Shane Welker

Shane Welker is a recent graduate from the University of Florida with a degree in Family, Youth, and Community Sciences. He has worked extensively with youth through national nonprofit organizations and locally through volunteering at Lincoln Middle School. He currently lends his musical talents to the worship ensemble at First Assembly Church of God in Gainesville.

To his established private music teaching experience, Shane brings more than 9 years of guitar performance experience. This includes solo acoustic music, bands and church groups, and playing styles from fingerpicking to hard rock. Shane admires the way music theory is structured and strives to emphasize the importance of theory and good technique to every student. He encourages all students to know what styles they like and to play what they enjoy. A former student of Shane's says, "I admired his style of playing and his constant positive attitude. He taught me a lot about specific points of theory." A mentor says of his work with the youth ministry, "Shane has always done a wonderful job in every capacity."

The Kaley School is delighted to offer Shane's upbeat and inspiring lessons in acoustic and electric guitar, Levels 1-2.