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Stop by the Charles Allis Art Museum Spring Festival with the eclectic Julie Thompson and String Theory. Saturday, May 9th, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Located at 1801 N. Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee, WI in Milwaukee’s ever hip east side. Save this event to your calendar at go.davidmiller.us/XJn and share it with your friends and family. Refreshments will be available throughout the event in the Great Hall. Please buy tickets at go.davidmiller.us/tickets. For more information about this stellar trio, go to keithwatling.com/julie-thompson-string-theory.
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Julie Thompson & Keith Watling at Corners in Brookfield, Brookfield, WI September 24, 2020

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Keith has performed as soloist and ensemble guitarist for many years in southeast Wisconsin. One of his current projects is, String Theory | guitar duo with Gare Hofstad and Keith on guitars. String Theory can be seen, with there vast repertoire of popular jazz standards, blues, and classic rock at Corina Wine Company every 2nd and 4th Friday from 7 - 9pm.


New recording of Christmas Time Is Here

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Kind of a Hush with Julie Thompson

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Making Whoopi with Julie Thompson

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Solo and ensemble recordings

Nardisimo
Solo acoustic guitar

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Well You Needn't
Solo acoustic guitar

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Is You Is Or Is You Ain't My Baby
Penny And The Jazz Guy

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Keith Watling educator, guitar lessonsGuitar Instruction

I have taught guitar for over twenty years teaching private group guitar lessons in local music stores, and in public schools. More information about guitar lessons> I have a five star ratting on Google My Business. Below is a review from one of my past students


Music for your special event with String Theory - Guitar Duo

String Theory - guitar duo music for your wedding ceremony or private party

"My son’s wedding was one of the best I have ever attended. One of the reasons was the live music during the wedding ceremony and the cocktail hour immediately following the ceremony. The soft music playing was noticed by many and the perfect personal touch we were hoping for.  I strongly recommend Keith Watling and Gare Hofstad for your next event." 

Angela Lingle

Whether you are a professional party planner or someone looking for music for your wedding ceremony Keith Watling will provide the music and the musicians to give your event that added special touch. Book your event with ease and confidence; we will handle all of the music details. More info

Wedding Music

In My Life

String Theory - Guitar Duo

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Gymnopedia

String Theory - Guitar Duo

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