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Having been a professional guitarist, composer, and producer for over 30 years, I love sharing tools, techniques, and tips to help other musicians get to the next level!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I like to find out the students goals...what do they hope to get from their lessons? If we could talk to their future self a year from now, what would make that person say "I'm SO glad I took lessons with Andy!"..?
Also, depending on what we're going for, we may jam a little, or go through some other things, so I can get a sense of where the student is today.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Bachelor's degree from Berklee College of Music, Certificate from Musician's Institute/Guitar Institute of Technology, years and years of being just a little too curious about all kinds of things related to music composition and production.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Right now, it's pretty easy: $25 for 30 minutes, or $45 for 50 minutes.
How did you get started teaching?
When I was in high school, I had already been playing for a few years, and several kids asked if I gave lessons. I hadn't before, but I said "Sure!"
What types of students have you worked with?
That's a tricky question without knowing what you mean by "types"...but I've worked with beginners thru advanced students, kids under 10 and adults over 60, guitar students, composition students, production students, and even a few piano students. So if those are "types"...there you go ;-)
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Hire me!
Seriously, though, hire someone you like, not just a random expert. A student-teacher relationship IS a person-to-person relationship...so it's much more enjoyable for everyone if you get along.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Think about specific things that have tripped you up. What has got you stumped, specifically?
Also, with a kajillion hours of tutorials all over the web, what is it about working with a live teacher that's better?