Employment

Danman’s Music School since 2023

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Teaching Experience

Over 20 years of experience teaching students of all levels and ages. Tommy tailors his lessons to each student’s goals—whether it’s learning how to strum their first chord or diving into advanced jazz theory.

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Performing Experience

25+ years of live performance, including touring with soul legend Al Green, performing with Addie Hamilton and Pilot Touhill, and appearing regularly across Southern California. Tommy is also the host and producer of the Guitar Gods Power Hour on KX FM 104.7 in Laguna Beach.

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Education

Graduate of The Players School of Music (Tampa, FL)
Graduate of Musicians Institute (Hollywood, CA)

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Instruments Taught

• Electric Guitar

• Acoustic Guitar

• Bass

• Music Theory

• Jazz Harmony

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Music Style

Jazz, Rock, Classical, Funk, Fusion

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Areas of Expertise

• Improvisation

• Music Theory

• Jazz Harmony

• Technique Development

• Performance Skills

• Recording Prep

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Short-Term Goals

To continue expanding his performance repertoire and help students grow their confidence on stage.

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Long-Term Goals

Achieve complete mastery of his instrument and help shape the next generation of versatile musicians.

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Bands/Projects

• Addie Hamilton

• Pilot Touhill

• Guitar Gods Power Hour (Radio Host, KX FM)

Fun Facts

Tommy started playing violin at age 7 in youth orchestra and now—outside of music—loves to roller skate!

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Links

🌐 www.tommybensonguitar.com
📸 Instagram: @tommybensonjazzguitar