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Charles began playing drums almost 30 years ago and began gigging live shortly thereafter. Charles studied drums throughout high school and college. After graduating from the Florida State University, he became a high school English teacher following a stint in the U.S. Marines. Charles continues to record, play live, and instruct high school drum lines today. His specialties are metal, funk, marching percussion, and drum restoration and repair.
Charles has been teaching drums for 20 years. He has taught drum corps at Olathe Kansas School District and potential rock stars. He has also played drums for a number of bands and has been a studio session drummer.
Guitar Center Lynnwood18420 33rd Ave. West Suite DLynnwood, WA
Todd Smith is a lifelong musician and educated audio production engineer. He grew up playing music with his father; who was the leader of his band and worship groups for over 50 years and is still admired by all who had the grace of hearing him sing and play. Todd plays guitar, bass guitar and some piano. He was 1st chair bass guitar in the Wood River High School band and orchestra program, has been in many bands since, and engineered many projects over the years. Todd has been playing guitar and bass guitar for 35 years, and completed 2 Associates Degrees in 2011 from Shoreline CC in Music Production. He has had private instruction from various talented instructors and musicians. He has also had many students over the years that went on to be fantastic accomplished and well rounded musicians. He can sight read bass and treble clef, as well as tab. He has taken several music theory courses; he learned the fundamentals of classical, and pop music. Todd knows how important the right vibe is when learning; it’s imperative for the student to connect in a way that helps them focus, and relax. Being in the right mindset is as important as practice, because it motivates us to perform better. He knows there is a balance between fun and discipline. Knowing when to use either approach will bring vastly different performances. This usually brings forth a constant rotation of ideas with structure to rely on when called upon.
Guitar Center Lynnwood18420 33rd Ave. West Suite DLynnwood, WA
Paul Krasucki is a music instructor with 49 years experience learning, playing, and teaching music. He plays guitar and bass, he took 6 years of formal guitar lessons from DeLuca's Music, Wilkes-Barre, PA. Paul can sight-read treble, and understands bass clef, as well as tabs. Paul has been in 18 bands, and has helped other players through private lessons during that time. He is currently in 3 groups, 2 acoustic and 1 electric. He's very passionate about teaching, and helping others learn and improve to achieve their musical goals.
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Mallory Watson is a multi-instrumentalist teacher, songwriter, and performer with a theory-forward approach to teaching keyboard lessons. Mallory graduated in 2023 from Western Washington University with a Bachelor's degree in Music Production and Screen Scoring, and has since been teaching as well as continuing to record and perform original music.
When teaching, Mallory aims to cultivate musical appreciation and exploration while leading students to their short-term and long-term goals.
Mallory enjoys teaching any genre or style, and personally favors experimental electronic music and film music.
Keyboard, Synthesizer, Audio Production
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Jamison Dewlen is an American Indie Folk/Multi-Genre composer, multi-instrumentalist, studio musician, audio engineer, producer and instructor. Performing since the age of 10, Jamison is predominantly known for his innovative fingerstyle guitar, pedal steel, banjo and dobro playing. He has been a part of bands including Pretty Broken Things, Lofty Stills, Ghost Ship, Other Desert Cities, Ivan & Alyosha and Tyler Edwards. He's also shared the stage with The Head and The Heart, Damien Jurado, Deep Sea Diver, David Bazan, Noah Gundersen, Sean Nelson (of Harvey Danger), Wilde Belle, The Coronas, David Immerglück (of Counting Crows) and Langehorne Slim. With over 20 years of experience teaching, Jamison always makes learning music fun and engaging; he believes that every student is unique and adjusts accordingly. Jamison loves to teach and is passionate about passing along what he knows!
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David has been playing and studying the piano for over 25 years. He has been a church pianist for over 15 years, and in that setting he has extensive experience in leading music rehearsals and publicly performing in a wide variety of genres, from classical to pop.
He currently serves in a variety of roles at the St. Mark’s Choir School in Seattle where he tutors children in music theory, co-teaches a piano class, and accompanies choir rehearsals.
He wants to push his students to excel while still having fun, and he is excited to pass on his love for the piano and for music.
Guitar Center Lynnwood18420 33rd Ave. West Suite DLynnwood, WA
Emmett has taught music since 2016 at places like Guitar Center, School of Rock, online, and through volunteering. He teaches Acoustic & Electric Guitar, Bass, Drums, Piano, Vocals, Ukulele and Harmonica. He specializes in many genres including metal, rock, jazz, folk, and mostly anything outside or in between. Emmett is also an expert on music theory and can offer tips on Music Composition.
In Grade School, Emmett played upright bass in Classical Orchestra for 8 years, Electric Guitar in Jazz Band for 3 years, and has played with many bands throughout his life. Emmett studied classical piano, jazz guitar, music theory, and composition at Shoreline Community College, earning an Associate’s in the Arts.
Emmett loves to push his students while getting to know them and driving their passions towards new goals. He enjoys working with students of all ages and backgrounds.
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Originally born in London, United Kingdom, he moved to Seattle, WA area. James Manigley is a composer and multi-instrumentalist with over 15 years of professional experience writing, performing, recording and producing music.
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By day, Dr. Kierra M. Smith is a dedicated Doctor of Chiropractic, helping individuals achieve optimal health and wellness. By night—and whenever the rhythm calls—she is a passionate and versatile percussionist with over two decades of experience. From grade school to the national stage, she has cultivated a deep love for drumming, mastering various styles and instruments along the way.
Kierra’s journey with percussion began in grade school, where she developed a strong foundation in rhythm and technique. As the section leader of her high school marching band, she led with precision and passion, further shaping her leadership and performance skills. She continued her musical journey at Bethune-Cookman University, playing tenor drums and refining her craft in a high-energy, disciplined environment.
Her talent has taken her to the national stage, performing as a drummer for the National Baptist Congress of Christian Education. She is also a proud member of Tau Beta Sigma, a national honorary band sorority dedicated to the advancement of music and musicianship.
Throughout her career, Kierra has played in a variety of ensembles, including orchestras, marching bands, and church bands. She currently serves as the on-staff drummer at Faith Tabernacle Fellowship in Everett, WA, bringing depth, energy, and dynamic expression to worship services. As a percussionist, she primarily plays drum set and djembe but is always eager to learn and explore new techniques.
Proficient in multiple styles—including gospel, funk, R&B, soul, Latin, rock, country, and worship music—Kierra is always seeking new opportunities to expand her musical repertoire and collaborate with other artists.
A true percussionist at heart, Kierra’s passion for drumming extends beyond performance. She is committed to mentorship, education, and inspiring others through the power of rhythm. Whether in the clinic or behind the drum set, she brings dedication, precision, and heart to everything she does.
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Frank Rowland is an experienced music instructor proficient in developing customized lesson plans
that enhance students' musical abilities and inspire creativity in all a ages with a specialization in rock, blues, jazz and metal.
Frank studied classical guitar and composition at Western Washington University where he earned a Bachelor of Music. After graduating, he taught music at Evergreen Music School where he developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for students of all ages and
and skill levels.
Frank has written and performed in projects spanning progressive metal, Latin jazz ensembles, jazz trios and big bands, classical guitar ensembles including the Western Classical Guitar Ensemble while attending college. He is also best known for his role of lead guitarist for Bellingham Progressive Metal project Tetrachromat winning What's Up Magazine's Best New Metal Act Award in 2016.
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Kenneth Thornton II is a seasoned drummer and United States Navy veteran from Memphis, Tennessee. He is known for his dynamic presence behind the kit and deep-rooted passion for rhythm. With a foundation built in grade school percussion ensembles and church performances, Kenneth has cultivated a versatile style that resonates across genres with a heavy influence from his father, Kenneth Sr., as well as Brother Jahleel Eli. After honorably serving his country, he returned to the music scene, lending his talents to acclaimed local artists including Grace Love, Tiffany Wilson, Ayron Jones, and Scarlet Parke. His dedication to his craft continues to inspire both fellow musicians and audiences alike.
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Miguel has been playing guitar for over a decade. He pursued his passion by studying music at Arizona Western College in Yuma, AZ and eventually graduated from the University of Arizona’s Bolton Guitar Studies in Tucson, AZ. During his time at the university, he was immersed within the classical guitar community and joined the Tucson Guitar Society Orchestra, where he performed in a large ensemble and toured Arizona. A highlight of his time at the University of Arizona was competing and becoming a finalist in the Bolton Guitar Studies’ Wolfe Competition.
Miguel continued his music career post-university by joining various bands. He's currently a member of Panic Fancy, a Seattle-based band and specializes in classical, indie/alternative, rock, and some jazz stylings. He sees music as a way to express yourself and connect with others. Miguel wants to share his knowledge as an instructor to help others experience the joy of learning music.
Guitar Center Lynnwood18420 33rd Ave. West Suite DLynnwood, WA
Lydia Hayes fell in love with music when she was in her first musical at 7 years old. Since then, she has been singing and playing piano in many contexts including private teaching, cabarets, music directing, songwriting, and performing in musicals professionally. With over 20 years of experience singing a variety of styles ranging from musical theatre to jazz, classical, and pop, she is prepared to give you the skills to sing with agility, proper support, control, and creative expression. She has been playing piano for over 10 years, with an emphasis on classical, and basic knowledge of jazz technique. She is skilled at re-arranging pieces for small hands—which is extremely beneficial for younger students who want to play complex pieces but have not grown enough to physically reach the keys yet. Lydia seeks to give all her students the confidence, tools, and technique that will strengthen and promote longevity to sing or play with passion. If you are looking for an instructor who teaches with enthusiasm, and is devoted to developing musicianship and bringing out your inner rock star, Lydia is the right teacher for you!
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