David Williams

About

I am an Emmy winning songwriter from my work with PBS, with a BILLION hits on YouTube for my songs. I am an accomplished instrumentalist as well, having released some dozen albums, and I play guitar, mandolin, fiddle, and tenor banjo. Gypsy jazz is one area I specialize in, but I also play Folk, Americana, Rock, Blues, Country and other styles. I also have a PhD in Writing, and I am the author of a number of books--children's literature, books on neuroscience, fiction, cartoons, and more.

I enjoy seeing people learn new skills and progress to become the songwriter or musician they want to be.

Highlights

2 employees

25 years in business

Serves Louisville, CO

Offers online services

Social media

Specialties

Musical styles

Rock, Country, Blues, Jazz, Folk, Recommendations available

Guitar style

Acoustic guitar, Electric guitar, Ukulele, Recommendations available

Has instrument

Student who have a guitar, Student who don't have a guitar, but are planning to purchase one

Years experience

No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience, 2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience

Able to read music

Students who cannot read music

Lesson length

60 minutes

Student's age

5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

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Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new student?

I start by covering the basics, such as how to hold the instrument, how to place your fingers correctly, how to use a pick or bow. In songwriting I being by covering some of the essential aspects of what makes for good writing that is moving and effective.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

Decades of experience as a musician. Emmy winning songwriter with a Billion hits on YouTube. Studied mandolin with Jethro Burns--the great American master. Studied violin with Tim Kliphuis--Europe's best Grappelli style player and teacher. Studied gypsy jazz with Gonzalo Bergara.

Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.

30 dollars per half hour, plus mileage if I travel to your location.

How did you get started teaching?

I have been a university teacher for over 20 years.

What types of students have you worked with?

Beginning to advanced.

What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?

Look at the experience and qualifications.

What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?

Ask yourself, what do I really want to learn.

Services offered

Guitar

Violin