I bring passion, creativity, and connection to every note I play and every student I teach. My mission is to help others experience the same joy and inspiration that music has given me.
🎶 Private Guitar Instruction
Personalized 1:1 guitar lessons designed to meet each student where they are. Whether you’re learning your first chords or refining advanced technique, I’ll help you build confidence, develop your sound, and connect deeply with the music you play.
🎵 Group Songwriting Classes
Collaborative, creative sessions where students work together to write original songs. We explore lyric writing, melody creation, and musical arrangement — nurturing teamwork, creativity, and self-expression through the power of songwriting.
🎸 Live Performance & Session Work
Available for booking as a guitarist for live shows, weddings, orchestras, recording sessions, or special events. From intimate performances to arena stages, I bring professionalism, sensitivity, and artistry to every performance.
♟️ Chess Instruction
As a lifelong chess enthusiast and tournament player, I also offer 1:1 and group chess lessons. I’ve spent years studying and competing in high-level tournaments, earning dozens of victories and developing an undefeated record in blitz formats. One of the highlights of my chess journey was drawing against world #2 Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura, an experience that deepened my respect for the game’s depth and creativity.
As a chess instructor, I bring that same blend of focus, strategy, and enthusiasm to my students. Whether you’re just learning the moves or aiming to sharpen your competitive edge, my goal is to make chess both fun and intellectually rewarding—a space to build patience, problem-solving skills, and confidence one move at a time. My approach helps students sharpen focus, strategy, and patience — skills that translate beautifully into both music and life.
✨ Whether through music or chess, my goal is the same: to inspire growth, creativity, and confidence in others.
Contact me at: cwhiteberklee@gmail.com for more information.
Clayton White 