Mike Osborn Guitar Lessons
About
Michael W. Osborn
Education:
When he was 13 he started taking guitar lessons in school. By the time he was 16 he was working as a performing musician. After high school he studied music at CSUS.
Mike is the only certified instructor in the bay area with the global organization RGT(registry of guitar tutors), based out of England.
Career as a professional musician:
After taking a hiatus from music for a few years to focus on raising his
children, Mike started back up again in October 2006
performing weekly and re-establishing his reputation. Mike has received rave reviews on magazine, radio and television globally. Mike still works primarily as a performing musician full time.
October 09' marked the release of his first feature album "Fire & Fury"
November 14' marked the release of his second album “In the Dog House” which received worldwide critical acclaim.
Mike's music has been played on hundreds of radio stations worldwide.
His music has been downloaded online tens of thousands of times.
Mike currently is endorsed by Epiphone guitars, GHS strings and Egnater amplifiers.
Teaching methods:
Mike teaches all ages and all skill levels. His approach is to tailor each lesson for each individual student. Focusing on knowledge of guitar, music and musicianship, The program, simply put, will move the student forward in their skills each week as one lesson always builds on the previous one.
Practical and effective would be two of the best words to describe his program.
Highlights
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Assess where they are at and where they want to be. Devise a path to get there and see it through with the student week by week.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
studied music at CSUS, registered member of the global music teaching organization known as RGT. 5 years teaching experience.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
typically $40.00/half hour lesson. Longer lessons are available also. Fees are done by the month and payable at the first of each month. Cencellations require at least 24 hours notice or no makeup will be given for that time.
How did you get started teaching?
I was approached after a performance by a local music school who needed a guitar teacher.
What types of students have you worked with?
All ages and skill levels. Many of my students and children who have never touched a guitar before.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
You need a teacher who has a logical program to move you forward week by week and who both challenges and inspires you in your weekly lessons.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
dont be afraid to ask questions. ask ask ask, you are there to learn and the teacher is there to answer those questions