Hello,
Thank you for visiting my page! I offer private and group lessons for Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin, Bass, Ukulele, Dobro, and Lap Steel. I pride myself in customizing every lesson to fit a student’s learning style and interests. Over the last decade, I’ve taught students at all skill levels and all ages, and I’m proud to have watched many of my students become skilled musicians and cultivate a lifelong appreciation for music.
I began studying music myself in formal classes at my high school, and after a couple of years of study, I was lucky enough to receive a full scholarship to the Hornby Island Blues Workshop in British Colombia. Studying Blues, Jazz, Americana, and Music Theory through my scholarship truly inspired me and set me on the path that I’m on today as a full-time musician and teacher. Over the years, I’ve been lucky enough to perform with many wonderful musicians in and out of the state of Alaska, while teaching many wonderful students during the week.
I teach Mondays through Fridays from my own private studio at Alaska Music and Sound. Feel free to contact me if you or your child is interested in learning an instrument! I’d love to chat about what you are looking for in an instructor, and to play music with you at the studio!
Thank You,
Forest Wilson
➤ LOCATION
1000 Ingra Street
Anchorage, Alaska
99501
☎ CONTACT
lessons@forestwilsonguitarist.com
(907) 354-1736
Information & FAQs:
Lesson & Payment Policies:
Lesson prices are $40 per half hour.
Lessons are held once a week at a reserved time, bi-weekly, or by appt.
Tuition is payable every month via electronic payment with a debit or credit card (3% fee for credit cards).
Any lessons canceled by your teacher will be credited to the upcoming month.
I will do my best to schedule a makeup appointment for absences, but these are not guaranteed. If a make up lesson is possible, it must happen within the month of the absence. However, if you miss your lesson, you missed your lesson.
Student’s are charged for missed lessons. There is no charge for emergencies or illness.
Is my child old enough to begin lessons?
I work with students as young as 5. Everyone
What do you teach?
I teach a wide variety of styles and techniques.
Sight Reading, Ear Training, Music Theory, Improvisation, Songwriting, Jazz, Blues, Bluegrass, Pop, Classical, Rock, Performance.
Check out my student Elliot performing “Misty” in a chord melody style below:
Below you can listen to one of my students perform an instrumental song. I had a blast helping him learn this one. Sounding great, Caleb! “Airplane Mode” by Cory Wong
Am I “too old” to learn an instrument?
No you are not! In my ten years of teaching, I have seen numerous adult students experience great success and develop a passion for playing music. Learning is a lifelong activity. Music lessons should be fun and empowering.
When and Where do you Teach?
Monday: 12:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 12:00 - 6:00 pm
Saturday: Monthly Jam Sessions
Sunday: Closed
Alaska Music and Sound
1000 Ingra Street
Anchorage, AK 99501
I also offer lessons via Zoom or Skype to students in the lower 48 and across the world. Feel free to ask about online lessons!