Bass Lessons Sumner County, TN

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Double Bass

I have been teaching off and on my entire adult life. I have taught guitar at a Jr. College in Illinois(Parkland), for a guitar store(First National Guitar Store, Urbana, IL) and currently teach music at a private academy in Old Hickorey, Tn(Family Christian Acadey). I love working with students to help them find and develop their musical growth. I also currently teach private students in my home studio. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Music, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I couldn't count how many students I've seen that only learn songs and later on, forget them and don't almost any knowledge from what they played. If you understand what happens "behind the curtains" of the music you like, dissect it and learn how to make something similar; that knowledge becomes part of your vocabulary and helps shape your music identity. That's what I strive to do with every student. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Electric Guitar, Djembe, Acoustic Guitar

For beginning students or children, I will start teaching the importance of note value on printed music. Whether it's drums, piano, guitar, or any orchestral instrument, they all share a common thread in melody and rhythm. Once the student has a firm grasp on note value and melody, they will begin to learn simple songs that gradually increase in difficulty. By the time they reach an intermediate level of knowledge, they will bring their own favorite songs to learn. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Lap Steel Guitar, Music, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I began teaching private lessons in a music store around thirteen years ago. The store changed hands several times, but I remained among the staff of teachers through it all. Although the job brings a certain amount of uncertainty, it is extremely rewarding to be able to have a job I enjoy. Along with teaching I also play shows. Music has allowed me to travel around the country and meet an array of people. Read More

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

As a guitarist I have experience performing professionally with acoustic, electric, and classical (nylon) guitars, as well as banjo, mandolin, 12-string guitar, b-bender guitar, and ukulele. In Nashville, I have worked as a sideman and "hired-gun" with various songwriters, performing for both live and recorded music. He also works as a recording engineer, producer, and studio musician on several instruments. Freelancing as a performer I have played with many ensembles including extensive work as a theater musician. Read More