Category Archives: Guitar Tips

I’m excited to announce the CGI Concert and lecture schedule, all free and open to the public. All concerts take place at the Aalto Library Auditorium at the Mount Angel Abbey in Mt. Angel, Oregon. Maria Shim cello, Scott Kritzer, guitar on Tuesday, June 25th @ 7:30 pm in the Aalto Library Auditorium Maria will Read More

Saturday, May 18th 1:00 PM PDT REGISTER for Mechanics of the Free Stroke

Mechanics of the Free Stroke May 18th at 1:00 PM PDT I’m excited to announce a series of monthly workshops called “Tech Talk with Scott” covering a wide range of topics regarding technique for the classical guitarist. Each workshop will cover a specific subject and in most cases I’ll work with students directly so bring Read More

If you’ve been playing guitar for any length of time you may notice stiffness in the arms or hands, or perhaps you’ve sustained an injury along the way. In any case you may want to start working on a series of flexibility, coordination and strength exercises. These exercises can offset the negative effects of practice. Read More

I’ll be bringing over four decades of teaching, performing and recording experience to a series of 1 hour workshops over the next 6 months via Zoom. The next three workshops will be : Care and Maintenance for the Guitarist’s Hands (post practice stretching & care) The BioMechanics Behind an Effective Free Stroke Learning the Guitar Read More

First off, thanks for the great response to my SKStudio Private Lesson openings. CURRENTLY ALL SPOTS ARE TAKEN….but, I anticipate opening a handful more in September 2023 so if you’re interested join my waitlist. And I’m making a one time offer that is hard to beat. (Beginners to professional players welcome) Waitlist Benefits Sign up for Read More

I’m about to announce some big news and in preparation I’ve opened up new online private teaching slots. Prospective students can schedule an introductory meeting where I’ll give you a free technical evaluation and offer some helpful advice on exercises and practice. I’ll also explain all the offerings at the Kritzer Studio (including my new video Read More

Preview and purchase my arrangements from Classical Guitar Christmas II at my Store (see Menu above)