Zach Washko
he/him
Bass - music theory - audio engineer mentoring
focused - intentional - realistic
Zach is a freelance musician and audio engineer. He proudly aligns his teaching with the rich tradition of bass, an instrument that holds one of the most important jobs in music. Since being a bassist requires an individual to support other musicians, Zach’s teaching style focuses on the skills needed to work efficiently and in a wide range of music genres and settings.
Through personal experience, Zach has found that a solid foundation in music theory is important, but that is not everything. There is also a spiritual part of music, and Zach wants to help musicians find their voice. Everyone is different, so each lesson is tailored to what the individual needs to understand and utilize the skills necessary to live their life in music.
Zach is the lead audio technician for Earth Song’s performance events! If you’ve been to any of our events recently, you’ve probably seen Zach rocking the sound board.
Zach is currently accepting new students at the Carriage House studio.
Professional Life
Bachelors in Audio Music Production and Music, with concentration in Jazz Studies from Lebanon Valley College, Class 2018
Private bass teacher since 2020
Founder and Organizer of Grandpa’s Jam, a charity music festival benefiting the Christopher M. Fuga Memorial Foundation.
Hundreds of pit orchestra performances with numerous theater companies. Some of Zach’s favorite musicals he’s played in the pit for include Matilda at SALT, Les Miserables at Pope John Paul, and Mamma Mia at OJR.
Substitute bassist for country and wedding bands
Experience as a band member of varying acts and projects
Regular sit-ins with Thomas Martin at a variety of local venues