Guitar Lessons St Louis County, MO

Instruments: Guitar, Voice, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Music, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

As a former certified school teacher my focus is on laying the right foundation for a lifetime of musical learning and enjoyment for the student. I want my students to develop skills in all aspects and styles of playing so that as their preferences progress they will be equipped for all genres and styles. However if an adult or intermediate level student wants to specialize I can accommodate them. That's why I suggest they incorporate both note reading and chord theory to their scope and sequence of study. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Double Bass, Mallet Percussion, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I have had great success in continually trying to adapt my methods to what works best for each student. This makes the lesson very personal for the student as well as very fresh and exciting for me. I have had 8 different piano teachers, varoius band directors, college professors, personal private flamenco and jazz lessons. I have played with some of the best players in St. Louis- many of which were also university professors or symphonic performers. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Drums, Organ, Synthesizer, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I work on a lesson to lesson basis, building upon the previous lesson, gradually adding new and exciting things into the mix, and finally throwing it all together and seeing what needs to be improved upon. I usually begin with some basic theory and then show various techniques from popular works and how this can be applied to original compositions. I also like to employ ear training exercises and sight reading exercises to help with the intellectual side of music and to help any current students in a “band” or Music scholastic program. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar

I first started teaching private guitar lessons while with Eberhardt Music Corporation. I taught students ranging from 7 to 25 for a period of one year. My next teaching experience consisted of teaching Class Guitar at Buerkle Middle School in the Mehlville School District. Next,I taught a guitar class of ten students while employed with the Inland Valley Performing Arts Center. And most recently, I have about six months experience teaching guitar students out my own home studio. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching experience dates back to my college days, as I began teaching private lessons part time 16 years ago for the local college continuing education guitar classes while attending university. Encouraging regular practice on a consistent schedule is one of the key points I like to emphasize for all students, as it is necessary to help the student progress. I've also found that exploration of multiple music genres can go a long way in helping students enjoy the guitar and motivate them to practice and continue to learn. Read More