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Hello! My teaching focuses on my student's strengths and passion for learning. For over the past decade I've ensured that students are taught from an individualized curriculum that caters to them and brings them closer to their goals while emphasizing the music fundamentals that will prepare and enrich them for life. I am passionate about the guitar, voice, piano, brass, audio engineering, theory/composition, orchestration, band, orchestra, choir, and songwriting.
Specialties
Musical styles
Rock, Country, Blues, Jazz, Folk, Classical, Recommendations available
Guitar style
Acoustic guitar, Electric guitar, Ukulele, Banjo, Recommendations available
Has instrument
Student who have a guitar, Student who don't have a guitar, but are planning to purchase one
Years experience
No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience, 2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience
Able to read music
Students who can read music staff, Students who can read guitar tabs, Students who cannot read music
Lesson length
30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes
Student's age
Under 5 years old, 5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old
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Carla J.
Our whole family has taken lessons with Mike: our three kids have studied Uke, Guitar, Piano, and Bass over the past 6 years with him and I even took some Guitar lessons because his lessons seemed so fun! We really appreciate what he has done for our family and the gift of music he has brought to our household. Couldnt recommend enough!!!
March 13, 2021
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Hayden R.
My favorite teacher of all time
March 13, 2021
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Jen T.
We love Mike, my daughter has studied with him 6 years ago and now she has written her own songs and is highly wanted in all the jazz groups at her school.
March 13, 2021
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Jackson S.
He is the best!!! He taught me how to solo and now I can play all the songs and solo on them
March 13, 2021
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
We feel it out - some students want to jump right in and start learning songs, and some just want to get their feet wet. If the student has had experience playing, then we spend some time going over what they know thus far, and how we can best proceed.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a degree from the University of Redlands, and was the winner of a performance grant that allowed me to study at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Currently working on my Masters in Music Education to further my skills in Conducting.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I charge $100 per hour, and if you pay for multiple lessons I give a discount.
How did you get started teaching?
I come from a family of music teachers, so one might say I was bred for teaching music :)
What types of students have you worked with?
Youngest student was 4, Eldest student is 84 (and still kickin!)
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
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What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Don't be afraid to try and negotiate prices.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What are you looking to get out of your lessons? Do you like to set your own goals or do you like having someone set goals for you?
Services offered
Guitar
Singing
Drum
Bass Guitar
Reading
Music Theory
Audio Production