{"product_id":"sep-10-oct-1-beginning-guitar-1-with-niall-ransford","title":"Sep 10 – Oct 1: Beginning Guitar 1 with Niall Ransford","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFour Thursdays, September 10, 17, 24, October 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e6:30pm – 7:30pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Dusty+Strings+Music+Store+%26+School\/@47.6497623,-122.3521913,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x5490150728af3449:0x27ab6e8d2dae7aff!8m2!3d47.6497623!4d-122.3496164!16s%2Fg%2F1tk1yr74?entry=ttu\u0026amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwNC4wIKXMDSoJLDEwMjExNDUzSAFQAw%3D%3D\"\u003eDusty Strings 3406 Fremont Ave N\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaximum Enrollment:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegistration \u0026amp; Refund Deadline:\u003c\/b\u003e Tuesday, September 8, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOver 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!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkills Needed:\u003c\/b\u003e For the total beginner – whether you have never picked up a guitar before or just know a few simple chords!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat to Bring:\u003c\/b\u003e 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/f200de-70.myshopify.com\/pages\/rentals\"\u003erental program\u003c\/a\u003e. Please call (206) 634-1662 or come to the shop between 10:30am – 6pm \u003cb\u003eat least a week before the first class\u003c\/b\u003e as rentals are subject to availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTeacher:\u003c\/b\u003e Niall Ransford is a passionate musician who has experience playing and teaching in many styles. After earning a bachelor’s 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNiall 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNiall is full of tips and tricks to help students learn quickly and overcome obstacles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: blue;\"\u003e*\u003ci\u003eMost classes and workshops are geared towards late-teens and adults. Younger learners will benefit most starting with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/f200de-70.myshopify.com\/collections\/private-lessons\"\u003eprivate lessons\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: blue;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you have any questions about group classes, or the school in general, don’t hesitate to contact us at (206) 634-1662 or \u003ca href=\"mailto:music@dustystrings.com\"\u003emusic@dustystrings.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"School","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53419427758380,"sku":"20260910RANSFORD","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/2481\/1820\/files\/2026Sep-BeginningGuitar1_2x3in.jpg?v=1783544481","url":"https:\/\/store.dustystrings.com\/products\/sep-10-oct-1-beginning-guitar-1-with-niall-ransford","provider":"Dusty Strings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}