About
Ron,
Thanks for your interest in guitar lessons.
First, a bit about me. I had been teaching from 2008 to 2020 at Sidekick Studios in Liberty Township, until the owner decided to completely shut down due to the Covid restrictions. I now teach out of my home.
I currently play solo gigs in restaurants and wineries around SW Ohio.
I also play in a 5 piece band on occasion, doing classic rock and songs from up into the mid 2000's. So, I am still actively playing and learning new material.
I can teach many styles of music, Rock, country, folk, pop and intro to Jazz. For the student that already has some basic skills and is looking for improvement, I can guide you on your journey on lead, improvisation, accompaniment, (strumming, chord selection, etc.) how to use theory and also how to improve playing by ear.
Lessons are $30 per half hour lesson.
If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please feel free to contact me directly at 513-300-3537, or e-mail at [email protected], or you can message me through the Lessons.com system.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Each new student is different. I decide on the process depending on their current level of knowledge and what their goals are. A beginner with no knowledge of the guitar would begin with the very basics of the guitar and how to hold it, the various parts, tuning, etc. Someone with previous experience would be evaluated after talking with the student and playing and then deciding on what they desire to learn and what they want to improve on.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I taught at SideKick Studios in Liberty Township for the last 11 years. (until recently closed due to Covid-19 closures)
I currently play acoustic rock, country and pop music performing in small venues and restaurants in the Greater Cincinnati area.
I played professionally in several bands in Columbus, Ohio many years ago. In the last 18 years, I had been involved with my church's Worship team, playing guitar for Contemporary Worship services and running sound when not playing.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Standard rates are $30 per half hour lesson. $50 per hour lesson if you prefer longer lesson time. These lessons are set up for once a week for a month at a time.
Also, if you are under 18 yrs old, please have your parent(s) fill out the information request and use their phone number. Thanks!
How did you get started teaching?
I have always enjoyed sharing my knowledge, beginning with training people on Audio equipment to run sound at our church. After giving a few private lessons on guitar for friends, I was encouraged to do it at SideKick Studios. (Now I am teaching out of my home in Colerain Township.)
That was over 11 years ago, and I've loved every minute of it!
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students as young as 8 years old, with very short attention spans, to Adults trying to fulfill items on their "bucket list", wanting to learn to play guitar. I've taught middle school students with diverse personalities and widely varied tastes in music and taught older folks that always wanted "to be able to rock" (really! That's how they said it!)
I've worked with students with learning disabilities where just the smallest advancement was a great accomplishment, to students that pushed me to create more lessons for them as they learned faster than the average student.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
My advice would be to schedule a time to visit with that teacher (not just me, any teacher you are interested in hiring), have a talk with them, learn a bit more about them, try to get a sense of their personality and how they work, the environment where they work, etc. You want to feel comfortable with that person, as well as confident that they understand what your goals are for you or your child.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
The prospective student should think about WHY they want to learn to play guitar. Is it because a friend plays and they want to be like them? Do they think it would be fun? It is, but there is some work involved.
Will they be willing to spend the time required to practice to get better? Do they actually have the time to practice? Many students, especially while in school, are so busy with extracurricular activites, that their time is already busy. Do they have time to spend with the guitar?
How far away from the teacher's studio where it would not be too much travel time and consume more time travelling to and from the lesson? You'd be surprised how long it takes to drive just 15 miles!
And a serious consideration is cost. Is the tuition going to be a burden on them or the family?