San Diego Guitar Lessons

Pitch loves teaching guitar because it is the most versatile and portable instrument out there, which gives us insight as to why it has become the most popular instrument to play in the whole world! From learning how to play guitar to accompany yourself all the way to become a rock star guitarist, Pitch can help you achieve your guitar playing goals.

For those who are completely new to guitar and looking for some online help . I have put together a section dedicated guitar resources, filled with buying guides, lessons, etc. to aide you on your journey. After looking over the page if you still have questions feel free to email me and I will be glad to help you.

Pitch also offers San Diego Piano Lessons, San Diego Voice Lessons.

San Diego Music Lessons

Pitch has been playing guitar since he was 10 years old. Don’t assume you are too young or too old, never be discouraged from learning music. Contact Pitch to set up a first session. If for some reason you and Pitch are not a good fit, Pitch will gladly refer you to a list of top notch instructors he knows from all over San Diego and, for that matter, all over the country.

Lesson scheduling and length can be arranged on a student-by-student basis and cost depends on location.

To set up a first music lesson and for more information, please email pitchmichael@gmail.com

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Episode 6 – Guns, The Second Amendment, Education, Impeachment, Legislator Accountability, Don’t Do Drugs

by Pitch Michael | Feb 7, 2023 | Adam N' Pitch Podcast

Episode 6 – Guns, The Second Amendment, Education, Impeachment, Legislator Accountability, Don’t Do Drugs

Adam ‘N Pitch Podcast

Another banger of an episode! Adam and Pitch discuss current events around firearm laws and rule changes the ATF has announced. They also talk about the value of educating youth on firearms and drugs (awareness, danger, and safety). We’d love to hear your comments and feedback!

0:04 – Adam starts off energetic (with a little bit of Wookie)
0:28 – Continuing with his enthusiasm, Adam comments on the current live commentating podcast and explains the act of commentating in his comments.
0:54 – Adam goes over his day… he’s a bit tired from it all, please excuse his need to vent.
1:23 – Landing Pages, use snippets to rapidly build repetitive projects…
2:35 – Adam fixes Pitch’s car!
4:32 – We don’t use notes… yet…
4:44 – Adam suggests they use discussion notes or have discussion goals.
5:37 – Adam has something on his mind… no filters! Adam brings up some firearm related issues that California is instituting in law.
6:53 – The new law prohibits Gun Ranges from promoting firearm safety classes to families or to anyone that is under 18.
8:59 – The ATF just released a rewording of existing rules and makes millions of pistol owners Felons over night!
18:17 – Pitch calls Adam out for his distrust in the current Government, and Adam explains himself.
19:44 – Do you need a gun???
20:38 – Guns are tools, you need to learn how to use them. The fear of guns comes from lack of knowledge about guns.
23:00 – Some form of safeguard to stop a threat is a good reason to carry a gun, or to have a gun for hunting.
23:57 – Firearms have been referred to as the great equalizer in self defense.
24:48 – Being mentally ready and trained to use it, if you have it. If you carry for self defense, you absolutely should be trained to use the firearm.
27:37 – Actual training with a firearm and self defense.
28:55 – Guns are the most feminist friendly equalizer!
32:23 – You shouldn’t have to be forced to take a firearm safety course to own a firearm, or to carry one. But you should get training, but you should not be forced to get training by the government.
32:59 – They used to teach firearm courses to public school students, just a few decades ago! They should bring these programs back.
35:16 – The Education system should be teaching the Bill of Rights, and encouraging students to embrace their constitutional rights, like the Second Amendment.
36:46 – Public schools aren’t teaching trade skills like they used to. They’re more into molding students rather than educating them.
40:45 – Adam discusses what could happen to people who don’t comply with the recent pistol brace rule update.
43:34 – Adam suggests Impeachment. If legislators sign a bad law, they should get fired or automatically impeached.
51:15 – “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” – 2 Chronicles 7:14
54:24 – Living under excessive rules.
1:01 – Pitch shares how being educated on the dangers of certain substances, at a young age, is a good way to empower a young person to resist substances and other bad choices.
1:06 – Shocking outro…

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Episode 5 – Habinero Suavé, Singing Dogs, Saints vs Sinners, ChatGPT, Careers, Links & Plugs

by Pitch Michael | Feb 7, 2023 | Adam N' Pitch Podcast

Episode 5 – Habinero Suavé, Singing Dogs, Saints vs Sinners, ChatGPT, Careers, Links & Plugs

Adam ‘N Pitch Podcast

Adam and Pitch self sponsor this show and it’s another whirlwind of chatter! We discuss Saints vs Sinners, ChatGPT, Careers, and more as we do what we do!

1:06 – This episode is brought to you by ICE!
1:57 – Habinero Suavé and audibly trade marking something.
2:29 – Pitch’s vocal pup… is she learning to sing?
4:03 – Furbabies, kids, and real kids.
5:44 – The “Adam N’ Pitch” jingle
7:25 – Trying to keep the Podcast family friendly
7:44 – Why we made the Podcast, and a disclaimer… We’re just talking.
8:55 – “Technically” we’re all evil, but for the grace of God… Saints vs Sinners.
10:56 – We having church up in hear, where to or more are gathered!
11:45 – When you get sick, even if you don’t believe in sickness…
12:36 – Taking care of your elders, and their estates. Storms, leaky roofs, and being a lumberjack.
17:00 – Pond liners on roof tops to protect from rains.
18:32 – Adam is judgmental.
18:44 – A warning from Pitch, it’s gonna get real.
19:00 – Adam and Pitch talk about the launch: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, adamnstuff.com and pitchmichael.com.
20:13 – Delete? No. We are literally this unplanned. Just making things up as we go… but thank you for listening!
20:29 – We talk about tea, and water temperature…
21:11 – We made our logo for Adam N’ Pitch
21:27 – Adam’s brand, adamnstuff.com. There are articles and audio versions of those articles per Pitch’s advice.
22:34 – It’s neat to make stuff: blogs, podcasts, recording, and creating stuff with AI like ChatGPT.
23:55 – Google’s AI engine is countering content from openAI to filter results between human created content vs AI writing content.
25:05 – More talk about ChatGPT and using it to code.
29:08 – Adam uses AI to make a Podcast cover with 2 different photos, one of Pitch, and one of Adam… The results were unexpected.
29:56 – Pitch needs a new picture… We talk about photography and pricing.
31:57 – Freelancing and Adam’s career path… You get to know it all folks!
40:24 – God answers prayers. Adam talks about praying for a new job.
41:13 – Pitch and Adam talk about the Pitch Michael Studio, even how Pitch built and isolation room to record in!
42:50 – Pitch does make radio jingles, for radio stations and the like. Hire him for your next jingle gig.
43:41 – Making websites and WordPress Administrating… Need a Website? Adam makes Websites! kruegerdesigns.com
48:19 – We start plugging our sites and services…
49:39 – Outro with some “click-bate”!

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Episode 4 – Gamer Dads, Big Family, Pizza Robots, and Recording Gear

by Pitch Michael | Jan 25, 2023 | Adam N' Pitch Podcast

Episode 4 – Gamer Dads, Big Family, Pizza Robots, and Recording Gear

Adam ‘N Pitch Podcast

In this podcast episode Adam and Pitch pickup where they left us last time. We talk about Dads, video games, the giant family of Jacob, Pizza robots, and recording gear. Thank you so much for listening!

00:18 – You need a place/shop/studio to DIY…
05:36 – Let’s talk about fun stuff, video games.
06:21 – Nintendo Land’s Mario Chase
08:13 – When your kids get better at games than you…
09:15 – Dad, the mythical creature…
09:44 – Adam plays Fortnite.
11:32 – More about being a Dad.
12:11 – Adam on family planning with God.
12:49 – Big families in the Bible.
13:29 – Joseph and his brothers grew into one of the biggest families to the point where Egypt was threatened they would be outnumbered by Joseph’s family, Israel. Egypt strategized the only way to control them, and not be overtaken by Israel, was to enslave them. Big families threaten institutions.
15:32 – Stats for children who are born out of wedlock. Interesting read: Fatherlessness and Its Effects on American Society
18:21 – Adam and Pitch revisit one of Pitch’s ventures, a Pizza shop, and talk about Pitch’s involvement with the business.
21:59 – Would a pizza hand-tossing robot put a New York style hand-toss pizza place out of business?
25:05 – Pitch’s brother is the pizza guru, gamer, and future guest?
25:53 – Gear talk/rambling…
28:22 – Stress, and what causes it for Adam.
29:09 – Crossing the finish line.
30:50 – For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7)

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Episode 3 – Christmas, Energy Drinks, Pitch, Guitar Pedals, and Do-it-yourself

by Pitch Michael | Jan 25, 2023 | Adam N' Pitch Podcast

Episode 3 – Christmas, Energy Drinks, Pitch, Guitar Pedals, and Do-it-yourself

Adam ‘N Pitch Podcast

It’s a new year and Adam N’ Pitch are back at it with their 3rd episode! They’re all over the place talking about energy drinks, pizza, business, Pitch, guitar effects, music lessons, and other stuff. Thank you for hanging out with us!

01:08 – It’s Christmas season!
01:21 – Pitch is a really good singer.
01:29 – Can’t tell if I’m being truthful or sarcastic…
04:49 – Energy drinks
07:23 – Coffee had too much acidity for Adam.
08:22 – San Diego has the best burritos!
10:01 – Diet drinks can contain Aspartame
11:04 – Then Bangs came out…
11:52 – Pitch thought Adam stopped energy drinks???
12:47 – Adam stopped because of the cost.
14:25 – I don’t think people think about what they put into their body…
15:05 – Everyone has a different lifestyle and budget.
15:17 – Adam talks about working remotely.
16:58 – Pitch’s work situation.
17:35 – Book Pitch today as a music performer for event or business!
17:54 – Pitch teaches music lessons to all ages, learn to sing and/or play and instrument!
18:01 – You can even record at Pitch’s studio!
18:55 – Pitch got his music degree from the best, Berklee College of Music
20:39 – A lot of people in the music industry move into different fields eventually
22:36 – Online teaching has a big audience, could be a good direction for music educators
23:29 – Why we’re making a podcast, diversifying our skill sets and interests.
27:05 – Pitch doesn’t want to DIY, but Adam is all about the DIY… Adam talks about making a pedal board.

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Episode 2 – Labels Are A Terrible Thing

by Pitch Michael | Jan 16, 2023 | Adam N' Pitch Podcast

Episode 2 – Labels Are A Terrible Thing

Adam ‘N Pitch Podcast

Adam and Pitch discuss how labels can affect our perception of people. This is not an explicit episode, but we talk about some life choices and labels that I wouldn’t want my kids thinking about. Recorded at Pitch Michael Studio.

0:49 – Disappointment
2:47 – Say what I’m gonna say…
3:12 – “Labels narrow peoples minds”
4:31 – What’s the point?
5:58 – “No little boy or girl dreams of being that”
6:38 – If I knew sharing the love of God with them would…
8:35 – Labels are a tool from the enemy to keep us from bridging gaps and talking to people who are different.
10:02 – But don’t labels make things easier?
10:45 – Linear Regression
12:24 – Suddenly we talk about loan officers…
14:13 – The more we let algorithms and AI auto-assign loans, worth, social standing, the more we walk away from grace and mercy. Or, is that nonsense?
16:39 – Adam brings up JP Morgan story (Adam got it all wrong, we know…)
18:08 – Labels can be a useful tool.
20:45 – Stay above reproach.
21:52 – Adam and Pitch stumble around trying to recall Bible verses…
24:36 – Alyssa…
27:55 – Rambling on, deal with it.
29:01 – Thanks for listening!

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Resident Performer at Hilton Bayfront 2023

by Pitch Michael | Jan 13, 2023 | Pitch Updates & Info

Resident Performer at Hilton Bayfront 2023

Pitch Michael is back for his 3rd year in a row as a resident performer at the Hilton Bayfront! Pitch will be performing acoustic style every Friday night in the Odysea Lounge at the Hilton Bayfront. If you are in the downtown San Diego on a Friday night don’t forget to stop by, get a drink, and say hi!

Hilton Residency Info

Pitch will be performing every Friday night 5pm to 8pm in the Odysea Lounge at the Hilton Bayfront in San Diego. He will be performing at the Hilton acoustic style with only his guitar and vocals. Pitch sets includes tops hits from various eras from Frank Sinatra to John Mayer from Journey to Jason Mraz and so much more! Booked for January 2023 and will be updating as Pitch confirms each sequential month. To get the most up to date gig info follow Pitch at Bandsintown or check his homepage.

Hilton Bayfront Info

Hilton Bayfront is hotel located at1 Park Boulevard, San Diego, California, 92101, USA. The Hilton is in downtown San Diego near the Gaslamp, Petco Park and right next to the San Diego Convention Center where popular conventions, like Comic Con, are held. The Odysea Lounge is located on Hilton’s main floor withindoor and outdoor seating facing incredible views of the bay. It’s a great place to relax, hangout, get a drink and more! Also, one of my favorite things is Hilton is very dog friendly so you can bring your fur pals along with you as well 🙂

Rising above the San Diego Bay and steps from the Gaslamp Quarter and Petco Park, Hilton San Diego Bayfront is the signature SoCal resort. Enjoy a tailored, urban coastal experience with bright and unparalleled views in every guest room, relaxing amenities, and locally-inspired dining. ~Hilton Bayfront

UPCOMING SHOWS

Episode 1 – Adam N’ Pitch Podcast

by Pitch Michael | Jan 12, 2023 | Adam N' Pitch Podcast

Episode 1 – Adam N’ Pitch Podcast Launch

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The Launch Of Our first Podcast

Welcome to our first show, recorded at Pitch Michael Studio, this is a great episode to get to know who we are and the things we’ll be discussing. For this episode we’ve broken down the topics below.

0:30 – Birthday Steak
1:26 – Hunting Bears with Glocks
4:11 – The Podcast
4:46 – Introductions
5:30 – Bromance begins, praise team is where/how we met
7:17 – Bound For Life
8:13 – More Adam…
9:03 – Why we’re doing a Podcast
9:53 – Who we think our target audience is
11:08 – “I hate being wrong”
12:10 – America is the greatest nation that ever was, and will be!
13:20 – Bible Myth Buster idea…
14:44 – I do everything
15:58 – Your time is worth money, so pay people to do things
19:18 – However, learn to be self reliant and know how to do things
20:13 – Respectfully challenge every construct, test to make sure it’s legitimate
22:19 – We’re pack people (relational beings)…
23:39 – Pitch is tall
24:26 – 5 Love Languages
27:51 – Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

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San Elijo Music Lesson & Recording Studio

by Pitch Michael | Jan 10, 2023 | Lesson Updates & Info, Pitch Updates & Info

San Elijo Music Lesson & Recording Studio

Pitch Michael has opened a storefront music lesson and recording studio in San Elijo! The studio is a long time coming and is trying to fill the need in San Elijo for music lessons. In today’s world a music lesson and recording studio is the perfect pairing!

Why Open a Music Studio in San Elijo/San Marcos?

There was a need in the San Elijo and San Marcos community and Pitch was ready! Pitch Michael has been teaching music for well over a decade! He started teaching by offering home music lessons. Soon after he began renting space at local music studios, like Nick Rail Music and La Jolla Music. Once 2020 hit, Pitch moved most lessons online and taught out of his own home while moving to San Elijo/San Marcos area. New to San Elijo/San Marcos area, he found a need that wasn’t filled. So, he decided to open a storefront music lesson and recording studio to serve the community. 3 schools in the area and not one storefront music studio; San Elijo Middle, San Elijo Elementary, and Double Peak School!

Music Lessons & Recording Studio?

Yes! Pitch has a degree in Contemporary Writing and Production. He doesn’t do recitals with students, but instead nurtures the creative and performer! Building in a recording studio gives his students an outlet to be creative! With music lessons we teach the student about the instrument and how to play. With the recording studio we teach them how to perform and create! In today’s tech world a music lesson and recording studio is the perfect pairing! Also, having a dedicated music lesson studio allows Pitch to bring on more teachers and serve more students.

How Do I Book a Music Lesson?

You can book a 1st FREE intro lesson by registering online HERE and then booking an available slot. You can also call or text Pitch Michael and team at 760-822-2484. Let’s start your musical journey today!

Pitch Michael Music Lesson & Recording Studio

ADDRESS:

1257 San Elijo Rd S

San Marcos, CA 92078

Phone:

760-822-2484

What to do when Facebook, Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp are all down?

by Pitch Michael | Oct 4, 2021 | Uncategorized

Yes, we are starting out the week with a global shutdown, but not the kind of shutdown everyone has been anticipating. Today users around the world are experiencing outages on Facebook and related social media networks including Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp. You may have thought it was an internet connection problem like I first did until I searched online and found some answers. Even Facebook internal communication platforms are down!

Not only are Facebook’s services and apps down for the public, its internal tools and communications platforms, including Workplace, are out as well. No one can do any work. Several people I’ve talked to said this is the equivalent of a “snow day” at the company.

— Ryan Mac 🙃 (@RMac18) October 4, 2021

WHAT CAUSED IT? From what I read, the outage was caused by a DNS (domain name server) fail. I guess this is the naming structure that forms the web’s infrastructure! Not the greatest for facebook as their stock has dropped 5.5% since open! I’m sure they will get it all figured out soon…

So, @facebook‘s DNS is broken this morning…

TL;DR: Google anycast DNS returns SERVFAIL for Facebook queries; querying https://t.co/0BDgaIHmlr directly times out. pic.twitter.com/3GHJ3mW0P0

— Jim Salter (@jrssnet) October 4, 2021

THOUGHTS… At first this may feel like an inconvenience but let’s change that posture and think of this as a gift! Fight the urge to run to another social media outlet to like Twitter, Tiktok, or Snapchat to get your daily dose of social media. Instead take this time to unplug and work on a fun skill! I’d like to recommend taking this blessed time to learn music or take this time to practice your instrument of choice! If you have already started your musical journey maybe you could learn a new piece, work on a new solo/scale, write a song! If you are completely new to music and/or just need some guidance set up a music lesson today with a teacher in your area like me! I personally have openings and availability throughout the week including today! So if you reach out to me, you can start playing music before the day is over.

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Music Lessons

by Pitch Michael | Aug 24, 2021 | Uncategorized

Music Lessons

Accepting New Students for Private & Group Lessons

ABOUT STUDIO

Studios are located in San Marcos, La Mesa and Online. Masks are not required. Call or email for more information or to get started now by clicking the sign up button and we will contact you to set up your 1st lesson!

Offering: Guitar Lessons, Piano Lessons, Voice Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, and more!

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