Mars Licciardi

Instructors

Charlotte, NC

Mars Licciardi

Hailing from the greater Chicago area, guitarist, Mars Licciardi boasts a professional music career spanning over 30 years. Mars’ hunger for performing and education allowed him opportunity to work throughout the US to include collaborations with multi-platinum/Grammy award winning producers, as well as performances with dozens of national acts at some of the Midwest’s premium venues. Mars co-founded Rockstar 101, one of the most successful independent rock schools in the Chicago area. He recently relocated to the greater Seattle area and currently performs and tours with a multitude of tribute bands and recording artists. Mars specializes in rock, blues, folk, progressive, R&B, alternative, indie, country, contemporary worship, acoustic, and singer/songwriter collaborations. A few of his musical collaborations can be found on iTunes with bands, Elston and The Last of the Showmen.

Mars’ passion for music and advocacy for his community shows in his dedication to non-profit organizations by fronting music marathons, worship leading at one of the largest churches In North Carolina, and currently as a performing practitioner for SINGRLY, a Seattle based arts engagement platform offering musical therapy for dementia patients.

A sought-after guitarist, vocalist, and music educator, Mars excels at creative songwriting and arranging, as well as inspiring and mentoring players of all ages. Mars’ vibrant energy and unwavering work ethic are his trademark characteristics. He understands that each student is unique and works hard to adapt his teaching style to the strengths and needs of the individual. He believes that all students should have the opportunity to get from music what music has given to him.