Seattle Guitar Lessons
Intermediate Through Advanced Guitar Lessons in Seattle, WA
About the Teacher
Nicholas Caine Rausch
Nick has been playing the guitar for over 30 years and teaching since 2003. He holds a Bachelors degree in Music Performance with a concentration in Jazz Studies from the University of Southern Maine, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude.
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He has had the pleasure of studying classical guitar under the direction of Keith Crook, as well as jazz guitar under Gary Wittner. Nick has also emersed himself in continuing jazz studies with Maine guitar hero Bob Thompson.
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Nick has completed intensive guitar repair training with luthier Ivon Schmukler of the Leeds Guitar Building School and enjoys sharing his knowledge of this subject with his students. He takes pride in having guided many of his students from complete beginner status to accomplished players. In addition to private instruction, Nick has classroom and clinic experience with students of various ages. He also enjoys coaching bands and ensembles in styles spanning the musical spectrum.
Nick is a member of the Music Teachers National Association and active in numerous honor societies. He teaches and performs primarily in the Seattle, WA area.