About
Personalized one on one instruction from a performing, touring and recording musician. I am a previous WDW musician and share first hand knowledge that is structured and explained to give the student the inside track as well as the big picture. If you want to sound like the people you hear on recordings and be able to sound like a pro or play competently in jams or with a group, then please give me a call. You won't be dissapointed.
The satisfaction of enabling people to achieve their ambitions and goals in music by showing them the path to success.
I have been performing and teaching since the 1970's. Performances include hundreds of Bluegrass festivals, concerts and corporate events in Florida and throughout the U.S. and Canada. Daily performances at Walt Disney World in the 80's as a cast member and appearances on the Grand Old Opry.
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Specialties
Musical styles
Guitar style
Has instrument
Years experience
Able to read music
Lesson length
Student's age
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Reviews
Carlton H.
to achieve through your lessons and has a straightforward, sensible approach to teaching.
He breaks it down very clearly for the types of music I am interested in learning on the
Mandolin. For me it would be a good foundation in standard bluegrass and Iri... Show more
Jeremy B.
enough about how much Al has helped me progress in my playing. As said before, not only
does he teach you how to play but he gives you an understanding of how the music works.
When I first talked to Al about taking lessons, I told him that my goal was to b... Show more
Joe P.
seem to be progressing as I would have liked. A friend told me about Al. I started weekly
lessons with Al four months ago and I can tell you it was one of the best decisions I have
ever made. His teaching approach and ability to make a student understand i... Show more
Brian B.
and the best. In fact it is hard to conceive of a better teacher unless he lived down the
street. He is a constant amazement to me! He can see more on Skype than my other
teachers sitting next to me.Put simply HE HAS A PLAN!!!!! A plan to make you... Show more
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
A short interview to determine the students aspirations, goals, and how we can achieve them, including an explanation of practice habits so the students can get the most from the lessons.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Please call for pricing and scheduling. Lessons in person in my home office or by Internet via Skype are available.
I am also an IT Consultant and will gladly advise for the best online results!
What types of students have you worked with?
My students are from all walks of life, but have one desire in common: learn to play like their musical hero's or develop their own creativity, confidence and talent.