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    Nathaniel Brown
    Distance: mi
    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    Nate graduated from Atlanta Institute of Music, is a professional performer and teacher and has been with Guitar Center since 2017 teaching all age ranges and skill levels for budding guitarists and helping long time players with advancement. He now resides in Ocala and has performed Nationally and Internationally. He has worked as a Music Director and Supervisor of Music Development for Carnival Cruise Line. His performance specialties include all styles, with a focus on Rock, Jazz, Country, and R&B. As for teaching style, Nate is able to teach all skill levels, but particularly likes to focus on intermediate musicians that have interest in expanding their knowledge, experience, and skill level to become a better musician. He enjoys Jazz Fusion, Improvisation, Composition, Theory, Fingerpicking and Slide Guitar. His Favorite Musicians include Jimmy Herring, Derek Trucks, Michael Landau, Cory Henry, Pat Metheny, Al Di Meola, George Benson and Pat Martino.
    Michael Willett
    Distance: mi
    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    Mike is a K-12 certified educator with 20+ years of playing experience and over 15 years of teaching experience, including 8+ years of public school classroom experience. He currently teaches at College Park Elementary School in Ocala, FL. Mike has experience playing many styles of music both on stage and in the studio. He has had several fortunate opportunities to play alongside many world class musicians, providing priceless experience. Mike enjoys helping students develop the tools and skills needed to unlock their personal creativity and enjoyment of the instrument and believes that all musicians can benefit from a complete understanding of their chosen instrument. Mike has a deep love of all styles of music and is endlessly curious about music from around the world.
    Christopher Garcia
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    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    Diorella Dailey
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    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    Christopher Ryals
    Distance: mi
    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL

    One of Central Florida's most active musicians, Chris Ryals has played 3-5 shows a week for over 15 years. Playing in both original and cover circuits! An extensive knowledge in music theory...Chris has written hundres of songs in all styles. While playing in many successful bands, he has also helped set the standard for Solo Artists. Influencing many musicians to buys a loop pedal in order to have the ability to loop multiple instruments and create authentic improvisational jams. Seeing Chris perform live is an experience. Even when playing popular songs, they are done in a "one of a kind" original style.  Chris has extensive knowledge in many genres so he can acclimate himself to any venuel.  along with the successful music career, Chris is also owner/operator of MixHouse Productions, which offers studio recording and live sound, lighting, video and audio production. Sharing the stage and doing sound for many national acts such as A Day to Remember, Wage War, Queensryche, Puddle of Mud, Saliva, Cray Town, Nappy Roots, Afroman and more.  Chris has also established himself as one of the most popular music instructors in ocala. Teaching at Guitar Center now for over 8 years, he hast taught 100's of students. 

    Robert Black
    Distance: mi
    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    Bob has been teaching and performing Electric Bass and Piano for over 45 years and still one of our most energetic and engaging instructors! Playing music is an integral part of Bob as he's been doing it all his life. He graduated from Berklee College of Music with a Professional Diploma in Instrumental Performance and moved down to Florida.  He has performed over  the years with many artists including Leslie Gore, Bunny Debarge, Calliope and many more! Bob loves to see his students realize their dream of playing an instrument whether professionally or for their own enjoyment.  
    Samantha Ismail
    Distance: mi
    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    Hello everyone my name is Samantha Ismail. I am a mother, grandmother, musician and about to be a returning college student. Teaching music has always been what I've wanted to do in my life, I feel I've been given a gift and I want to share that gift with everyone. Music has been my biggest therapy in life and I enjoy performing as much as I do teaching. I am the lead singer and keyboard player for my band called Alice Dean. We play out at local restaurants and venues in the Marion county and surrounding areas. I look forward to meeting my future students and developing a musical relationship and starting them on their journey.
    Forrest Roberson
    Distance: mi
    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    Forrest’s patient and caring personality is embedded into the lessons he teaches. He understands the importance of creating a safe, judgment-free environment for students to learn from their mistakes, for he knows mistakes help us learn and grow. Forrest is the perfect fit for beginners, intermediate players looking to expand their musical horizons, or anyone who needs a caring and dependable guitar teacher. Forrest has been playing guitar for over 10-years, originally learning from a guitar teacher himself. As a music major, Forrest has not only learned to perfect his technique but has also grown an understanding of the theories behind the music.
    Thomas Dunn
    Distance: mi
    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    Glenn started playing music since the age of 9 years old. He received his degree in Music Education from Florida International University. He has always had a passion for teaching others and enjoys seeing them grow into talented musicians. Glenn is fluent in a variety of styles in particular Jazz, Rock, Blues, Classical, etc. Glenn has been in the music education field for 26+ years and has enjoyed holding different roles for both public and private education programs. He has held multiple lead roles in music education programs. Glenn has also had the opportunity to direct jazz bands, concert symphonic, drum and bugle marching corp. Glenn is currently working on organizing a city-wide musical festival. Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2023.
    Dustin King
    Distance: mi
    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    He started playing drums at the age of 10 under the instruction of Ben Wiseman, and professionally gigging by age 12_with his Step Father’s rock band Night Shift. After Picking up the guitar at age 15, Dustin then pursued the study of Music Business at Southeastern University with an emphasis in guitar, under the instruction of Steve Luciono. Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2023. Dustin has 20+ years of professional gigging experience.
    Ruzbeh Azeri
    Distance: mi
    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    He started playing guitar at the age of 12 at his father's Music Store in Istanbul, Turkey. Being at the music store in his free time, he took private lessons and also learned how to play the guitar from various musicians that passed through the music store. The music store was a hub where both foreign and local musicians used frequented and gathered. In this atmosphere of love for music, friendship, solidarity, and community, his love for music and his love for people was shaped. Bruce is fluent in Rock and Pop Folk Rhythm guitar and bass. He is currently performing as a Solo Acoustic artist playing cover songs and he plays the lead guitar in "Busted Luck" which is a brand new all original local band. He is motivated by his love of music, he wants to help you learn the guitar or improve your skills by teaching you a solid foundation and technique and the theory that you can build upon. Bruce is also a big gear head and he is very knowledgeable when it instruments, and gears such as pedals and loopers, etc. he may be able to answer questions about your gear too. Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2023.
    Raymond Rogers
    Distance: mi
    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    Ray Rogers has been teaching for 16 years and he teaches guitar, bass, mandolin, and ukulele. He started playing guitar when he was 12. Ray went to school in a small town in Illinois where music was part of the standard curriculum. From kindergarten to sixth grade, Ray had music class two to three times a week, By junior high, Ray was in the school band, choir, swing choir, and participated in theatre. Ray taught himself how to play guitar and by the time he was 16, Ray was playing in bands. Ray was president of his high school band his senior year and lettered in band. Has been with Guitar Center since 2023.
    Lawayne Gabriel
    Distance: mi
    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    Lawayne is fluent in a variety of styles including Roots-Reggae, Rock, Blues, Country, Gospel and Hiphop. Lawayne started playing drums and other rhythm instruments in his early youth, performing at various worship groups in local churches and receiving over 5 years of formal music education. In 2015 he was given the opportunity to play in the "hot seat" at the Meadowbrook Church. Has been with Guitar Center since 2023.
    James Madigan
    Distance: mi
    Guitar Center Ocala 3920 SW 42nd St. Space B-2 Ocala, FL
    James teaches Guitar, Bass, Piano and Drums. He started playing at the age of fourteen, and received his Bachelors of Science in Music Education degree from LIU C.W. Post. James is fluent in a variety of styles including rock, classical, metal, progressive, blues, and jazz. He is motivated by offering the passion and joy he finds in music to others. Current projects include playing bass in the rock band Kidcain and working at his home studio.
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