About
I have over 17 years experience teaching guitar lessons. I work with students of all different skill levels including brand new beginners all the way through advanced.
My main focus is to always understand a students desired goals and areas of playing they are hoping to improve and grow in. Once specific goals and direction are established I create custom lessons and plans to help each student achieve their individual musical goals.
I understand growing as a musician is not always easy and can be frustrating. I hope to eliminate some of the frustration along the way by providing positive encouraging feedback while implementing practical and efficient ways of improving techniques and overall learning. I'm a firm believer that learning to play guitar should be fun, exciting and inspiring. I try to carry this into every lesson.
I teach at the Pickers Exchange guitar shop in East Ridge, TN. My standard lesson fee package is $115 for a block of 4 lessons, one 30 minute lesson per week. I am also available for custom lesson time lengths / traveling to your location. ( Rates for custom lesson lengths / traveling to location TBD in consoltation).
For Questions or to Schedule Lessons - Call or Text: 423-521-5762
For More Info: www.chrisgrahammusic.com
Common Topics Covered In Lessons :
Basics -- guitar parts, neck notes, hand positions, sitting positions, etc.
Finger Exercises -- for building the dexterity needed to play.
Chords -- the building blocks for songs
Learning Songs -- chosen by you, not me.
Scales
Music theory -- understanding the 'language' of music.
Song writing & Composing
Standard Notation Reading
Ear Training
How to "Learn and Play by Ear"
Rhythm Playing
Lead Playing
Composing Solos
How to Improvise
Understanding Guitar Tones -- Pickups, Effects Pedals, Amps, Etc..
How To Record Guitars -- Micing techniques, performance tips and tricks
Specialties
Musical styles
Guitar style
Has instrument
Years experience
Able to read music
Lesson length
Student's age
Photos and videos
Reviews
Bobby P.
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
My main focus is to always understand a students desired goals and areas of playing they are hoping to improve and grow in. Once specific goals and direction are established I create custom lessons and plans to help each student achieve their individual musical goals.
I understand growing as a musician is not always easy and can be frustrating. I hope to eliminate some of the frustration along the way by providing positive encouraging feedback while implementing practical and efficient ways of improving techniques and overall learning. I'm a firm believer that learning to play guitar should be fun, exciting and inspiring. I try to carry this into every lesson.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
- Have Toured both Internationally and Nationally
- Studied Classical Guitar & Music Theory At Chattnooga State College
- Studied under / have taken private lessons from seven different guitar instructors.
- Have done many studio recording sessions for multiple Artists and Bands
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
At My Location or Online : $25 for 30 min. lesson : $50 for 60 min. lesson.
Traveling to students Location : $35 for 30 min lesson $60 for for 60 min. lesson.
How did you get started teaching?
When I was 18 I kept getting requests from friends and acquaintances asking for lessons so I decided to help them them out and discovered I enjoed teaching.
What types of students have you worked with?
Beginners - Advanced