Lance Ruby Guitar Lessons

Lance Ruby Guitar Lessons

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Guitarist and educator Lance Ruby recently opened his teaching studio in Fort Collins, Colorado after earning his Masters of Jazz Studies from the University of Northern Colorado studying with Steve Kovalcheck. A Utah native, Lance completed his Bachelor’s degree in Guitar Performance from Utah State University studying with Corey Christiansen.

While in Utah, Lance co-founded the soul/funk band Danger 5 and has continued in this project with lead singer Dani Armour. Since moving to Colorado, he joined Fort Collins based bands; Musketeer Gripweed, Graham Good and the Painters, Bevin Luna and Sugar Britches

My teaching philosophy is simple; I want to help my students achieve the goals they have with music. Whether that is learning a few simple Taylor Swift songs or passing an entrance audition into a university, I want to see my students succeed. I have worked on a curriculum that teaches skills and concepts that every musician must know. The combination of having a good curriculum in combination with teaching the students the music they love, creates good musicians and inspired students that are excited to come to guitar lessons each week.

I structure my lessons into four categories; lines, chords, technique, and repertoire. Lines can include melodies, scales, and for more advanced students soloing. Technique is an important area of focus for guitarists. Many older guitarists I know have injuries due to bad technique. It’s very important to instill proper technique in younger students so they won’t develop bad habits and have injuries later in life.

I love teaching guitar. It has been the most rewarding thing in my life. Seeing students gain confidence in their playing and also in themselves is an incredible experience. As a life long student of music myself I believe it is crucial to create musicians and music lovers out of our students.


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Hired 6 times
Serves Fort Collins , CO
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    Alfred Q.

    Lance is an incredibly skilled teacher who has been able to customize his lessons to my ability and learning style. Hes a lifelong student himself who and has devoted his life to learning himself. Im a working dad and hes taught me, my 15 year old son and 12 year old daughter and we all love working with him.
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    December 30, 2016

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    Amanda L.

    Lance is a very patient,talented and kind instructor. He is very good at what he does and is also very passionate about music which in my opinion makes him a better instructor. If you are looking into learning he guitar Lance would be the perfect one!
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    December 29, 2016

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    Lance R.

    I took guitar lessons from lance for about a year and felt he was a great teacher that focused on having the right content for my learning needs.
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    December 29, 2016

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    Aaron V.

    Lance is an awesome teacher. Hes very knowledgeable and passionate about the guitar. Lance teaches very professionally and thoroughly. Im very grateful for the things Lance has taught me.
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    December 29, 2016

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    Brandon P.

    I, along with my 9 year daughter have been taking lessons from lance for almost a year now. I have been playing for 20+ years and my daughter is just picking up the guitar for the first time. He has plenty of knowledge to teach experienced players and is amazing with kids. I have learned a ton and continue to hone my skills . She is learning and developing a love for the guitar and making music... plus she just loves hanging out with him. I listen to them practice and she laughs and plays with him the whole hour; she just has a great time. Not to mention he is very affordable. Lance is certainly 5 stars!
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    December 29, 2016

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    Bart P.

    Very satisfied with my lessons, as a beginner I dont feel overwhelmed with to much learning all at once, lance Has a casual method of teaching.
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    December 29, 2016

    Frequently asked questions

    1/2 hour lessons - $30 per lesson 

    Full hour lessons - $50 per lesson 

    I have worked with students from 5 years old to 56 years old. Its never too early or late to start learning! 


    Services offered

    Guitar
    Music Theory