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Lancaster's Guitar/Bass Instruction Specialists Wayne Thompson
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Wayne Thompson -
Guitar, Bass, Vocal and Music Theory Instructor
Wayne Thompson is one of Lancaster's most respected guitar instructors . He works with aspiring guitarist
of all ages.
In addition to private teaching he has written an instructional
method, has worked with area schools in setting-up guitar programs
and conducts summer guitar camps.
Lancaster Sunday News article, May 20, 2001. WAYNE
THOMPSON PENS TUNES, TOME ON THE GUITAR. Wayne Thompson, 34 of Lancaster hopes to strike a chord
with his new book, Guitar Shop. A full-time guitar instructor at [local music store] in Lancaster, Thompson wrote his first
instructional book for the guitar, which he hopes will be published nationally soon. Thompson, who has played the guitar for
24 years, said the book will be a valuable teaching tool, since much of the inspiration for the book came from the more than 25
pupils he tutors. "The book was written through trial and error with the help of my students," Thompson said, "It's
very user friendly and comes with a CD that walks you through each lesson. There are also a number of play-a-long jams at
the end of the CD - very hip." Thompson said the book is for the beginning through intermediate guitar player, and is
printed locally by Brenneman Printing, Olde Homestead Lane. It is currently available at The Guitar Shop or on line.
Wayne Thompson started playing guitar when he was 9.
He studied with Geraldine Swink, an international classical guitar performer and a graduate of the Bryn Mawr Conservatory
of Music. He later studied Rock and Blues guitar with James Trostle, a Berklee graduate for 7 years. His study with Trostle
also included contemporary Jazz theory.
He began his fulltime career in music at age 22. He
has played with local and regional acts such as Plan B,Thompson & Fling, Dee Evans,Thompson & Company, Mike Bitts (Bassist of The Innocence Mission), Saucey, Steve H Project, The Groovebusters and currently a new incarnation of Plan B with Mark Showers (formerly with
The Sharks, Master Jam)
Tom Web (Dave Holt) and
Mike Bitts
(The Innocence Mission).
He has nearly 3000 paying jobs to his credit all over Pa, Maryland and New Jersey. He has worked the local theater circuit
and played in productions of "Grease", "Smokey Joe's Cafe", "Evita" and "Alice in Wonderland". As a songwriter he has been
successful working with local advertising agencies selling jingles and more recently scoring soundtracks for 81st Productions.
www.81ststreetproductions.com
CLICK HERE TO VIEW WAYNE THOMPSON'S LOCAL PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE.
Letters of Recommendation
1) Garden Spot School District
I have had the pleasure of knowing Wayne Thompson for approximately five years.
He has been a private teacher of both my son and myself. I have always found Wayne to be extremely professional, organized,
and responsible. Wayne was also instrumental in helping me institute a guitar program at my place of employment, Garden Spot
High School.
Wayne volunteered his time to give a guitar master class to the music students
and the staff at Garden Spot Middle and Senior High Schools. His enthusiasm and knowledge of subject matter would be an asset
to any guitar program.
(Signed)
Ena Marie Banks
Guitar Instructor/Choral Director
Garden Spot High School
354-1550
2) Conestoga Valley
School District
Elizabeth Carney
2/23/05
To Whom It May Concern:
It is with great pleasure that I recommend Wayne
Thompson for guitar instruction. Wayne is a conscientious, caring music educator
with many years of experience. He is able to give excellent guitar instruction to learners of all ages.
I first met Wayne
when we were both employed with [local music store] in Lancaster. Wayne
was very personable, and both colleagues and students had great respect for him. He was always very professional and dependable.
When I decided to incorporate guitar instruction
into the music curriculum at my high school, I arranged to take private lessons from Wayne.
It was then that I realized his ability as a music educator. He was familiar with an extensive repertoire of guitar music
that included many different genres. He was able to demonstrate musical concepts in a variety of different ways. His gift
and passion for teaching was demonstrated at every lesson.
Wayne
is the consummate professional. His positive attitude and caring demeanor are very refreshing. His students greatly benefit
from his instruction.
Sincerely,
[signed]
Elizabeth Carney
Music Teacher
Conestoga
Valley High School
2110 Horseshoe Road
Lancaster Pa
17601
(717) 397-5231
3) Manheim Township Middle School
Nov. 2nd, 2004
To Whom it May Concern,
Wayne Thompson has been my guitar teacher/guru/friend
since 1997. During this time I've gone from being a rudimentary guitar player (at best) to becoming a competent guitarist.
I credit Wayne for creating the learning environment that has helped me grow and thrive as a guitarist.
Creating this environment, this special
creative chemistry is not easy, and I should know. As a 7th grade teacher in the Manheim Township School District I'm
forever looking for ways to inspire students and "hit them where they live." Wayne's wide-ranging musical tastes and ability
to play in a variety of musical styles helps him find each student's sweet spot and thus pursue their own musical niche. He
is able to create a highly individualized and exciting plan for students of all ages, ability levels and genders.
Over the years I've recommended Wayne's
services to numerous students and even their parents. Many are still taking lessons from Wayne, years later. I know he's doing
something right.
Finally, let me unequivocally state my
strong recommendation for Wayne Thompson. He is an exceptional musician but, more importantly, an exceptional teacher. If
you have any questions or need more information, I will be happy to talk to you.
Sincerely,
(signed)
Frederick C. Sisk
Manheim Township School District
Landis Valley Project
717-560-3111
4) Manheim Township Educational Foundation
September 27, 2004
To Whom it May Concern,
Wayne Thompson is a fine musician with whom I had the pleasure of
coordinating an enrichment class a few summers ago for the Envisions Summer Enrichment Program. Wayne was organized and flexible
as he and I developed a format for a one-week beginning guitar workshop for students aged approximately 10-13.
I stopped in to observe the class during one of the sessions and
noticed that each student was enjoying the music instruction, was apparently making good progress and was developing a very
nice rapport with Wayne. The students were wishing that the workshop had been longer. Wayne had a relaxed manner
to which the students responded very positively.
The following summer, I was disappointed when Wayne's schedule did
not allow him to offer this workshop again for the Envisions program. I wish him well in his future endeavors.
Sincerely,
(Signed)
Julie Merrill
Executive Director (717) 3331776
Manheim Township Educational Foundation
5) Neffsville Mennonite Church
11/03/04
Greetings:
Wayne Thompson taught a group of eight students guitar as part of Neffsville
Mennonite Church’s Created to Praise summer day camp. The group met everyday
for 45 minutes. While the students ranged in age and ability, they were uniform in their appreciation of the guitar
class and of Mr. Thompson’s teaching. Without exception, each of them loved their time with him and looked forward
to it daily.
Darlene
Hein
Music
Director
Neffsville Mennonite Church
darlene@neffmc.org
6) School District of Lancaster
Lincoln Middle
School
L.I.F.E. After School/Summer Program
“Learning Is For Everyone”
January
19, 2005
Lillian Alicea
Site Coordinator
Lincoln Middle School
1001 Lehigh Avenue
Lancaster Pa. 17602
(717) 333-1976
To Whom It May Concern:
Wayne Thompson has worked for me in the L.I.F.E. After-School Program at Lincoln Middle School from 10/8/04 - 12/3/04.
Mr. Thompson has done wonderful work teaching the L.I.F.E. After-School Guitar Club. Mr. Thompson is accurate and attentive to details and genuinely cares about
our students. We at Lincoln Middle School L.I.F.E. After-school program
wish, Mr. Thompson continued success in his chosen field.
Sincerely,
Lillian
Alicea
Site
Coordinator
Lincoln Middle School
(Copies of letters are available upon request.)
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| WAYNE THOMPSON'S band PLAN B |
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| INTELLINGENCER JOURNAL OCTOBER 26TH 07 |
| WAYNE THOMPSON'S FORMER R&B BAND |
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| SAUCEY |
Saucey
Published: FLY MAGAZINE October 1999
Story: Cynthia
Hummel
Photo: Press Photo |
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When Wayne Thompson got tired of the acoustic guitar scene where he had been performing for
years, he telephoned a few old friends. A few calls later, he had a band.Thompson's friends are all veterans of the local
music scene. Drummer Tommy Leanza formerly performed with Rupadupa and other bands. Keyboardist Jim Trostle had played at
Strawberry Hill. Bassist Bob Frey came from the band South Street, while Elizabeth Kelly also worked locally. Since Frey's
schedule would not allow him to be at every show, a second bass player, Mike Bitts, also joined the band. And both bassists
may appear together at some shows.
"It's a really funky kind of bizarre mix," Thompson says of the band's music.Steely Dan was
a major influence on the band. Other influences range from Aretha Franklin, Van Morrison, Joan Osborn, and TLC. The band plays
cover tunes for now. Originals could be in their future. With Thompson serving as lead singer and guitarist, the band began
practicing in February. By September, the band had its first performances at McFly's and The Lancaster Dispensing Company.
These shows were not only the band's first shows, but also marked the first occasions that Trostle and his former student,
Thompson, played together in a bandÐsomething they had talked about for years.
The Lancaster-based band would like to put out a CD someday, explains the lead singer, but for
now, they are working on perfecting their act. "Right now, we just want to get through these first couple of jobs," says Thompson
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Available times for Guitar, Bass
Guitar, Voice and Music Theory lessons.
The following schedule
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