Bass Lessons in Holmes Beach, FL

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

I started playing guitar at age 5. I have found out that dreams can come true in music.My experiences playing guitar and bass have opened doors I could never imaginedand all my dreams came true. I have had the thrill of being successful as a teen, playing lead guitar for 8 years in the St. Louis area. Moving to L.A. thegroup I was in made a guest appearance on The Merv Griffen Show, and being a studio musician,recording sound tracks for T.V. variety shows,films, The MGM Studios, AND THE THRILL OF PLAYING WITH FABOULIS MUSICIANS.I love both instruments guitar and bass.I am a 3rd generation guitar player.A book is written about the first 30 years of mylife called "From Rock to Rock of Ages", init's 2nd printing, publisher is Pacific Press.My father played on the Grand Ol Opry , including his own weeklyradio show, in the St. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I always teach proper technique, music reading, and eventually some music theory. If a student is just beginning, they need a method book to track their progress. I usually use Hal Leanord's guitar method. Besides this book, there should be a blank manuscript booklet for any extracurricular songs or concepts that aren't included in the book. Weekly lessons are ideal for building on the fundamentals, as any longer, the student may be memorizing bad habits or forget the proper way to play. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Double Bass

When students are being lazy I call them out on it by saying something like, "What is that?"  It shakes them up and makes them realize I catch every mistake.  It's done in a lighthearted way so that the students feel comfortable with me as I do not want to drive away students who fear their teacher.  Comfort and discipline are imperative to help them achieve their goals.  If a student feels comfortable with their instrument they are more willing to practice and achieve a higher goal of performance. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

There are three phases of learning an art. Imitation, Assimilation, and Innovation. My method is specific to each student according to where they are in this progression toward mastery of their instrument. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Harmonica Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My method begins by talking with beginning students to learn their likes and desires, so we can build a beneficial teaching plan together. I teach to the student, not to me. The results lead to a happier, more positive and dedicated student. I also teach in bite sized pieces, usually using the style of music, or even a favorite song the students like. Once a student has a small success, they will seek another. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Cello Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Bass Guitar Organ Synthesizer Ukulele Double Bass Euphonium French Horn Tuba Piccolo Orchestral Percussion Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

The most important thing for me when it comes to teaching is knowing that my student is progressing but also enjoying their experience overall, another very important factor is overall retention of the information. Every person is different so there is really no cut and dry method of teaching, keeping this in mind the experience for everyone should be unique in a way. By setting routines together Im sure we could come to an agreement on how we could both help each other achieve our goals and succeed. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Drums Bass Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Electric Violin Fiddle Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

As I previously mentioned above,I show each student as much as they can pick up.I can show a student just about anything they want to learn,but its really about how much they practice at home that determines their ability.If the student practices a lot we move much quicker and it becomes more fun and challenging.Music is endless and you can never stop learning.they are proving more and more every day how music affects your brain.When you just listen to music,you use every part of your brain.Few things do that.When you play music you are using even more of your brain. Read More