Rose Garden Music Gallery
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By offering quality music lessons in theory, performance and success development to people from beginners through advanced players. We customize your experience to help you achieve your personal music goals whatever they may be.
I enjoy helping others to achieve their musical goals. By doing so, I am rewarded as well as helping keep music alive.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
After the phone interview, I like to meet face to face or via internet for a overview lesson which determines the ability of the student and find out a more direct path to help acheive the particular goals. Then we begin a structured journey to that fits individual vision.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I studied at Musician's Institute in Hollywood, Ca. I also studied at UCI in Irvine, Ca. I have been playing guitar and piano for over 30 years. I have been performing in bands and on my own for over 30 years and have been teaching music for over 20 years.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I ask $35.00 per halk hour and $70 per hour. If you buy 4 lessons you get the 5th lesson free. That is my "play it forward" approach.
How did you get started teaching?
When I was younger friends would listen to me play and ask if i could teach them how to play.
What types of students have you worked with?
My age group ranges from 5 years old to as 100 years young! I appreciate all ages, styles and abilities.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I love rock and roll and I was fortunate enough to put out an albumn in 2019. I look forward to performing again soon!
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
My area of expertise would be soloing and improvisation. I love playing rock and blues and helping you to develope a style and sound of your own is something i strive to do.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
I believe in being prepared. So here are a few of my favorite questions...
1. On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being professsional level), what type of player do you wish to be?
2. On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being professsional level), how good are you now?
3. On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being playing every day), how often do you practice or play?
4. How often do you want to take lessons?
5. What style of music do you want to learn?
6. On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being professsional level), how willing are you to do the homework and take instruction?
7. Finally, do you want to have fun playing your instrument?