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FLOYD KUNZ

I received my first guitar at the ripe old age of 12. It was a Kay that my parents got for saving stamps from the gas station across the street. I’ve still got that guitar and thus began my love affair. Through the years, I’ve come to understand how instruments work, why they each have their own voice when constructed with different woods, and occasionally I even play them! I have a nice collection of instruments, both old and new. (What can I say? They keep following me home! I just can’t turn them away.) It seems like we are forever recording the next CD or song. But, you know we wouldn’t have it any other way.
If by chance you want to change the subject from guitars and music, I’ve been known to log a few miles on the saddle of a Harley. Music, Motorcycles and Mamas! It just doesn’t get any better than that!
That’s enough about me, and if you’ve made it this far, thanks for reading! I hope your experience with us is a great one. We want to be your web store! If you’re in the area, stop by, we’ve always got something goin’ on!
Thanks Again!
Floyd

JON DANSIE

Jon has been playing guitar for over 38 years. He is a published songwriter and a member of ASCAP. Jon is a full-time musician, guitar instructor, and owner of Starchild Music Productions, a company specializing in the production of music and the performing arts. Jon has his own band "The Jon Dansie Band" and enjoys touring and performing on stage. He was recently nominated for "Best of State Utah, 2006" in the Arts & Entertainment - Performing Arts - Individual Instrumentalist category. Also, he was selected as “Sexy in SLC” in October of 2006.
He has been teaching guitar for over 28 years. Jon works to individualize his teaching style and approach to each student so they may reach their full potential. Jon truly believes that music can help a person to overcome many of life's challenges. He welcomes students of any age and playing ability. Jon teaches Monday through Saturday at The Acoustic Musician - 9437 Union Square, Sandy, UT during regular business hours. Please contact Jon at the store, or at (801) 232-3525 for information on scheduling and tuition fees.
"Changing the World One Great Musician at a Time"...Jon Dansie "axemanjon"

JAKE WORKMAN

Jake Workman is a 20 year old multi-instrumentalist, born and raised in Draper, Utah. Jake began playing the guitar at the age of 13. He was inspired primarily by classic rock n’ roll such as The Beatles, Journey, and Boston. When he later picked up the banjo and mandolin, he was sold on bluegrass music immediately. He is currently studying jazz guitar in the University of Utah music program, and recently won the title “King of Blues” for the state of Utah. Jake has won the Utah State Instrument competition in guitar, banjo and mandolin. He also adds winning the guitar championships at the National Rockygrass and Grand Targhee Festivals to his list of accomplishments. Jake plays with the bands Jagertown, Cold Creek and Hammerdown. Jake teaches guitar, banjo, mandolin and music theory. Please contact Jake at the store, or at (801)245-9699 for information on scheduling and tuition.

SHERYLANNE HORMAN

Music... what can you say, there is never enough. At the age of 8, I started playing the piano. While playing and learning songs, I also started singing. After a while I would try and play the songs I heard on the radio on the piano. At the age of 11 I started playing the guitar. Through Jr. High and High School I took music classes constantly. In 1996 I started playing Banjo, 2002 took First place in the Heritage Old-Time Fiddle Contest, 2003, took First Place on Banjo at the Founders Title Folk and Bluegrass Festival. March 2005 I started writing my own music by Dec 2005 I made my first CD, 2006 I started teaching Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin. Music touches our lives in so many different ways, and has had such a positive influence on my life. I want to share that experience with others through teaching.

KLAUS SCHULZKE

Klaus has always loved music -- He began listening to all types as a youngster. He started playing in 1967 and picked up the banjo in 1984 when playing with the "No Name Band". According to Klaus, "Everyone in the No Name Band played guitar, I wanted to play something else. At times I even played the mouth harp to put out that extra sound".
Another love of Klaus's is working on instruments. He is one of the best repair and set-up guys around. Klaus is one of the store's luthiers. In 2007 Klaus became Fender-certified in Acoustic Guitars, Electric Guitars, and Amplifiers.
Klause plays guitar, mandolin, banjo, bass, and numerous other instruments. When requests come in, Klause teaches Claw Hammer Banjo. He likes tomatoes, too.