My teaching approach:Work with student in an initial evaluation, assessing student's skill level and working on a plan to fit that student individually. I've been playing guitar for 9 years and teaching for 2; and have been in a national band for 5 years. I currently work with ESP-LTD, Line 6 Electronics, and Bugra AmpsMy influences are:Jerry Cantrell, Randy Rhoads, Zakk Wylde, John 5, Dave Grohl, JJohn Fogerty, Kurt Cobain, Dimebag Darrell, Elliott Smith, Synister Gates, Tool, Marilyn Manson, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, Smashing Pumpkins, Nine Inch Nails, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Billy Idol, Metallica, MegadethMy guitar lessons take place in:The teacher's studio or the student's homeGuitar Lessons with me take place in the following areas:Students' homes in Fayetteville, Spring Lake, or Hope Mills, and my studio in Hope Mills.Guitar Techniques:Guidance In Equipment Selection, Vocal Accompaniment, Performance, Improvisation, Jamming Skills, Reading Music, Scales and Exercises, Lead guitar, Rhythm guitar, Fingerstyle