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    Forty-five minute lesson: $56.

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    600 3rd St. Suite 204

    Fairbanks, AK 99701

    (3rd St. & Hamilton)

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  • I've been teaching private music lessons for over 20 years. In October of 2008 I found a wonderful space for a music studio, and Tartan Tundra Music was born.

    Instruments taught:

    Violin/Fiddle:in many styles including Classical, Celtic, Old Timey, Alaskan, International (Russian, Scandinavian, Eastern European) and more.

    Mandolin: Mainly in Old Timey and Celtic styles, but the mandolin is just as versatile as the violin and can be used in many wonderful kinds of music.

    Guitar: Folk, rock, oldies, Celtic... Ukulele: One of the most amusing and fun instruments ever! And great for beginners of all ages!

    Viola: A viola is larger than a violin with a lovely, deep sound, but the method of playing is the same as violin.

    Bodhrán: Irish drum. There is an art to this, it isn't just whacking away on a drum head. Fun and interesting.

    Vocal Coaching: I can help you get your voice out in the open and help you sing.

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    Distance Lessons are $36 per half hour, and $54 for 45 minutes. Lessons are taken via various apps such as Facetime, Zoom, or Google Meet. I prefer FaceTime for the quality and ease of use, but there are many ways to connect. You must have a web camera and have the app for one of on your computer, laptop, tablet or phone. Also, please let me know which one you want to use!

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06/27/2013

Classic, Fun Bass Lines

Long ago, before I had an electric guitar, I had a nice little Fender Mustang Bass. The Mustang series isn't as popular as the Stratocaster series, but I love them because they fit a woman's hands so nicely.

A student that has been learning guitar for quite a few years now has decided he wants to try electric bass. It has been fun remembering all the songs I used to listen to and play along with just for the bass lines. Here's a partial list, feel free to add your favorites:

1. Waiting for the End of the World, Elvis Costello

2. Stepping Out, Joe Jackson

3. Stand By Me

4. Taxman, Beatles

5. Don't Stand So, Police

6. Take Me To The River, Talking Heads

7. Mirror In The Bathroom, English Beat

8.Do You Wanna Dance, David Lindley

9. Whip It, Devo

10. Anything rockabilly.

That's not many songs. I know you can add more to this list!

Posted at 12:37 AM in Music |

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