While the basics and notation are So very helpful, I think its important to teach basic beast and grooves to get the student playing music. Making it fun. Reading notation, rudiments are essential tools, playing along with music or other musicians as soon as possible are what keeps it interesting. Seeing new students progress and smile when they figure things out, like a new groove or beat. Learning to play an instrument has life long rewards if you have the interest and make the effort to progress....

I'm a Percussion Instructor at a Local Phoenix, AZ High School. I've been teaching for 11 years. I've played professionally for 16 years and have extensive experience. I've taught grades 3rd thru high school students. I love working with kids and teaching them the fundamentals and basic understanding of Percussion performance and reading skills.

My teaching approach: My desire is to help each student achieve their goals by making music fun & applicable to their needs and situation, directing them towards proficiency and self-sufficiency. I taught private guitar lessons and in many music stores for over 40 years, guitar courses in college for 6 years, in a performing arts charter high school for 4 years, and in elementary/middle school for 8 years. My influences are: Too many to mention, but you can start with the folksingers from the 50's to the 60's, the rock.pop, and blues players from the 50's to today. Chet Atkins, Pete Seeger, Peter Yarrow, Noel Paul Stookey, George Harrison, Er...

Established in 2007, Prestige Music Academy, located in Phoenix, Arizona, offers comprehensive music education to all ages and abilities. As a family-owned academy, they are dedicated to high-quality instruction, providing private lessons in a diverse range of instruments including piano, guitar, violin, and more. Their experienced and educated instructors focus on individual student's needs and aspirations, creating a supportive learning environment. They go beyond being a typical music lesson mill, making each student the heart of their philosophy.

Looking to offer lessons to eager students willing to fill a little but more of their lives with music!

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I have 40 years of experience playing, and teaching several instruments. I have lots of really good curriculum that makes the process foolproof. I emphasise learning to read music as well as tablature. Lots of live and studio experience. Worked with many acts on both local and national level. Currently working on an album. I’m also a local luthier. I'm currently offering online lessons. Music is my life, and I’ve dedicated my life to it. It’s what I am best at. I love teaching students, especially beginners. I can teach them the proper way and not have to experience the pain and aguish of being self taught. One thing watching videos cannot d...