Mike Reardon

About

My name is Mike, I have taught music at Indiana University, Vincennes University and Purdue University. I have been teaching guitar for about 15 years now and playing for over 20 years.

I enjoy helping others learn and accomplish their goals. My students have been accepted into music conservatories such as Cincinnati Conservatory of Music and Jacobs School of music as well as gig in Nashville Tennessee and Chicago. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Contact: [email protected]

Highlights

Hired 4 times

1 employee

33 years in business

Serves Bloomington, IN

Offers online services

Social media

Specialties

Musical styles

Rock, Country, Blues, Jazz, Folk, Classical, 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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Keri J.

Mike is great! He listens and wants you to like what you are learning. 10/10 would recommend.

March 31, 2023

•Hired on Lessons.com

Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new student?

Access where the student is at. Ask them their goals and create a plan to help the student reach them. I try to help students learn the fundamentals well enough to be able to play and understand music of any style

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I have a Master's degree in Music Performance (guitar) from Indiana University Jacobs School of Music

Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.

I usually charge 60$ for an hour or 30$ for a half hour

How did you get started teaching?

I started teaching when I was 18 through a local music business. I taught there for 5 years and at Indiana for 5 years

What types of students have you worked with?

All kinds: classical, jazz, rock, etc. Many different students at many different levels

Describe a recent event you are fond of.

I went to a concert where my friends were performing

What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?

Steady, consistent practice over a period of time will lead to results

What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?

How much time am I willing to practice, what kind of goals do I have for my playing, what style of music am I most interested in, etc.

Services offered

Music Theory

Piano

Guitar

Violin

Bass Guitar

Singing