Kristopher Gottlieb
Explore guitar through expressive lessons shaped by years of musical training and a strong foundation at Plano East.
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Kristopher Gottlieb
Diploma degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
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30 lessons
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
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Kristopher - Know your guitar teacher
My name is Kristopher Gottlieb, and I'm a seasoned guitarist and vocalist with more than ten years teaching experience and over fifteen years of professional experience writing, recording, and touring in various bands of different genres. I've toured the US extensively and have played and sang in venues from theaters and festivals, to restaurants and coffee shops around the globe. Specializing in music theory, songwriting, vocals, and lead/harmony guitar, I offer tailored, top-notch lessons in acoustic, electric, and bass guitar, as well as incorporating singing into your playing and original material. Ranging from scales, sweeps, and picking techniques, to strumming patterns and song repertoire, I cover it all! Whether you're a compete beginner or an advanced shredder, I cater to all levels, including adults and kids of all ages. Let's strum to success together with personalized learning and expert teaching. Book your lessons today for a tailored musical journey like never before!
Your guitar teacher expertise
Guitar for beginners
Fingerstyle
Guitar Techniques
Chords and Rhythms
Chord Progressions
Songs and Repertoire
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Learner for guitar lessons
Guitar for Intermediate
Guitar for Kids
Guitar for Advanced
Guitar for Adults
Guitar for Beginners
Guitar lessons quick guide
My lessons are crafted with a creative and empathetic approach, integrating music theory seamlessly with fundamental technique for an enjoyable, well-rounded and thorough learning experience that's fun and inspiring. Specializing in guitar and vocals, including electric, acoustic, and bass guitar, I've catered to a diverse audience of over fifty students, ranging from children to adults at various skill levels and music interests. I've taught students from the earliest beginners and child prodigies, to adult hobbyists and professional touring music producers, and tailor my lessons to each individual based on their specific focus and musical goals. By infusing expressive musicality into each lesson, I ensure that students not only grasp the fundamentals, but also develop a deep passion for music and an inspiration to explore, listen, and grow. This fosters proficiency in a fun and interactive learning environment that they can apply to their musical journey!
Rated 5 stars for engaging guitar lessons
94% students find the lessions fun, focused, and easy to follow
Guitar lessons have strong results in a short time
91% Parent feel they kids have started playing songs within weeks
Step-by-step guitar classes tracking
86% students see clear milestones across levels
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Bass Guitar
Guitar concepts taught by Kristopher
The session focused on analyzing guitar techniques in specific songs and applying music theory concepts to the student's composition. The student worked on chord progressions, inversions, and incorporating suspended chords to enrich their sound. They plan to continue developing these techniques and recording their progress in a DAW.
Freight Train Melody Analysis
Triad Shapes and Inversions
Suspended Second Chords
Analyzing Guitar Licks
The session focused on vocal exercises to improve tone, range, and vocal health, while also understanding music theory. The student practiced scales, intervals (thirds and sixths), and arpeggios. The student was encouraged to continue practicing vocal exercises and familiarizing themself with the repertoire.
Vocal Warm-ups: Solfège and Avoiding Strain
Single Note Interval Exercises
Maintaining Vocal Health
Arpeggios: 1-3-5-7 and 1-3-5-7-9
Interval Exercises: Thirds and Sixths
Mouth Shape and Tone: The Light Bulb Exercise
The Student practiced pentatonic scales in various positions and worked on the song "Father and Son," focusing on fingerpicking and chord transitions. They adapted to a finger injury by using strumming techniques. The Student and Tutor discussed rescheduling the next class due to the student's availability.
C over B Chord
D Minor Chord
Fingering Patterns Within Pentatonic Scales
Pentatonic Scale Positions
The Tutor guided the Student through guitar techniques for several songs, including strumming patterns, chord changes, and fingerpicking. The session focused on "Knockin' on Heaven's Door," "10,000 Reasons," and "Don't Think Twice, It's Alright." The Student was encouraged to practice chord changes and fingerpicking exercises to improve fluidity and accuracy; the tab for "Don't Think Twice" was sent to the Student.
Fingerpicking Basics
7th Chords (G7
C7)
C over G Chord (C/G)
Down-Up Strumming Pattern
Chord Changes and Timing
Suspended Fourth (sus4) Chord
The session centered on vocal exercises to improve pitch and tone, practicing intervals and arpeggios. The student worked on enunciation and mouth shape for clearer sound projection while singing "Edelweiss." For the next session, the student will work on the song "Feelings" and possibly "The Girl from Ipanema."
Song Dissection: Edelweiss and Feelings
Head Voice and Vocal Rasp
Sixth Interval Technique
Interval Exercises: Thirds
Vowel Exaggeration for Clarity
The Student and Tutor reviewed an original song and worked on strumming techniques. They then practiced diatonic scales and modes in different positions on the guitar fretboard. The session concluded with a discussion of how the modes could be used to create harmonic colors in chord progressions, and the Student was assigned to continue practicing the scales and listening to the song.
Chord Voicings and Progressions
Alternate Picking Technique
Transposition and Capo Usage
Diatonic Scales and Modes (Ionian
Dorian
Phrygian
Lydian
Mixolydian
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Metronome Apps
Chord Diagram Apps
Amp Simulators
Backing Track Libraries
Ear Training Software
PDF Sheet Music
Engaging guitar lessons
Note taking
Record lessons
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
Chat for quick help
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