Kristopher Gottlieb
Explore guitar through expressive lessons shaped by years of musical training and a strong foundation at Plano East.
Private lessons - Kristopher Gottlieb
Diploma degree
$35
$33
/ hour
About 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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86% students see clear milestones across levels
Guitar lessons overview
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!
Your guitar teacher specialities
Chords and Rhythms
Chord Progressions
Fingerstyle
Guitar Techniques
Songs and Repertoire
Scales and Modes
Guitar for beginners
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Guitar concept taught by Kristopher
Kristopher Gottlieb led Jocelyne through vocal exercises, including lip trills, scales, and arpeggios, while also troubleshooting audio issues. They worked on pitch accuracy, diaphragm breathing, and introduced elements of music theory. Kristopher offered to send guitar recommendations to Jocelyne, and they scheduled their next lesson for the same time next week.
Diaphragm Breathing
1357 Chord Progressions
Headphones for Vocals
Vocal Warm-ups
Dark and Low Songs
Kristopher Gottlieb guided Luke through a guitar lesson that covered modes, scales, and arpeggios, with a focus on applying these concepts to songwriting and understanding chord voicings. Luke practiced identifying modes and arpeggios on the fretboard and explored their use in different tunings. Kristopher assigned practicing modes in drop D tuning and offered to send notes on chord degrees, and they scheduled the next lesson.
Suspended Chords
1357 and 1356 Arpeggios
Frigian Scale
Modal Tonalities
Three Notes Per String Scales
Kristopher Gottlieb gave Joseph Lipman a guitar lesson focused on 1357 arpeggios in A and D, incorporating 6th and 7th intervals for bluegrass improvisation. They explored fretboard positions, diminished chords, and alternate tunings. Joseph plans to work on incorporating these techniques into walk-down phrases.
1357 Arpeggios
Key Transposition
Sliding and Bending
Sixth and Seventh Degrees
Connecting Arpeggios
Minor Third Arpeggios
Major Third Arpeggios
Kristopher Gottlieb worked with Rena on guitar techniques, specifically focusing on improving chord transitions between C-A minor and G-E minor, and introducing a new strumming pattern. Rena was assigned to listen to "Three Little Birds" to practice A, D, and E chords and the skanking strumming pattern. They plan to work on this song in the next lesson, potentially alongside "Let It Be."
Three Little Birds Song
Bass Guitar Role
Chord Finger Placement
Strumming Patterns
Chord Transitions
Kristopher Gottlieb tutored Teresa Petty on bass guitar, focusing on scales, intervals, and fretboard navigation. Teresa practiced finger placements, scale patterns in C major and E minor, and identifying intervals on the fretboard. Kristopher will send charts to reinforce the concepts, and Teresa will consider a song to work on in the next session.
Major Thirds
Finger Placement
Octaves
Fifths
Minor Thirds
E Minor Scale
A Minor Scale
Kristopher gave Hannah a guitar lesson focusing on strumming patterns, chord progressions, and timing, using songs like "Hey Driver," "Heading South," and "It'll Be Fine" as practice material. They also worked on the A minor pentatonic scale and a "walk-down" riff. Kristopher assigned practice exercises, including learning a chorus progression, and suggested hand stretches, while also committing to learning a new song, "28," for the next lesson.
Combining Strumming with Riffs
Pentatonic Scales
Chord Strumming Patterns in 3/4 Timing
Chord Progressions and Song Structure
Hand Tension and Finger Positioning
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Bass Guitar
Free lesson slots
1 / 1
Teaching tools used in guitar classes
Backing Track Libraries
DAWs
Amp Simulators
Metronome Apps
Guitar Tuner Apps
Looping Pedals
Student types for guitar lessons
Guitar for Adults
Guitar for Beginners
Guitar for Kids
Guitar for Advanced
Guitar for Intermediate
Interactive guitar lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
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