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Samuel McLain

Samuel McLain

Artist Teacher, Pop Guitar
Conservatory of Music

About

Samuel McLain is a professional guitarist and educator. His early guitar teachers include Bruce Hunter and Mike Sawitzke. He holds a Bachelor of Music and a Master of Music degree in Classical Guitar Performance from the University of Redlands where he studied under the tutelage of Stuart Green. Samuel performs regularly throughout California as a soloist and Flamenco dance accompanist. In addition to being an active performer, Samuel maintains a thriving private studio and teaches guitar at San Jacinto Valley Academy.

Education

  • B.M., M.M., University of Redlands

Areas of Expertise

  • Classical Guitar Literature and Pedagogy
  • Flamenco Guitar (Solo and Dance Accompaniment)
  • Pop Guitar