About
I offer an approach I call "practical theory application." Playing songs and having fun with it comes first. The understanding of what you've learned as it relates to theory comes second.
I began teaching lessons over 10 years ago in my home studio, and at Mollet Music in Yankton South Dakota for three years. I was the director at The Rock and Roll Academy in Sioux Falls South Dakota for 2 years, and the lesson coordinator at Schmitt Music in Omaha. I'm currently doing instrument repair, and teaching lessons in Omaha.
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Connor E.
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
The first thing I like to know about a student is what they want to play. When I have an idea of the kind of music they like, and want to learn I build a cirruculum from there. If the student has no previous experience we always begin with proper technique building, and basic chords to get them started. If a student does have previous experience we build on that experience, and make sure that the student understands the theory behind what they are playing up until that point.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I began working with students soon after I finished high school. My teacher studied at UNT College of Music, and I followed his advice; "if all you want to do is gig don't put yourself in debt with school." I followed his advice, and used numerous recourses to learn about my instrument, and later about teaching my instrument. Eventually I had learned enough to take a job instructing music teachers on how to teach.