GEOFFREY KLOK


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Geoffrey Klok



Professional Musician



About Mr. klok





EDUCATION



Musically inclined from a young age, Mr. Klok formalized his training in the classical guitar at the University of Puget Sound. Though in the lineage of such masters as Christopher Parkening and Julian Bream, his tastes have expanded to encompass jazz, rock, folk, and everything in between. For over 20 years he has educated the next generation in guitar, bass, ukelele, and mandolin, emphasizing music theory and songwriting.



PERFORMANCE



From humble beginnings in noisy cafes to even noisier clubs and concert halls, Mr Klok is a seasoned 25-year veteran of solo and ensemble playing. He can be found year-round performing a wide variety of venues and special events and recording as a session musician for colleagues and professionals.



ONly the best



Mr. Klok's emotive performance makes him an essential feature of all the finest occasions. His versatility makes him the first choice in education for musicians young to mature, beginners to masters; enjoyable and rewarding with a healthy dose of humor and patience.



SELECTED AUDIO





MADRONOS



A lively piece composed by F.M. Torroba for the master Segovia. Brilliantly utilizes the dynamic range of the guitar.



Nightclub, 1960



From the suite "Histoire du Tango" by Astor Piazzola. A brooding, fiery, and darker movement performed by flutist Kristin Kunzelman and Geoffrey Klok.



Bordel, 1900



From the suite "Histoire du Tango" by Astor Piazzola. A bright and dynamic piece performed by flutist Kristin Kunzelman, accompanied on guitar by Geoffrey Klok.



Jeff Ross - Autumn



From the album "Immunity". A song about finding the right person. Featuring Geoffrey Klok on lead acoustic guitar.



Symbion Project - Such Letting Go Is Love (feat Geoffrey Klok)



From the recently released album "Arcadian". A first collaboration with the long-time electronic composer and producer. Featuring Geoffrey Klok on classical, acoustic, and 12-string guitar.



RECUERDOS DE LA ALHAMBRA



F. Tarrega's ode to a bygone age. A musical portrait of the palace in Granada, Spain, that utilizes the fluttering sound of the tremolo.



PRELUDE BWV 999



A brief yet complex composition by J.S. Bach.

Originally written for the lute-harpsichord, arranged here for the guitar in D minor.



TORIJA



A dignified yet langourous elegy by F.M. Torroba. From his suite "Castles of Spain" composed in 1970.



SELECTED VIDEO





Geoffrey Klok - Sleep On





An original composition about coping with the anxieties of life.



Geoffrey Klok - Do You Remember





A nostalgic and melancholy piece about memories. The debut performance of an original composition.



Granados - Dedicatoria





A tranquil song called to mind while immersed in the beauty of nature.



"Geoffrey is one of my favorite people and also one of my favorite vendors to work with. I am in the wedding industry and I frequently refer Geoffrey to my many couples for ceremony music. I highly recommend Geoffrey for any of your guitar needs. Whether it's a wedding ceremony or some other event, Geoffrey will bring a magical touch to your day with his beautiful guitar playing."



Elaine Way, Wedding Officiant

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"Geoffrey Klok is a very kind and down-to-earth person who is very easy to get along with. His lessons consist of the proper amount of education and humor. I personally always look forward to them because they are very enjoyable. I always learn something new and useful. Geoffrey is an excellent teacher who truly cares about his students."



Charlie, 14 years of age




"The most inspiring and insightful person I have ever met. Never have I met someone with such vast amounts of passion and knowledge to offer at lessons, driving his students to reach their full potential."



Mairin, 16 years of age



"In the time I've known and musically collaborated with Geoffrey, I've been most struck by his talent and musicianship, his attention to perfecting his craft, and his ability to use his instrument to create emotional performances. The music we've created together is some of the most unique I've made and his classical guitar performances are stand-out moments for me."



Kasson Crooker, Songwriter, producer, audio technologist, video game developer (Harmonix, Microsoft, Symbion Project)

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"As an older beginner, I find Geoffrey is just what I'm looking for in a teacher. He is very flexible and patient in his approach, introducing music from styles I would not have discovered on my own, and tempering my desire to achieve immediate mastery with the fundamentals necessary to actually make progress."



Al Vazquez, Financial adviser



"What I appreciate about Geoffrey as a teacher is that he's flexible in how he works on what I'm most interested in learning. I also find it reassuring that he is capable of instructing me in music theory."



Laura, 17 years of age





For Booking or lessons:



253.732.3622
gaklok@yahoo.com