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
/ 55 min
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!
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Guitar Techniques
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Guitar for beginners
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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 Student and Tutor had an introductory singing lesson, focusing on establishing vocal goals, exploring musical influences, and practicing fundamental techniques. They worked on solfege, range identification, ear training, and various interval exercises, with a follow-up plan for the Student to compile a song list for future practice.
Foundational Vocal Control
Solfège & Ear Training Basics
Discovering & Expanding Vocal Range
Song Selection & Performance Preparation
The Student and Tutor focused on learning and practicing ukulele fundamentals, starting with precise tuning of the instrument. They worked on memorizing and transitioning between three core chords: C major, A minor, and F major, while applying a specific strumming pattern. The Tutor also provided guidance on proper hand technique and emphasized the importance of regular practice for building strength and improving chord changes.
The A Minor Chord (Am)
Ukulele Tuning: GCEA Standard
The C Major Chord (C)
The F Major Chord (F)
Fundamental Strumming Rhythm
Chord Progressions & Ergonomic Hand Position
Differentiating Notes and Chords
The student and tutor reviewed guitar chords and strumming patterns for several songs, focusing on the B minor chord and song transitions. They then practiced pentatonic scales using alternate picking and began introducing the seven modes of the major scale, with plans to continue this study next session.
D7 Chord and Dsus4 Variation
B Minor Chord Voicing
E Major vs. E Minor and E Major (with F#)
Alternate Picking Technique
Guitar Hand and Wrist Positioning
The Seven Modes of the Major Scale
The student and tutor worked on developing guitar strumming patterns and chord transitions, focusing on foundational techniques and applying them to specific chords and song structures. They practiced rhythmic accuracy and explored variations in chord voicings, with plans to continue practicing the learned progressions.
Strumming Pattern Fundamentals
Palm Muting Technique
Chord Voicings and Transitions
Guitar Pick Experimentation
The student and tutor focused on foundational ukulele skills, including tuning the instrument and learning three basic chords: C major, A minor, and F major. They also practiced vocal arpeggios and intervals, and the student applied learned chords to singing a song. The student was encouraged to practice a specific strumming pattern with chord transitions.
Basic Ukulele Chords: F Major
Strumming Patterns
Ukulele Tuning
Basic Ukulele Chords: C Major
Basic Ukulele Chords: A Minor
Pentatonic Scales and Modes
Alternate Picking Technique
E Suspended Fourth (Esus⁴) Chord
D7 Chord Voicing
B Minor Chord (Bm) Voicing
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Guitar Tuner Apps
DAWs
Chord Diagram Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Looping Pedals
Metronome Apps
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Parent feedback
Note taking
Open Q&A
Weekend lessons
Mobile joining
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