Black Belt Guitar

My guitar lessons cater to the young child. The child will be learning chords, note reading, rhythm and basic theory. Much of the teaching is done through games and creativity. For example, within the first few lessons, the student will be writing their won simple songs. Each week, they earn points toward a "belt", similar to martial arts. In order to receive the next belt they must show proficiency in all of the above categories. They will also receive rewards for practicing. Each time they practice they earn a "chip" toward a gift.

I have a bachelor of music degree and permenant teaching certificate from the State of New York Education Department. I have been teaching various levels of music for 40 years, including middle school general music, nursery school music, and private lessons on woodwinds and guitar. I have also taught and directed English Handbell choirs all over the east coast and have been on the board of Handbell Musicians of America.

Recently, my husband and I moved from Syracuse NY to Greenville South Carolina, where I would like to re-start my guitar studio.

I love to watch children grow. There have been many studies that show that learning an instrument at an early age not only increases a child's IQ, but also teaches them focus, responsibility, and working toward a goal. My passion is to be involved with that process.