I’m so glad you’re here!
I’m Christine
I grew up playing music, but it wasn’t until I went to a bluegrass festival as a teenager that I “caught the bug”. Since then, I’ve had the joy of playing in many situations - from farmer’s markets to festival stages with my musical heroes, to square dances, and even band competitions where I was so nervous I could hardly stand!
Through all of it, my favorite musical moments are the ones where I feel like part of a greater whole. Music connects me to myself and others, and it brings endless beauty and compassion into my life. When things feel muddy in my mind, playing music with others shakes the cobwebs off of my heart and points me in the right direction. I hope to honor this gift and share it with others in any way that I can.
As they say in the bluegrass world…
Let’s pick!
Banjo & Guitar Lessons
in person in Sonoma County, CA or online via Zoom
*First lesson special now for a limited time: 30 minutes for $30!
Available offerings are listed below. Feel free to book a lesson now, schedule a 15 minute chat, or fill out a contact form if you have further questions.
Banjo lessons: beginning to advanced instruction on 3 finger (bluegrass) style banjo and beginning to intermediate instruction on clawhammer style banjo.
Guitar lessons: beginning to advanced instruction on rhythm and flat-picking bluegrass, country, and folk style guitar.
Other: Lessons in musicianship, singing, and songwriting also available.
Group Classes are held at the Folk Farm Music School in Sebastopol, CA.
Square Dance Calling
available by appointment, location may vary
To Book a Dance:
Please fill out a contact form with the following information
location, time, purpose of event
if you already have a band and sound system or not
if folks present will be familiar with square dancing or new (no experience necessary! all dances are taught ahead of time)
anything else you’d like to share
Get in Touch
Have questions or just want to say hey? Shoot me a note and I’ll get back to you soon.