RJ SOLDANI

Topeka Guitar Instructor

​Instrument(s) and Levels Taught

• RJ teaches electric guitar, acoustic guitar, and bass to students of all ages and ability levels, beginning to advanced.

Education History

• RJ has studied privately with some of the best in the business, including Fred Hamilton, Andy McKee, and Brian Baggett. He's also spent time honing his skills in the world-renowned music department at the University of North Texas. In addition to his study of music, RJ also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Washburn University and feels that this qualification helps a great deal when working with students and understanding their individual needs.

Teaching History

• RJ has taught privately since 2002 and has been with Supersonic Music since 2008. He maintains an extremely busy, active studio and is one of our most in-demand instructors.

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Performance History and Influences

• RJ was selected by Heavy Frequency magazine as one of the Top Ten guitarists in the midwest in 2006 and one of the Top Ten guitarists in Kansas in 2013. He has performed extensively with a number of local/regional bands. RJ has a widely varied and extremely talented list of influences, including Randy Rhodes, Joe Walsh, Jerry Cantrell, Joe Pass, Al Di Meola, and Eric Johnson.

Other Thoughts, Hobbies, Etc.

• When not playing guitar, teaching guitar, or working on guitars (yes, RJ spends a LOT of time with guitars), RJ enjoys spending time outdoors and being with his family. 

Contact Information

• RJ can be contacted through Supersonic Music.