Bass Lessons Culpeper County, VA

Instruments: Bass Guitar, Double Bass

I started out playing cornet in elementary school, switching to Baritone horn in middle school and switching to tuba in the high school band. I also began playing bass guitar in those high school days in the late '60s and early '70s. Playing in rock bands, I decided to Study music at Norfolk State and Old Dominion University, after high school, wanting to learning more about music. I began playing professionally with the Norfolk Symphony, played in the pit band for touring Broadway shows, and subsequently hit the road as a touring musician with popular regional dance bands. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Voice, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Recored composed and performed sound track for non-profit fund fundraising film “Another Day For Teresa” RCA recording studios 1971, Decision to pursue guitar and vocal performance as a career and has continued until present time. 1975, Tampa FL, 1st place talent competition, began professional performing career. 1976-1981, Guitar instructor and vocal studies at Carbonnell Conservatory of music 1976-1982, Tampa, opening act for Judy Collins, The Pure Prairie League, Dave Mason, and Lou Rawls, Tampa Bay Super Bowl. 1985, Wrote, produced and recored first album "Open Highway". 1991-1999-Adjunct guitar instructor Eastern Mennonite University, Harrisonburg VA 1999- Received certification to teach“Suzuki Method of Teaching Guitar”, 1981, Started Michael Geddes Productions, writing and producing jingles for radio and television in greater Tampa Bay area. 1984-2001-Key performer at Massenuttten Resort, Skyland, and Big Meadows in the Shenandoah National park. 1998-Voice, James Madison University, 1985-2017 Written, recorded 5 Cassette and 3 CDs recordings of original music. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Starting with a jazz quartet in 2003, I've led and put together many groups and musical encounters over the years. I started teaching around that same time, and I've found personally that the two work very well together. I always think about the time my guitar teacher in high school introduced me to the music of Steve Reich nonchalantly, and how that changed my personal music trajectory so profoundly. I like introducing kids to new concepts naturally, through things that they already enjoy, as a way to keep things fresh and open them up to the possibilities in music. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Ukulele, Keyboard

Sometimes all it takes to really understand the material is a considerate instructor who knows how to teach at your pace. Having worked with students throughout Northern Virginia since 2000, I bring a depth of professional experience and knowledge to those who are eager to expand their minds, talents, and skills. I am passionate about musical education. It is my belief that music is a gift to be shared - not just between instructor and student but also between the student and their community. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin

Teaching music is a very rewarding profession. Watching students grow as I guide them to a more complete understanding of their instrument and music is very exciting and motivating. I try to set weekly goals for each of my students as well as long term goals so they can feel and see progress with each lesson. I try to take note and acknowledge when a student is progressing and tell them so they feel motivated to continue on to another level. Read More