Guitar Lessons Clayton County, GA

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Drums, Bass Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Djembe, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching experience began when I was young. My mom is a teacher, so I was inherently interested in it. I used to be the best English tutor in my 3rd grade class. I didn't start my music career until I got into high school, but I was immediately excited to share what I was learning with my friends. From there, I found work teaching guitar lessons at a local elementary school. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Mandolin, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I typically start teaching students with very basic chords and very simple songs. I usually feel satisfied if the student is able to pick up on a simple song by the end of the first lesson and learning songs is the best way to learn guitar in my opinion. I usually will work with the student on what music they like and what they want to learn then we can sit and learn it together. Read More

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

Listening to the goals or having the student create goals is a very important first step towards a successful student. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. I am a kind and understanding teacher, pressuring students to reach goals on a time line isn't something that I feel would be productive. Creative teaching and exploring the entire musical world is a life long journey, so no need to rush it, but learning the tools to navigate your way through is something that can be invaluable. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

My teaching approach is to base all of my lessons on each student's individual musical tastes and goals. So if a student is interested in building speed, we'll work on alternate picking exercises, or right hand patterns for classical and fingerstyle students. If the student is more interested in rhythm guitar, we'll work on that. And throughout, we'll focus on music of the student's choosing. Read More

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

I commonly try to cater my teaching style to the type of student I'm working with. The student's age and skill level are the two most important factors that guide my approach. For those who are beginning lessons for the first time, I begin by covering the basic components of the guitar while emphasizing the importance of proper technique. I will then set short term goals to begin mentoring the student towards their long term goals. Read More