Kurt Johnsen Music

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I teach guitar, bass, and ukulele. I teach all ages and styles. I've been teaching in Northwest Arkansas since 2009. I teach in peoples homes and some students come for lessons in my home. This leads to long term relationships. Many of my students have been taking lessons with me for years. My method is based on a healthy balance of learning and fun. I teach a lot of kids, so it has to be fun. I have developed a practical and intuitive method that mirrors my formal education (I have a music degree), performing experience, and a lifetime of playing guitar. I have seen the method work. Many of my young students have done well performing at school talent shows. Some of my more advanced students are working toward professional careers and have begun performing at local venues. I simply love teaching. I have many long term students. It's rewarding to see students develop solid skills and knowledge over time.

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15 years in business

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Christian B.

Nov 21, 2023

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I have been taking lessons with Kurt for a month now and I have already grown as a guitarist exponentially. He breaks everything down in an a way that is easy to understand and makes it fun at the same time. I could not have found a better teacher. He has so much experience and so much to teach. Not to mention that he also is jam packed with stories from working in the industry so long. Arrives on time and will work with you until the lesson is done and then some. All of this under a completely reasonable price tag. I cannot recommend him enough if you are looking to get into guitar. Thank you Kurt!!

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read music staff • Electric • Rock • Blues • Jazz • Classical • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Ken C.

Aug 30, 2024

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Kurt is a great instructor! He listened to you goals and helps create a plan to best teach his methods to his students. If you’re a beginner or aspiring to improve he can help guide you on your journey.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • 4+ yrs of formal training • Yes, can read music staff • What the teacher recommends • Rock • Blues • Country • Jazz • Folk • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Luis M.

Nov 6, 2022

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Kurt is a really really good teacher. I didn’t know where to start on blues and looking at videos and other places i looked, it looked impossible for me to learn it but thanks to Kurt he explains things step by step, he fully explains the lessons and he makes sure you understand it. Now everything is just so clear to me and he makes it fun and enjoyable to learn guitar. Highly recommend if you are experienced or a beginning guitar player like me !

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Blues • Jazz • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Brayden H.

Sep 13, 2023

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Kurt is a great teacher. He is patient and attentive. He has a lot of anecdotes and stories to share, all the while demonstrating a mastery of the guitar and a passion for teaching. On top of all of that, he shows up early and stays late and is very communicative. Kurt is fair, talented, and responsive. I'm not sure what else there is to look for!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Electric • Rock • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

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Shivtejas G.

Sep 12, 2021

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Kurt is very professional and experienced teacher. He'll make sure we are perfect in basics before going to advanced topics. Kurt values for time and money. He is flexible to change the schedule as per our convenience and it made us easy to change the timings to after school hours. He also extends class to teach lessons with different techniques. He responds to our messages quickly. We are the really happy to learn guitar from Kurt. I recommend him as professional teacher for beginner or experienced level learners.

Details: 6 - 9 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • What the teacher recommends • No, but the student is planning to purchase an instrument • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My rates are standard for the area that I work and are comparable with lessons at music stores and other places that offer music and instrument lessons.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I apply my method for teaching based on the individual. The challenge is to find a way to apply the method based on their individual interests and abilities. Finding a balance of learning and fun is the key for it to work in the long term.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a bachelors degree in music. I have worn many hats in the music industry. I have worked as a performer, sound engineer, stage manager, tour manager, and guitar tech.