Federal Way School of Music

Teachers at Federal Way School of Music book their own appointments for lessons and are responsible for managing their own calendars. It is advised that you call the teacher directly to book your lessons. If you do not hear back from your prospective instructor within 24 hours please call the school at (253) 874-1004.

Steve Lynch (253) 737-5121

Steve Lynch is a graduate from the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles, California. He was a founding member of the group "Autograph" in the mid-80's and sold over 5 million records worldwide. He has written columns and appeared in Guitar World, Guitar for the Practicing Musician, Guitar Player and Musician magazines as well as international music magazines. He has written 3 books and has an instructional video displaying his double-handed playing technique. He has taught over 325 clinics on advanced guitar techniques in 18 countries and has 12 years experience teaching in the South King County area.

Brian Lake (206) 920-2833

Brian Lake has been a music educator in the Federal Way area for over 2 decades. He started teaching electric bass in 1983 and guitar in 1999.  Brian's personal commitment to private instruction for some 25 years certainly makes him a premier and highly sought after instructor. He has toured the world over with various different types of bands including the rock group Metal Church, and has tons of experience playing all styles of music. He currently plays guitar in the Country band The Diesel Confederacy and teaches full-time at the Federal Way School of Music.

	Jimm Boudreau (253) 394-3431

	Mike Gergich (253) 852-9324
Mike Gergich is a graduate of Western Washingto University majoring in music education. He is a member of the International Clarinet Association and attends their confereinces annually.  His experience includes being a former Navy musician, First Sgt of the 133d Army Band, and is a former band director.

	Kara Cooper (206) 919-9581
Kara Cooper brings over 12 years of experience teaching private piano instruction and holds a minor in Music Composition from Christian Heritage College.  Throughout her musical career she has participated in a variety of musical settings including church bands, accompaniment, early childhood education, and classical performance.

	Amy Weitz (253) 627-7355
Scheduling courtesy of Deborah Jimenez.

John Hargis (253) 273-3716

John Hargis is a graduate of Sonoma State University and holds a Certificate in Electronic Music Production from the Berklee College of Music.  He is a member of the Vic Firth Private Drum Teachers Program and has taught privately for over ten years.  His experience includes full-time instruction at ArtQuest Academy in the Bay Area, providing hands-on instruction in video and multimedia production at Santa Rosa High School.  John teaches at McLain Music in Gig Harbor and the Federal Way School of Music.