Bruce Ling, one of Michigan's finest musical treasures, is a River-side mystic, eloquent storyteller and passionate caretaker of America's collection of traditional music. Raised in a multi-faceted musical family, Bruce found his calling at the ripe age of eight, earning his first $5 playing in a garage on Chicago’s South Side for a birthday party. He grew up learning from many older musicians, and became the recipient of a vast amount of “Oral Tradition”: songs and stories passed on from older to younger generations. He has since honed an extraordinary repertoire of traditional string-band tunes from near and far. He plays with equal flair ...

I have taught the fundamentals of playing guitar and banjo for over 30 years. The very first thing is that the student needs to understand how music theory works. Once they get on that path the doors of possibilities are endless. I also give discounts to veterans.

For over 20 years, Piano in Action has brought music to life for children and adults. Right from the first lesson, young students learn how to create music and continue building on that foundation to eventually write their own compositions. This approach helps students understand how music can be an integral part of their life. A variety of games are used to make it fun to learn. Students are recorded when they achieve certain goals and these recordings become an ongoing journal of their progress. Students learn, grow, and develop their musical talents in a supportive and fun-filled atmosphere.

At Swank Music Studio, we believe in the importance of music education and take great pride in offering high quality private lessons that supports local band, orchestra, and choral programs. This is where students will be spending most their time making music!  I believe teaching from this perspective serves students the best, for life.  We highly qualified staff and offer piano, string, guitar, and brass lessons.