Faculty Biography

:: Dean Harrington ::::::

Philosophy: My goal is to make learning the guitar fun. I strive to teach the basics, such as note reading and music theory, but also focus on music that interests you. I teach all styles of guitar from rock to classical, and can tailor lessons to suit the individual. I encourage my students to bring in their music on cd or ipod, and I will teach them how to play their favorite songs.

My youngest students are 7 years old, but I also teach adults and everyone in between. Parents are encouraged to sit in on lessons, which can be helpful with younger students.

Teaches:

Guitar and Bass

Teaching Since:

1992

Education:

Bachelor of Music Degree, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis

Groups/Associations:

Member of the Minnesota Music Teachers Association
Member of the Music Teachers National Association
Member and former board member of the Minnesota Guitar Society

Student Opportunities:

K&S Holiday Recitals – December
K&S Recitals – April
MMTA Guitar and Theory Exams

Other "Notes":

Performing Groups and Personal Websites:
Make-up policy: The last lesson of the semester is a free lesson which can be used as a makeup, or if you didn't miss any lessons, is a free bonus lesson. Only one makeup lesson is offered per semester.
I have 20 years experience teaching many different music styles. I can teach all the following styles equally well: Rock, Jazz, Classical, Folk, Pop, Gypsy Jazz, Heavy Metal, Progressive Rock, Hard Rock, Altermative, and many more. Call K&S studios at 651-739-7848 or go to my website and send me an email.