Bass Lessons in Morgan Hill, CA

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

I love all types of music, but especially jazz. I attended Sacramento City college from 2003-2006 majoring in recording studio engineering but with a minor in jazz performance. I moved to NY in 2006 where i regularly played jazz and rock gigs with up and coming young musicians. I had the opportunity of playing on a jazz album, as well as playing for some studio sessions. I love learning all types of music and just having fun playing. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Synthesizer Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

For beginner students, I base my syllabus off of music education series such as Hal Leonard's Essential Elements, and other well known education series. It varies depending on the age and development of the student. I have a collection youtube-type internet tutorial videos that I keep handy for specific techniques and purposes. For instruments such as vocals, I find its important to teach students techniques of strengthening the voice while also learning proper vocal preservation. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar

My students generally comment that I am patient. I try to go at the right speed for the student, pushing them where it works but slowing down when needed. I'm very methodical and try to break things down to focus on the details so each piece of information is easily digestible and easy to grasp. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching experience began 2 years ago when I started teaching a few neighborhood kids that my family knew. By word of mouth I gained 3 more but then I moved to Santa Cruz so I could attend Cabrillo College. These were private lessons all in the homes of the students. But now that I have my own studio, I have been inviting students over to study in my studio. I have been playing guitar for 10 years beginning with professional lessons, electric bass for 7, and drums for 5. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have worked as a private guitar instructor for over 8 years at several music education establishments and  also independently by traveling to students homes..... I have also worked as a band coach for youth groups, where I taught them cover songs, helped them write their own songs and prepared them for live performances. Whenever I've worked for a music school, I've always had to prepare students for recitals and concerts. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Bass Guitar Synthesizer Euphonium Tuba

I believe giving students a strong foundation in the fundamentals is key for success. Rhythm and the ability to keep time are essential in all styles across the board. Music Theory is something I teach in every lesson regardless of the instrument I am teaching and at all age levels. On Piano I teach the Faber Curriculum as well as the Alfred Books. These books both incorporate music theory so well from the very beginning. Read More