Guitar Lessons Fairfax City County, VA

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Ukulele, Music

Music is fun! I want each learner to leave lessons feeling successful. Music should be about the progress, not the perfection. This is accomplished through realistic goal setting and personalized lesson content. Learners of all ages, but particularly young musicians, want to learn something they are interested in. I have vast knowledge of music in the media and current trends in the music industry. I am great with technology and finding fun tools to enhance music learning. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Flute, Drums, Piccolo, Acoustic Guitar

I have started my own pedagogy when it comes to teaching drums but it is pretty straightforward. The first lesson is about basic technique and learning the drums and cymbals and then moving into being able to play a simple rock beat. I have done so many trial lessons at this point that I have it down to a science and I have a very good amount of kids who sign up afterwards. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar

I have a handful of College music courses under my belt, as well as remembering and doing well in a handful of music courses from high school. I have an associates in arts backgrounds, and traversed the Guilford College music minor program in good standing. I have studied under a jazz guitarist, and was part of a high-ranking high school drumline during my high school days. I have studied privately in areas of Rock, Folk, and Blues especially. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

Robert  is an Army veteran who spent over 24 years as an Army musician.  He represented the Army as a guitarist, vocalist, percussionist,  and bassists in the US, Europe, and Korea.  In addition he has taught  and performed privately outside of his duties as an Army musician.  After he retired from the Army  in 2011 he joined the Musika team as a guitar and piano instructor and has very much enjoyed teaching his Musika students. Read More

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

My method for beginner or advanced students, I develop lesson plans and instructional materials. I identify the pupil’s needs and implement strategies. I use a variety of methods for effective teaching that fits the student’s style. I start with a standard basic beginning lesson plan to read music. This allows the student to gain additional knowledge other than playing guitar. Learning to read music while playing the instrument builds confidence. Read More