Teacher Spotlight: Jim Guttmann's 'Extraordinary Talent And Patience'

BOSTON, MA — Great teachers matter. In Greater Boston, we're fortunate to have teachers like Jim Guttmann.

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

This submission comes from Wendy Cole Pachter, who nominated Jim Guttmann of Greater Boston.

Teacher’s name

Jim Guttmann

How do you know the teacher?

Recommendation. He’s my bass teacher

What does this person teach?

Stand-up bass, all music styles, music theory.

Why do you believe the teacher should be recognized or honored?

He has extraordinary talent, patience, and uses different teaching styles to accommodate every student, school age through adult. His approach enables music to reach a student’s soul.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the teacher?

Jim is a professional performer and role model with a positive, motivational approach that can impact students for life.

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