About
My teaching approach:
For 25 years I have taught bass and guitar to most skill levels and virtually every age group. My instruction philosophy has always been simple: build the foundation of a good practice regimen, promote positive thinking and determination and foster an appreciation of many musical styles through an understanding of music theory, composition/arrangement and music history.
My influences are:
I am influenced by many different guitarists as well as other instruments. I tend to be attracted to an energy or a vibe I get from an individual's playing regardless of instrument.
My guitar lessons take place in:
The teacher's studio or the student's home
Guitar Lessons with me take place in the following areas:
My home in Bear Delaware, New Castle dance and music academy in Glasgow Delaware
Guitar Techniques:
Guidance In Equipment Selection, Recording and Production, Song Writing, Scales and Exercises, Music Theory, Reading Music, Jamming Skills, Improvisation, Performance, Vocal Accompaniment, Slide Guitar, Fingerstyle, Open tuning, Rhythm guitar, Lead guitar
Your first guitar lesson with me might include the following:
The first lesson is about evaluating the students ability and also talking about what they want from the guitar.
A guitar lesson with me might entail the following:
I emphasize music theory as well as technical proficiency.
The qualities I look for in an ideal guitar student might include the following:
My ideal guitar student is someone who gives their best.