About
My teaching approach: Parkhill Studios we strive to coach and guide the student to experience the JOY of Making Music. My influences are: The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Clint Black, Los Lobos, Arc Angels, ZZ Top, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Albert King, BB King, Merle Haggard, George Strait My guitar lessons take place in: The teacher's studio Guitar Lessons with me take place in the following areas: Little Rock, Cabot Guitar Techniques: Guidance In Equipment Selection, Scales and Exercises, Music Theory, Reading Music, Vocal Accompaniment, Rhythm guitar, Lead guitar
Highlights
Specialties
Musical styles
Guitar style
Has instrument
Years experience
Able to read music
Lesson length
Student's age
Reviews
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Mikasha
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
First I try to find out what goals the student has in mind. You teach students differently when they want to learn how to read music as compared to those that do not. If they want to play professionally, I encourage them to learn to read music and tab. If not, we learn chords and songs that they want to learn.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have Master's Degree in teaching. I have played the guitar for 46 years.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Usually $30 per lesson. I will consider discounts for quarterly payments. I can bill monthly if needed.
How did you get started teaching?
My daughter opened a music studio and asked me to take some guitar students.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students as young as 7 and as old as 65. I have worked with several children with learning difficulties with good success.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I had to learn a song for a student. He wanted to learn a punk rock song from the seventies. It was a trial but we made it!
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Hire an older teacher.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Do I have time to practice at least 3 times per week?
How long will it take for me to learn a song?
Will I be able to make most of my lessons?
Does my instrument fit me?