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I have been playing guitar for 45 years. I studied Jazz and Classical guitar as well as voice at Western Washington University and the University of Washington. I have performed as a lead and rhythm guitarist and vocalist in numerous rock, jazz, blues, soul and funk bands throughout the Northwest. In addition, I have performed as a tenor soloist and ensemble member with the Seattle Symphony Chorale, The Seattle Chamber Singers, Tacoma Symphony Chorale and the Northwest Repratory Singers. I have also performed in numerous full length musicals and operas. I currently direct the Choirs and Orchestra as well as teach a guitar class at Decatur High School in Federal Way. I have held that job for the last 22 years. At Decatur I have been the musical director and played and conducted in the pit for over 20 musicals. My ensembles and musical productions have been nominated and won numerous National awards. Despite my sophisticated musical pedigree...I am really a rock/Jazz/Blues/Soul/Funk guitar player singer at heart and alot of fun to play with.
- Screen name:
- steve1337910
- Member since:
- Jan 08 2019
- Active within 2 weeks
- Level of commitment:
- Very Committed
- Years playing music:
- 40
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- More than 3 times per week
- Most available:
- Nights
Influences
If I had to name one guitar hero in any genre it would have to be Pat Metheny followed closely by Jeff Beck, Jimmy Hendrix, Wes Montgomery Pepe Romero, Sharon Isbin, Joe Pass, Herb Ellis, Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Robben Ford, Manuel Buereco and yes even Peter Frampton.
Instrument experience:
- Vocalist:
- Expert
- Vocalist - Tenor:
- Expert
- Rhythm Guitar:
- Expert
- Lead Guitar:
- Expert
- Acoustic Guitar:
- Expert
- Background Singer:
- Expert
- Bass Guitar:
- Intermediate
- Keyboard:
- Intermediate
- Piano:
- Intermediate
EQUIPMENT
1969 Gibson Les Paul Custom, 1988 Fender Strat American Standard Customized, Kenny Hill Ruck Model classical guitar, McElroy Irish acoustic guitar, Fender Twin, Englehardt upright bass, early 70's 5 piece Ludwig drum set. Extensive PA gear including QSC speakers and subwoofer, Mackie soundboard, lots of mics and a place to rehearse with all that gear.
