Mark Carter
About
Profile
As a 40 year working musician in Southern California, Mark Carter brings a wealth of experience and information to help his students create music on the guitar, while making each lesson a informative and joyful experience.
Mark taught Guitar lessons from 1985-2020 at Singer Music La Puente, CA
- Develops Lesson curriculum based on student skill level
- Builds rapport with students and family members
- Assists students with audition or performances
- Provides instruction to a variety of age and skill levels
Teaching Style
Teaching the fundamentals of Guitar playing including :
- Basic Chord Shapes
- Strumming patterns
- Reading Music
- Theory
- Soloing
- Scales & Arpeggios
- Popular Chord Progressions
Curriculum
Education
Mark studied privately with these legendary guitarists
Pat Kelley -Tony Rizzi-Jimmy Wyble-Tom Morrell-Joe Pass
Credentials & Affiliations
Besides instruction Mark has had a long career performing on stage with a variety artist including: Tom Scott-Al Jarreau-Dave Koz-David Foster-Tom Scott
Roger Williams-Glen Campbell-Engelbert Humperdink,
Mark also has 3 “Contemporary Jazz” CD’s currently on iTunes and streaming world wide:
It’s About Time -West Cost Groove-Smooth As Silk.
As of January 2022 Mark is enjoying chart success as the co-writer of the smooth jazz hit "Miles and Miles To Go" recorded by grammy winners Larry Carlton and Paul Brown on the Billboard Smooth Jazz charts.