Just because someone can play guitar, doesn’t mean they can teach it! Our instructors are seasoned professionals in both teaching and playing, so you can be sure that your experience will be informative and enriching. Learn more about our instructors below. When you're ready to begin your musical journey with Guitar Works, give us a call at 847-475-0855 or complete the Lesson Request Form at the bottom of the page. We'll be happy to hear from you!
MARSHALL DAWSON
Music Instruction Guitar, Ukulele, Bass
Marshall has a bachelor’s degree in music composition. He started playing the ukulele when he could sit up, drums at age 7, guitar at 13, and bass at 17. He has played these instruments in bands of widely varying quality since 1983, and has taught guitar, bass and ukulele at Guitar Works, Ltd. since 1995.
Music Instruction Guitar, Ukulele, Bass
Marshall has a bachelor’s degree in music composition. He started playing the ukulele when he could sit up, drums at age 7, guitar at 13, and bass at 17. He has played these instruments in bands of widely varying quality since 1983, and has taught guitar, bass and ukulele at Guitar Works, Ltd. since 1995.
PAT FLEMING
Guitar Instruction
Guitarist and composer Pat Fleming has embraced many types of music, making him well-versed in Folk, Balkan, Jazz, Blues and Rock genres.
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Guitar Instruction
Guitarist and composer Pat Fleming has embraced many types of music, making him well-versed in Folk, Balkan, Jazz, Blues and Rock genres.
Additional bio info HERE.
GUS FRIEDLANDER
Music Instruction Banjo, Mandolin, Flatpicking Guitar
Our resident Folk instructor, Gus has over 40 years’ experience as a professional musician and has been teaching music full-time since 1989. He teaches guitar, mandolin, and banjo, and specializes in bluegrass, Celtic music, and traditional jazz.
Music Instruction Banjo, Mandolin, Flatpicking Guitar
Our resident Folk instructor, Gus has over 40 years’ experience as a professional musician and has been teaching music full-time since 1989. He teaches guitar, mandolin, and banjo, and specializes in bluegrass, Celtic music, and traditional jazz.
DAN POLONSKY
Music Instruction Guitar, Bass, Ukulele
Dan became interested in bass as a teenager and played bass and guitar in bands throughout high school. As an adult, he learned to play the accordion, which haunts him to this day. He has played, toured, and recorded with many Chicago bands since 1992, and has worked at Guitar Works since 1994, where he continues to teach guitar, bass, and ukulele. Dan is exploring his new interest in the theremin, which has been entertaining his neighbors and cats for some time.
Music Instruction Guitar, Bass, Ukulele
Dan became interested in bass as a teenager and played bass and guitar in bands throughout high school. As an adult, he learned to play the accordion, which haunts him to this day. He has played, toured, and recorded with many Chicago bands since 1992, and has worked at Guitar Works since 1994, where he continues to teach guitar, bass, and ukulele. Dan is exploring his new interest in the theremin, which has been entertaining his neighbors and cats for some time.
ANDREW CREECH
Music Instruction Piano, Keyboard
Andrew began studying piano at age five and has played professionally since age fifteen. He received his bachelor's degree in Flute Performance from The University of Alabama in Huntsville in 2019 and is an active performer, teacher, and composer. Andrew specializes in classical, but he loves all genres of music and is proud to be part of the Chicago area jazz and bluegrass communities.
Music Instruction Piano, Keyboard
Andrew began studying piano at age five and has played professionally since age fifteen. He received his bachelor's degree in Flute Performance from The University of Alabama in Huntsville in 2019 and is an active performer, teacher, and composer. Andrew specializes in classical, but he loves all genres of music and is proud to be part of the Chicago area jazz and bluegrass communities.
JUSTIN SMITH
Guitar Instruction
Justin has over 10 years of guitar experience and is skilled in rock, blues, pop, classical, metal and Spanish guitar. He enjoys performing live and currently plays with several local bands. Justin is also an avid composer and enjoys writing and recording his own music.
JOSH SPERGER
Guitar Instruction
Josh holds a BA in Music Performance from Columbia College Chicago and is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in guitar and saxophone. At Columbia, Josh worked as a music theory tutor for students struggling with arranging and ear training. Josh has performed in the Chicago and Fox Valley music scenes for the past twelve years. He is an avid composer and finds the avenue of music instruction very rewarding.
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- 709 Main Street
- Evanston, IL 60202
- 847-475-0855
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- Tues, Wed, Fri: 12pm-6pm
- Sat: 11am-6pm
- Closed Sundays, major national holidays