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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Guitar lessons in Mesa . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin
I began teaching lessons while workibg on my Master's degree. While tutoring a classmate on guitar, I realized that I really enjoyed teaching and decided to pursue more students. My music therapy training gives me a unique approach to education enabling me to tailor all of my students lessons to their personal goals and needs. I enjoy teaching a variety of styles, from classical to contemporary, as well as giving my students performance opportunities to really be able to challenge themselves. Read More
Instruments: Guitar
My teaching style is this; if you have fun learning, you are going to have fun playing. Every player is at a different stage of learning, and that's what makes my job so amazing. I get to see where my students are at, and I work with each individual student knowing that I can make where they are at with guitar a fun learning experience. Learning an instrument is hard, and it takes time, but if you are having fun learning, and having fun playing, then there is no reason to quit or get discouraged. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
My methods, of course, depend on the student but I usually start using the same materials that I started with. That combined with other curricula such as Rock School and others, I am able to identify which path will be best for the student. Teaching the student one of their favorite songs towards the beginning always helps the student get the fire and passion they need to become a guitar master. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Banjo Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I am kind, patient and knowledgable . I have over 30 years of experience with youth through seniors and love every minute of sharing music with my students. Music theory, chord building, note reading,rhythm studies and improvisation skills are part of every lesson. Even though I specialize in Classical Guitar I enjoy teaching pop, folk, jazz, blues, country and more. I do teach note reading but I also encourage the use of tab as a tool for learning. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Classical Guitar
I have a M.A. degree in Music Therapy. I have worked with children who cant speak, but they can play music. Music bypasses many neural systems. I will help you find the way you learn and challenge you to improve. I run a non profit organization called "School Of Hip Hop PHX," where we use the 5 elements of music (Dance, spoken word, production, art, and knowledge to, improve the lives of community members. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Trombone Clarinet Synthesizer Ukulele Recorder Euphonium Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
For beginning students depending on the instrument of choice, I use: (In no particular order) Standard of Excellence for Band Instruments, consistent with school best practice methods Piano Adventures by Nancy and Randall Faber, for consistency and technique development as well as decent solo repertoire for recitals Hal Leonard's Complete Guitar Course or Alfred, both are good sources. Rainbow Ukulele for younger students in elementary school plus a combination of supplemental materials I've gathered over the years. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Euphonium Mallet Percussion Music Acoustic Guitar
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
I often notice this if they seem frustrated or disappointed in their progress. I'd look out for a desire to learn a song or melody they find popular or if they're finding interest in music outside of assigned school music. If they seem unmotivated, ask what they want out of music! I'm versed in all styles and more than happy to facilitate their interest.
When will I start to see results?
Noticable results depends on the student, every student will progress by a years time. In my experience, progress is noticable in as little as a month of steady lessons if the student is following lessons and assignments as designed.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
Hearing Benny Goodman on my parents' old records and loving the sound the clarinet could make in just the jazz genre.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
I'm most proud of the completion of my Masters in Performance, the two original compositions I've commissioned and recorded, and the students I've helped achieve a level of playing they wouldn't think possible.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
I've had students selected to perform in Master Classes and one admitted into the NAU studio. Their success is in learning musicality and effective performance practices for the pieces they we're performing.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
I chose Saxophone second as it was the most logical next step and slowly branched out to all varieties of Clarinet and Saxophone. The other Brass I can play are due to my Music Education degree.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
About 15-30 minute chunks focusing on specific goals to avoid burn out. If you don't achieve the goal in the first session, save it for the next 15-30 minute chunk.
I only practice in long sessions when testing for endurance in a piece or etude.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I have a degree in Secondary Music Education for the reason if loving what a high level of musicianship the students in that age group are capable of achieving with the proper direction and foundations. My second is a Master's in clarinet performance with the goal of understanding the history and development of the instrument/playing styles to understand the different music written for the instrument and how to interpret the music with the composers inspiration in mind.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Isolate your section and first mess with the rhythm, i.e. swing the rhythm or change the slur/articulation pattern. In combination with slow tempo increases, has proven helpful for myself and students.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
Traditions of Excellence- Beg
Standards of Excellence- Int
Hite Studies- Int
Kroepsch-Adv Int
Rose Etudes- Adv Int
Cavalini Capprices- Adv
The above are just examples, I have multiple books and orchestral excerpts as tools to achieve different goals (technique, musicality, articulation, finger patterns, complex rhythms and extended range).
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
Finding your individual sound and developing flexibility on the instrument.
23 Years
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Cities with Students
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Tanya
I'm interested in in-studio guitar lessons for me 7yo daughter. Our schedule can only accommodate weekends or possibly Wednesday afternoons around 3pm
stephen
my son is interested in learning to play the guitar and I would like to start him off with some lessons. Preferrably from someone who can keep him engaged.
Kim
I have been playing classical guitar for a couple of years. I would like to get assistance to enhance skills and need the discipline of regular instruction.