Jan 8 - 29: Beginning Guitar 1 with Niall Ransford

Four Thursdays, January 8, 15, 22, 29

6:30pm – 7:30pm

Dusty Strings 3406 Fremont Ave N

Maximum Enrollment: 10

Registration & Refund Deadline: Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Over the course of four weeks, you’ll learn at least three basic chords and strum patterns used throughout popular music from folk to rock. You’ll develop good practice habits and a strong foundation for playing guitar with ease so you can enjoy your instrument for years to come!

Skills Needed: For the total beginner – whether you have never picked up a guitar before or just know a few simple chords!

What to Bring: Please bring a working, six-string guitar, tuner, music stand, and a device for recording and/or taking video. Need to rent a guitar? Dusty Strings has an affordable rental program. Please call (206) 634-1662 or come to the shop between 10:30am – 6pm as rentals are subject to availability.

Teacher: Niall Ransford is a passionate musician who has experience playing and teaching in many styles. After earning a bachelor degree in music performance and composition at Bard College and winning the prestigious Presser Award, Niall began his music career playing as a soloist across the Seattle area.

Niall has been teaching guitar and music for more than 5 years, both privately and in the classroom. He began teaching at a non-profit in Salt Lake City that aimed to expand music education to under-resourced communities. Niall also worked as a paraeducator, helping students with different educational needs in public schools. He understands first-hand the potential for music to impact lives and works to expand music education in whatever way he can.

Niall is full of tips and tricks to help students learn quickly and overcome obstacles.

*Most classes and workshops are geared towards late-teens and adults. Younger learners will benefit most starting with private lessons.

If you have any questions about group classes, or the school in general, don’t hesitate to contact us at (206) 634-1662 or music@dustystrings.com.