Vom Saal Custom Guitars

Vom Saal Custom Guitars

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►I have a MUSIC DEGREE (Jazz & Classical Guitar Studies/Performance) from Palm Beach State & Florida Atlantic University - while in college I was a member of N.A.f.M.E. (the National Association for Music Educators) and I.A.J.E. (the International Association of Jazz Educators).

►Areas within 15-min of my Home Studio: Oldsmar, Dunedin, Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, Holiday, New Port Richey ( (I'm located 1-mile from the Innisbrook Golf Country Club entrance off Klosterman Road).

►I tailor my guitar instruction to the individual - Understanding that not everyone desires to read music, some of my students only touch on notation and music theory enough to understand proper timing and basic music theory before we begin learning applicable songs & techniques, while others focus much more on traditional notation and music theory before heading to more advanced material (techniques, songs, etc).

►Regardless, my Main Goal as a Guitar Instructor is to get you to understand the instrument. Songs are all a part of learning the guitar, and songs come in time, but songs should NOT be the main focus of any instructor until the student understands proper timing and proper technique (a lot of this just comes down to natural ability - some breeze through it quickly while others may just take a little longer, no biggie). Remember that everyone progresses at their own rate, and not everyone comes out of the gate playing like Jimi Hendrix - However, with proper guidance, hard work, and consistent practice, you will progress.

►My Instructional Emphasis focuses PRIMARILY on: Basic Notation (for timing) ♦ Proper Technique and Proper Form ♦ Songs Based Around The Students Interests ♦ Ear Training ♦ Music Theory Fundamentals including: Knowledge of Key Signatures and Chord Forms/Chord Structures ♦ Knowledge of Scales & Modes ♦ Practical Soloing Techniques.

►True there are many players that can't read a note, don't know much theory, and have less than perfect technique/posture/form; But some of these players are "good IN SPITE of it, NOT because of it". Maybe they would improve dramatically if these techniques were emphasized a little more. I feel that when you're able to play your instrument with ease and understanding, you develop confidence and higher esteem about your playing - Therefore the overall benefit is that you have more fun.

►There are definitely a lot of great guitar players out there, but just because someone is a good guitar player, or been playing or teaching guitar a long time, or works out of your local music store . . . it Doesn't Necessarily Mean that they're a Good Guitar Instructor. Please make sure you check ALL Music Instructors Qualifications before spending hard earned money $$$ on Lessons!

►My influences: I thrive on diversity of sound, and I strive to play many styles equally well. Some of my influences are: Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin) - Adam Jones (Tool) - Scott Henderson - David Gilmour (Pink Floyd) - Pat Metheny - Mike McCready (Pearl Jam) - Jerry Cantrell (Alice In Chains) - Jimi Hendrix - Steve Morse - Dave Matthews - Wes Montgomery - Mike Stern - Jeff Beck - Warren Haynes - Stevie Ray Vaughan - Steve Vai - Joe Satriani - Eric Johnson - Eddie Van Halen - David Evans (U2) - Frank & Dweezil Zappa - Alex Lifeson (Rush) - Robert Smith (The Cure) - Andy Summers (The Police) - Joe Bonamassa - Robin Trower - Eric Clapton . . . and many more (don't worry if you don't see your favorite guitarist or band listed here - I'm influenced by and listen to a lot of music).

►My guitar lessons take place in: The teacher's studio Guitar lessons typically take place on these days and hours: Please Contact (schedule varies). Gift Certificates Are Available. Save $20.00 a Month by scheduling a Block of 4-Lessons. A block of 4-lessons is discounted to $35.00 per-Hour-lesson ($140.00). Standard Lesson to Lesson rates are $40.00 per-Hour (1⁄2-hour rates are $25.00).

►Guitar Techniques: Lead guitar, Rhythm guitar, Vocal Accompaniment, Performance, Improvisation, Jamming Skills, Reading Music, Music Theory, Scales and Exercises, Song Writing, Guidance In Equipment Selection Your first guitar lesson with me might include the following: Introductory Lesson: This depends on the student, their level, and their ability when they begin lessons with me (individual basis).

►Assessment: There are many levels of assessment - some of it comes from the students overall guitar knowledge, while some of it comes from their playing ability - I was assessed and graded on many levels throughout my schooling for my music degree, thus I assess my students on many different levels - My evaluation depends on the students overall goals, so it's difficult to make broad generalizations (again, it's all done on an individual basis).

►A guitar lesson with me might entail the following: As I said earlier, I tailor my guitar instruction to the individual -- My guitar lessons are not cookie cutter.

►The book I typically like to begin with to help students gain a basic understanding of time and music notation is Mel Bay's Modern Guitar Method Grade-1 - This book can be found in most major music stores for $7.99. In combination with this book students also need to have a Guitar Tuner and a Metronome.

►The qualities I look for in an ideal guitar student might include the following: My ideal guitar student is proactive; they want to learn and excel; they practice daily (they want to practice, they are NOT forced to practice); they are individuals who enjoy the challenge of learning this daedal instrument. My main goal is to teach this instrument to those who want to learn it.


Highlights

28 years in business
Serves Tarpon Springs , FL

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Musical styles

Rock, Blues, Jazz, Folk, Recommendations available

Guitar style

Acoustic guitar, Electric guitar, 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 can read music staff, Students who can read guitar tabs, Students who cannot read music

Lesson length

30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes

Student's age

Under 5 years old, 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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    ►I tailor my guitar instruction to the individual - Understanding that not everyone desires to read music, some of my students only touch on notation and music theory enough to understand proper timing and basic music theory before we begin learning applicable songs & techniques, while others focus much more on traditional notation and music theory before heading to more advanced material (techniques, songs, etc).

    ►Regardless, my Main Goal as a Guitar Instructor is to get you to understand the instrument. Songs are all a part of learning the guitar, and songs come in time, but songs should NOT be the main focus of any instructor until the student understands proper timing and proper technique (a lot of this just comes down to natural ability - some breeze through it quickly while others may just take a little longer, no biggie). Remember that everyone progresses at their own rate, and not everyone comes out of the gate playing like Jimi Hendrix - However, with proper guidance, hard work, and consistent practice, you will progress.

    ►My Instructional Emphasis focuses PRIMARILY on ♦ Basic Notation (for timing purposes) ♦ Proper Technique and Proper Form ♦ Songs Based Around The Students Interests ♦ Ear Training ♦ Music Theory Fundamentals including: Knowledge of Key Signatures and Chord Forms/Chord Structures ♦ Knowledge of Scales & Modes ♦ Practical Soloing Techniques.

    ►True there are many players that can't read a note, don't know much theory, and have less than perfect technique/posture/form; But some of these players are "good IN SPITE of it, NOT because of it". Maybe they would improve dramatically if these techniques were emphasized a little more. I feel that when you're able to play your instrument with ease and understanding, you develop confidence and higher esteem about your playing - Therefore the overall benefit is that you have more fun.

    ►There are definitely a lot of great guitar players out there, but just because someone is a good guitar player, or been playing or teaching guitar a long time, or works out of your local music store . . . it Doesn't Necessarily Mean that they're a Good Guitar Instructor. Please make sure you check ALL Music Instructors Qualifications before spending hard earned money $$$ on Lessons!

    ►Guitar Techniques: Lead guitar, Rhythm guitar, Vocal Accompaniment, Performance, Improvisation, Jamming Skills, Reading Music, Music Theory, Scales and Exercises, Song Writing, Guidance In Equipment Selection Your first guitar lesson with me might include the following: Introductory Lesson: This depends on the student, their level, and their ability when they begin lessons with me (individual basis).

    ►Assessment: There are many levels of assessment - some of it comes from the students overall guitar knowledge, while some of it comes from their playing ability - I was assessed and graded on many levels throughout my schooling for my music degree, thus I assess my students on many different levels - My evaluation depends on the students overall goals, so it's difficult to make broad generalizations (again, it's all done on an individual basis).

    ►The book I typically like to begin with to help students gain a basic understanding of time and music notation is Mel Bay's Modern Guitar Method Grade-1 - This book can be found in most major music stores for $7.99. In combination with this book students also need to have a Guitar Tuner and a Metronome.

    ►The qualities I look for in an ideal guitar student might include the following: My ideal guitar student is proactive; they want to learn and excel; they practice daily (they want to practice, they are NOT forced to practice); they are individuals who enjoy the challenge of learning this daedal instrument. My main goal is to teach this instrument to those who want to learn it.

    ►My influences: I thrive on diversity of sound, and I strive to play many styles equally well. Some of my influences are: Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin) - Adam Jones (Tool) - Scott Henderson - David Gilmour (Pink Floyd) - Pat Metheny - Mike McCready (Pearl Jam) - Jerry Cantrell (Alice In Chains) - Jimi Hendrix - Steve Morse - Dave Matthews - Wes Montgomery - Mike Stern - Jeff Beck - Warren Haynes - Stevie Ray Vaughan - Steve Vai - Joe Satriani - Eric Johnson - Eddie Van Halen - David Evans (U2) - Frank & Dweezil Zappa - Alex Lifeson (Rush) - Robert Smith (The Cure) - Andy Summers (The Police) - Joe Bonamassa - Robin Trower - Eric Clapton . . . and many more (don't worry if you don't see your favorite guitarist or band listed here - I'm influenced by and listen to a lot of music).

    I have a Music Degree from Palm Beach State & Florida Atlantic University, where I was a member of N.A.f.M.E.(National Association for Music Educators) and I.A.J.E. (International Association of Jazz Educators).

    ►Save $20.00 a Month by scheduling a Block of 4-Lessons. A block of 4-lessons is discounted to $35.00 per-Hour-lesson ($140.00 for the month). Standard Lesson to Lesson rates are $40.00 per-Hour (My ½-hour rates are $25.00). Gift Certificates Are Available. 

    ►48-hour cancellation notice is required - Same day cancellations generally forfeit that lesson - Of coarse there's always a little flexibility here depending on the circumstances - Unfortunately, students who fail to notify three(3) times will be dropped. 

    ►Areas within 15-min of my Home Studio: Oldsmar, Dunedin, Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, Holiday, New Port Richey ♦ I'm located 1-mile from the Innisbrook Golf Country Club entrance; Klosterman Road).

    I started Teaching Guitar In College while I was working twords my music degree.

    Beginning and Intermediate Students Ranging in age from 8 through Adult

    There are definitely a lot of great guitar players out there, but just because someone is a good guitar player, or they've been playing or teaching guitar a long time, or even if they work out of your local music store . . . it Doesn't Necessarily Mean that they're a Good Guitar Instructor. Please make sure you check ALL Music Instructors Background & Qualifications before spending hard earned money $$$ on Lessons!

    What is your End Goal as a guitarist; What do you hope to accomplish.  


    Services offered

    Guitar
    Music Theory