I have over 27 years experience teaching private lessons. I take a customized approach taylored to each students tastes and needs. I enjoy watching my students get better and better, as well as playing music with them.

I am an independent musician with a diverse background in classical pedagogy and contemporary music in both the experimental and pop realms. I am interested in helping students of diverse musical backgrounds and proclivities develop skills that pertain to the modern musical landscape. My proficiencies include instrumental performance, audio engineering, Ableton Live, Max/MSP, analog and digital synthesis, music theory, and the history of Western Music. I have been performing music on stage since my early teens, from rock to pop to classical to experimental and electronic. I have maintained my own private teaching studio since 2010, and held a

Welcome! I offer university level private instruction for guitar, bass & music theory. I bring my 45 years of playing, studying & teaching experience to each lesson which I tailor to each student's individual needs. Start your music journey or expand your current skills & knowledge to advanced levels with me. While I enjoy helping beginners get started, I specialize in helping students with some experience develop a strong music theory foundation and in unlocking the fretboard. I mostly teach online via Zoom but can also come teach in a student's home if you're nearby. Sign up with me and my passion for music and teaching will help you achi

I am a piano instructor with over 35 years of experience. I consider students I select to study with me as partners who wish to unlock their potential both as a pianist and a musician. Becoming a pianist is the experience of mastering techniques and skills for proper use of an acoustic piano. Becoming a musician is the the cohesion between emotional, relational, cognitive and artistic development applied to the skills of piano playing. I train students to "listen" and adjust to more proper technique in order to address the freedom of expressing how and why any piece can be played or performed with joy. I typically teach advancing studen...

Welcome to Collins Music Studio, where our passion for music meets personalized instruction. Located in the heart of Santa Rosa, CA, we specialize in nurturing musical talent through tailored Music Theory, Piano, and Bass Guitar lessons. Whether you're just starting or seeking to refine your skills, our expert guidance ensures a comprehensive learning experience. Dive into the world of music with us and transform your musical aspirations into reality. Join our growing community of music enthusiasts today!