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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Scales and Modes
Chord Progressions
Guitar for beginners
Songs and Repertoire
Fingerstyle
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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 tutor and student worked extensively on guitar techniques, focusing on learning specific song riffs and chord progressions from "Wild World" and "See You Again." They also practiced scales, including the B minor pentatonic, and explored movable patterns across different keys. The session aimed to improve chord accuracy, strumming, and scale application.
Strumming Patterns: Down-Down-Down-Up
Guitar Chord Voicings: E Major and E suspended 4
Guitar Riffs: Melodic Phrases
Barre Chords: F# Minor
Musical Keys and Scales: B Minor and Pentatonic
The student and tutor worked on the song "Somewhere Between" by Dylan Go, focusing on mastering its fast strumming patterns and complex chord progressions. They practiced different tempos and refined chord change timing, with a plan to continue working on chord changes for the song in the next session.
Chord Changes and Transitions
Palm Muting Technique
Bluegrass Strumming Pattern
Chord Counting and Timing
The Student and Tutor worked on guitar improvisation techniques, focusing on the relationship between pentatonic scales and chord shapes. They analyzed specific licks and solos from a song, breaking down difficult passages and discussing practice strategies for improvisation. The next session will likely continue with solo analysis or new material.
The Role of Rhythm and Timing in Guitar Solos
Connecting Guitar Scales and Chord Voicings
Improvisational Approaches: Chord-Focused vs. Intuitive
Pentatonic Scale Positions and Chord Relationships
The tutor and student worked on vocal technique, focusing on scales, intervals, and ear training exercises using solfège. They also briefly discussed incorporating ukulele accompaniment for songs in upcoming sessions. The student recalled a song they wished to work on in the future.
Vocal Intervals: Sixths
Sustained Notes and Breath Control
Minor Scales: 'Mami Made Me'
Consonant Articulation: 'L' and 'F' Sounds
Vocal Intervals: Thirds
The student and tutor worked on guitar techniques, focusing on the G minor barre chord and a specific song's strumming pattern, incorporating staccato and muting. They also practiced pentatonic scales and discussed efficient strumming using wrist movement, with plans to continue exploring scales.
Strumming and Muting Techniques
Efficient Guitar Playing: Wrist Movement
G Minor Barre Chord
Pentatonic Scales: E Minor and G Major
Vocal Endurance and Note Holding
Thirds Intervals and Voice Break Awareness
Interval Training: Sixths and Solfège
Minor Scales and Vowel Practice
Vocal Warm-ups: Syllable Articulation
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Guitar Tuner Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Looping Pedals
Backing Track Libraries
DAWs
Chord Diagram Apps
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Weekend lessons
Chat for quick help
Note taking
Pets are welcomed

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