Guitar Lessons Sonoma County, CA

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar

I believe that motivation begins with excitement and there is no better way to help a student stick to a practice routine than teaching him or her to play their favorite songs. Of course, a knowledge of music theory is very important, but I always make sure that we don't get bogged down in minutia, and that each student is allowed to proceed at his or her own pace. A practical and usable knowledge of music's fundamentals is employed to get results and keep the student motivated and actively learning. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

1.) I teach the (5) patterns of the major and minor pentatonic scales. 2.) I teach the (7) modal scales using in position and out of position step-patterns. 3.) I teach the (3) minor scales: Natural minor (Aeolian), Harmonic minor, and Melodic minor. 4.) I talk about the theory behind the Circle of Fifths and the relative minor chords to each major chord in the Circle of Fifths. 5.) I cover the ever so popular I-IV-V chord progression as well as other chord progressions and the use of the major, minor, diminished, and augmented chords. 6.) I, also, teach alternate guitar tunings like DADGAD andDGCGCD, made famous by guitar greats like Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin and Lindsey Buckingham of Fleetwood Mac. 7.) I will demonstrate proper guitar playing postures and proper fret board fingering techniques. 8.) I can teach the arpeggio scales for the major, minor, diminished, and augmented chords, as well as some arpeggio sweeps, a technique made famous by the likes of Frank Gambole. 9.) I can show some bi-dextral tapping technques made famous by the likes of Eddie Van Halen and Steve Vai. 10.) And last but not least, I will work with my student on any song or playing style that he/she may like to learn. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is very energetic always trying to be hands on, making sure the student is applying everything he/she is learning to their everyday life. I am a very patient instructor that adapts to every unique students pace. Always very positive making sure my students are always having fun, It fills me with joy seeing my students learn and get better at their instrument. I will always push you to strive for greatness but I will also be there to help you along the way, music is something that connects us all and its a true pleasure for me to get to teach it. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele

I am an enthusiatic and experienced instructor and I want to share my passion with others. I graduated with my Bachelors of Music in Music Composition from Indiana University in 2004. In 2013, I graduated from the University of Redlands with a Masters degree in Guitar Performance. As well as being an experienced instructor, I am also a seasoned performer. I have an eclectic and extensive musical palette and have found myself performing in everything from classical guitar recitals as both a soloist and ensemble player, in pit orchestras, small jazz combos, folk music duos and pop music groups. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Music, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I'm a patient instructor that allows each person to grow at their own pace. We all have a goal of what we want to achieve and I guide you toward that goal. My primary goal is to create great musicians- people who are versed in many styles and have a handle on music as a language. I want to share my knowledge to help you find your musical voice and the creativity you seek through the guitar. Read More