Garrit Guadan is more than just a performer. He is also a prolific musician (can play 16+ instruments) and teacher. He has worked as a musical director and conductor. He is a skilled ventriloquist. He has taught courses in American Sign Language, and has worked as an ASL interpreter for the stage. He is, truly, a jack of all trades. Below is a list of services Garrit offers. If you are interested, please contact Garrit and he will give you rates (if not listed) and availability.
*For services marked with an asterisk, please note that Garrit is a member of AFM Local 802*
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Piano Instruction- A licensed piano teacher for 9 years, Garrit has taught students from the age of 5 to 30. He teaches beginner, intermediate, and advanced piano, and employs rigorous exercises to solidify proper technique and prime musicality. Garrit firmly believes that music is a language, and playing the piano is akin to writing poetry. Studying with Garrit will not only ensure long, healthy ability, but will also guarantee a fine understanding of playing with utmost beauty and passion. $75 an hour, $35 a half hour. Payment assistance available for those in need. Discount Actor's Equity Association Member Rate! $55/hour-Present Student ID/AEA Card at first lesson. Discount also applies to the Sister Unions and ASCAP.
**Garrit also gives lessons on Saxophone and Accordion. Contact him for rates.**

Accompanist*- Garrit is a skilled pianist, and has worked with Broadway actors and professional Voice Teachers as an Accompanist. Garrit has the ability to sight read any music you put in front of him, and in most cases transpose on sight (if necessary). Garrit has worked as an audition accompanist on several occasions, and his experience as a Musical Director has led him to be lead pianist for countless Musical productions. Garrit also has a unique understanding of what it takes to be an audition accompanist, as Garrit is also an actor and auditions himself! He is available as an audition accompanist and as a rehearsal pianist. Garrit is a member of the AFM Local 802, and rates for audition accompaniment and rehearsal accompaniment are in accordance with Union rates. Check out the AFM Rates page for more info.

Voice Instruction/Vocal Coachings- Garrit has a unique understanding of the human voice, and has a great passion for teaching individuals to bring out the best of their abilities. Teaching all genres of music (from classical repetoire to Musical Theatre), Garrit chooses pieces based on your interests and passions. He then incorporates various techniques to ensure your voice remains healthy and the best that it can sound. He has been called "The best voice teacher in New York" by his students, and students say his lessons are "Fun, informative, and very beneficial....after one lesson, you will notice a difference". Sessons are $75 an hour, $35 a half hour. Payment assistance available for those in need. Discount Actor's Equity Association Member Rate! $55/hour-Present AEA Card at first sesson. Discount also applies to the Sister Unions and ASCAP.

Composition- At the age of 10, Garrit composed his first piece of music for Piano. At the age of 12, he composed a three part Suite for Piano, which he orchestrated at the age of 14. At the age of 22 Garrit became an Award Winning Composer and member of ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers). His compositions range from Orchestral to Musical Theatre and Pop songs, and range in style from a twist on the Latin Beguine (Bolero De La Talones from Twist) to an Overture for A Christmas carol. He has completed a Choral series based on the poems of Lewis Carroll, and has been working on a Requiem for 2 years. Samples of his works can be heard on this web page, and you can always E-mail him for more. He is available for works for hire (singles, commercials, tv, film, theatre, etc.), and is always interested in longer term projects.

Musical Direction*- Godspell, Cabaret, The Pirates of Penzance, and Little Shop of Horrors are just a few of the shows Garrit has musically directed. Having founded the Gig Harbor Madrigal Singers and having worked with choirs, orchestras, and bands, Garrit has a unique and great ability to work with large ensembles both vocally and instrumentally. He has worked with ensembles as large as 30 adults and children, and ensembles as small as 9. In 2007 Garrit acted as Musical Director for the Drama Desk Nominated Twist (Outstanding Music). He has also acted as MD for the Award winning Center Stage Theatre Company. Garrit's working atmosphere is professional and fun, and he uses his knowledge of Musical Theatre to create an ultimate theatrical/musical experience.

ASL Interpretation- One of the great joys of theatre is being able to have anyone and everyone come to your production. In the Deaf Community, theatre is a joy that is not always accessible, as theatrical interpreters can be hard to find. Since 2003, Garrit has been working as an ASL interpreter for the stage, having interpreted productions of Beauty and the Beast, The Diary of Anne Frank, and was the resident interpreter for the Rainier Valley Ensemble Theatre in Seattle, Washington. He was the first and only student at the University of Puget Sound to take an American Sign Language fluency test and pass with 100% accuracy. Having a show interpreted can be a wonderful and beautiful experience for hearing and Deaf people alike. Contact Garrit for more information, including rates and availability.
*Garrit also works as a freelance interpreter, and offers ASL tutoring.*

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**Note that, for many services, payment assistance options are available for those in need. Garrit firmly believes that everyone should have the opportunity to study what they love. He will do all he can to make it work for you!