About
*For a better idea of lesson packs and pricing including a free trial and 50% off your first basic or premium pack, please visit my site a DaveBrownsMusic dot com. I've been playing for 25 years, teaching for nearly 20 and have a degree in Jazz from U-Mass Amherst. Notably, I've taught at the college level and for Jamplay as well. All ages and levels are welcome. In general, I love to play and teach most genres, but I would say classical and metal are not my strong suit. And now that I've brought up strong suits, I would say that would be theory and fretboard knowledge is where I excel. It's my goal to get each student to understand as much as they can so that it's not just a song you're learning, but actually building towards a greater understanding of the instrument and music as a whole. That being said, I try to make it as fun as possible by teaching you stuff you want to learn infusing dumb humor to make it less painful. Along with lessons you buy, you'll also get... Your own google classroom so that all your assignments are conveniently found in one place including pdf attachments, audio/video links, and personal video aids including your achieved zoom lessons! Also, if you ever have any questions in between your last lesson and the next, I'm around to answer them by text/phone.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Your first basic or premium pack will come with a free trial. If you're not convinced that I can improve your guitar game while simultaneously get you to enjoy yourself, you'll get your money back guaranteed. Each student gets their own google classroom so that all your assignments are conveniently found in one place including pdf attachments, audio/video links, and personal video aids including your achieved zoom lessons! Also, if you ever have any questions, I'm more than happy to answer them whenever. Rescheduling is flexible so long as you don't cancel the same day (I will charge unless you're sick or it's an emergency).
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a degree in Jazz performance and have been teaching for nearly 20 years at various places from house calls, to various music stores and schools and even as adjunct faculty at the community college level as well as for Jamplay.com
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I have 4 levels of packs offering 30, 45 and 60 minutes that range from $40-60 an hour depending on how many lessons you buy. Visit DaveBrownsMusic dot com for more info.
How did you get started teaching?
I started teaching to make some side money in college and slowly, but surely, it's morphed into a career. I love teaching and making a difference in students lives and wouldn't change it for the world.
What types of students have you worked with?
All ages and levels including accommodating a variety of disabilities as well. That being said, I love the students who can play some licks, know a couple chords, but have no idea why things are happening and want to figure them out.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
There are certain things all students should learn, but ultimately you're paying to learn what gets you excited about learn that instrument. Styles and songs vary for all students and it's of utmost importance that a teacher customizes your curriculum towards your specific goals.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
1. What are your goals and are they realistic given your life's schedule. There's others, but that's a good start. Don't be shy, just drop a line with any questions you might have!