Guitar Lessons Portsmouth County, VA

Instruments: Guitar

Using my experience and knowledge I assess each individual student to help them learn in a way that is the  most effective for them.        Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I think that is critical to get the most out of it. I also provide all of the teaching materials necessary and increase the difficulty incrementally as the student progresses. The increase in difficulty is both my reward as well as yours. All of my accomplished students take pride in their advancment and hunger for more. Once again-I put a lot of emphasis on your pace. With more advanced students I work primarrily with more difficult techniques, and a deeper understanding of music structure. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar

I always encourage students to study and practice on a regular basis. This greatly helps them make progress and like the instrument over time. Nonetheless, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. My homework sheets are designed to address both of those points. I always encourage them to practice well; when they practice well, they improved and once they improve they start to like the instrument more. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Voice, Acoustic Guitar

Visualising yourself playing the music can also be extremely helpful. Whether you visualise playing the part perfectly in the practice room or the concert hall is up to you, but spending some time away from your instrument, hearing the sound you're aiming for, seeing the music in front of you can make a huge difference to your mental and physical performance. If youre tight for time, or youre going to be stuck somewhere quiet like a train, take your music with you and read through it in your head. 7. Read More

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

I know how difficult it can be to find a reliable teacher that focuses on Piano for Kids. Teachers need to be able to motivate and guide students towards success. As an experienced and passionate Piano Teacher, I believe in an approach that gives students positive, constructive ways to learn. I design my lessons according to my students needs, with an emphasis on confidence-boosting activities. I specialize in Beginners Piano Lessons, and know how to reach my students with the right balance of personalized attention, patience, practical training, and positive encouragement. Read More