Bass Lessons in Sharon, CT

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

Welcome to my profile. My name is Andrew and I am primarily a self-trained musician and performer of over 20 years. I began playing piano at age 5, guitar at age 7, drums and bass at age 16, and have been performing in bands since age 14. I've also become a collector of guitars and other instruments and musical equipment. I have had very minmal instruction of my own over the years however what I have been taught has been invaluable to me.In 2005 I attended Berklee College of Music in Boston for their summer program. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Bass Guitar Organ Accordion Ukulele Double Bass Keyboard

I posses extensive classical music and music pedagogy trainings. All my musical knowledge and expertise was attained in Eastern Europe. I play and teach piano, upright bass, bass guitar and a range of other instruments. Over the years I taught basic piano, the beginner violin, viola, cello and a variety of school instruments such as recorder and xylophone. I also teach advanced music theory, harmony and basics of composition and orchestral arranging required for music colleges. Read More

Instruments: Piano Bass Guitar Double Bass

I have an internal library of things I've been taught along the way. After listening to the student and hearing what their goals are I then tune in to the best way to incorporate fundamentals and goal setting. Making the lessons suited to the individual student is what I strive for. Its an exchange, I'm sharing what I know and I'm learning as well by seeing the student progress. Ultimately I want to see them reach their goals, some strive for stardom some don't. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele

I try to incorporate some form of a goal to achieve, whether its a recital, audition, or just an informal get together with another student. In order to reach these goals its very important to instill proper practice techniques. So for weekly assignments, I have the student's practice scales, finger exercises, and chord changes. At each lesson, we review the previous week's assignment and address any playing challenges or difficulties. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Synthesizer Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Double Bass

My teaching style really depends on the student taking the lessons. It's important to set realistic goals each week for students that way they can progress at his or her own pace. Recognizing accomplishments goes a long way to fuel a student's desire to progress and makes the student coming back to learn more. By finding out what inspires the student to play, I can tailor my methods to their own wants and needs. Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass

I have extensive experience teaching classical, jazz, pop, funk, rock, folk, and other styles of upright and electric bass students. Over a decade of teaching experience, and professional performing experience. Read More