music
Held one on one private lessons at Katzin Music and Studios located in Durango CO.
Education
Music, Cum Laude
Sep, 2004 - Apr, 2009Fort Lewis College
Awards
Kick-starter completion
Nov, 2013Kickstarter
Thumbtack Best of 2016
Jan, 2016Thumbtack.com
Thumbtack Best of 2015
Jan, 2015Thumbtack.com
Micro Grant
Aug, 2014Durango Arts Center
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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