About
My teaching approach: -two music degrees -35+ years of playing experience in all styles -blend of teaching styles - theory, performance, improvisation -author of "From Bakersfield to Beale Street: A Regional History of American Rock n Roll" (2009 - Kendall/Hunt)
My guitar lessons take place in: The teacher's studio Guitar Lessons with me take place in the following areas: Central Iowa (Ames, Huxley, Nevada, Ankeny, Des Moines) Guitar Techniques: Recording and Production, Song Writing, Scales and Exercises, Music Theory, Reading Music, Jamming Skills, Performance, Vocal Accompaniment, Slide Guitar, Fingerstyle, Open tuning, Rhythm guitar, Lead guitar
I love sharing music and learning with students.
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Melissa J.
Frequently asked questions
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
B.A and M.A. in Music - 37 years of playing experience in rock/blues/country/jazz bands, solo work, church bands/praise and worship, musical theater, and other ensemble
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$20 / half-hour -- 1 lesson per week.
How did you get started teaching?
When a family friend asked me for lessons.
What types of students have you worked with?
all kinds :)