Instructors
Strings & Things Music's thriving lesson program offers a wealth of resources to meet your musical goals! As an engaged, active part of the thriving central New Hampshire music scene we prioritize passing on our collective love of music and expertise in performance to anyone ready to continue their musical journey with professional instruction.
With a full roster of experienced, pedigreed instructors & 15 lesson rooms we proudly accommodate hundreds of students per week on almost 2 dozen different instruments. Many of our instructors offer recitals and other extra-curricular events. Our students have participated and placed in all-state competitions, and regularly go on to collegiate studies in music. Other students pick up an instrument for the first time in early childhood or in retirement, looking to enjoy the joyful benefits of having more music in their lives.
Our rates are also the most competitive in the area for a music instruction program of our caliber and tenure. We don't want cost or administrative fees to be prohibitive to your ability to connect with a teacher and learn music. Our rates are NOT tuition-based, payment is made monthly, not seasonally, and payments are made directly to the instructor. Lessons are just $30 per half hour, and your lesson time is the same each week. You can REGISTER FOR LESSONS NOW here on our site, or contact us for more info. We hope to see you soon, and to make music together for a long time!
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Mike BilodeauMike Bilodeau, as the owner of Strings & Things Music, is the store's longest tenured instructor. He has been a part of many bands in various genres throughout the years. He is currently not taking any new students at the moment. |
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Andrew GrosvenorAndrew Grosvenor is a piano player and songwriter with many years of experience playing professionally in a variety of styles. Andrew teaches all levels of piano as well as jazz and rock improvisation. He also serves as keyboardist and bandleader of the up and coming regional band “Andrew North & the Rangers" Andrew currently has openings for lessons on Tuesdays from 2-5 |
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Randy Arrant
is a seasoned musician with a distinguished career in the music industry. He has shared the stage with renowned artists like Derrick Trucks, Reba McEntire, and Brantley Gilbert. Randy has collaborated with various artists like The Vidalias, Indigo Girls, and Jeep Hook, and has contributed to multiple albums, showcasing his versatility and talent.
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Mike GallantMikey G has been an instructor at Strings & Things Music since the '90's. He is one of NH's busiest musicians, playing solo acoustic shows and rock/blues concerts with his band, Train Wreck. |
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Joe GattusoJoe Gattuso is one of the most revered guitarists in northern New England. For decades Joe has been an integral part of Strings & Things Music's guitar lesson program as well as being the lead guitarist for the Boston band, Night Shift. |
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Jim Herrick As well as being a piano teacher for over 40 years, Strings & Things Music's Jim Herrick is also a registered piano technician. |
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Matt Jensen New Hampshire based guitarist, Matt Jensen, has been performing professionally with bands of varying styles for almost 20 years. Noted for his cross-genre versatility in both rhythm and lead roles, he has appeared on some of live music's biggest stages, collaborating with many of New England's most popular bands and sharing the stage with names such as Willie Nelson, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Zac Brown, Lee Brice, Charlie Daniels and more. In addition to his live performances, he works as a producer and session player who has made his mark on countless records and projects. These days, he spends most of his time touring with Celtic powerhouse "The Jordan TW Trio" and working with guitar students at Strings and Things Music in Concord, NH. |
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Austin Pratt Austin is a vocalist/multi instrumentalist (Guitar, Ukulele, and Piano) who has studied over at Plymouth State Univetsity in Vocal Performance and Pedigogy. Before college Austin was in countless jazz and classical competitions around New England, Was involved in many theater productions, and played out as much as possible! Now, he goes by the stage name of "LU" and travels all over New England playing all styles of music as a "One Man Band". Not only does he play put but he also writes and produces his own music. Austin has over 40 songs on Spotify and Itunes and continues to write tons of music. Austin is a great person to work with and will motivate you to want to pick up an instrument. Not only does he love music but fishing, hiking, video games, and loves his movies! Ask him about Boris Karloff too. They're related! |
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Ray Lassonde30 years performance experience throughout New England; freelance performance and recording experience with many regionally well-known jazz, blues, rock, folk and country artists and bands; Worship Team at Grace Capital Church for many years; composer for many children’s songs. |
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Eric LindbergEric is a singer, multi-instrumentalist and composer. He teaches guitar, bass and songwriting. He plays blues, funk, Americana and more. You can see him playing solo, duo or with a full band. |
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Madi Pineau Madi is a voice and piano teacher. She studied Music Education with an emphasis in voice at Plymouth State University. She has toured across New England, Washington D.C. and South Korea with the PSU Chamber Choir. |
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Carleton PageMandolin, banjo and guitar instructor Carleton Page works full-time at Strings & Things Music, and has been with us for 15 years. When he's not teaching, Carleton is busy playing, recording and composing for many local groups. |
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Paul DonahuePaul Donahue is the head of Strings & Things Music's drum lesson program. He has been teaching for two decades, and has toured the east coast as a performer while opening for many famous national acts.
Paul is on sabbatical leave. And isn’t taking any new students at the moment. |
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Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki
Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki is one of New England's busiest live and studio fiddlers. He has been on national tours with Adam Ezra Group and Finnegan's Farewell, and has been an instructor at Strings & Things Music since 2011. |