Bass Lessons in Newburg, WI

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

All materials are presented in detailed, organized PowerPoint presentations, which serve as both teaching tools and reference materials for students. I understand that not all students aspire to become expert guitarists, and thats perfectly okay. I have students who prefer a more casual approach, focusing on learning songs rather than an in-depth curriculum. Whether you are dedicated to advancing your guitar skills and musicianship or simply wish to enjoy a leisurely hobby by learning a few songs, I will tailor your lessons and practice routine to suit your individual needs. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele

My teaching dates back to my early career as a gigging musician. If there were to be a rehearsal before a show, I would show my bandmates how a certain song were to go. Eventually, I decided to do some private guitar teaching gigs besides making a living as a gigging musician. My first teaching gig was for one of my cousins whose son wanted to learn guitar. After a couple of lessons with him and he eventually lost interest in learning guitar. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar

Spending time in various praise bands has allowed me to figure out how to best offer improvements on specific techniques. Helping students realize that progress takes practice is the most important part about teaching. Individual motivation is essential to success. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

I like to keep things laid back, but at the same time challenging. I create my own custom tailored lesson material to fit each student's skill level, goals, and interests. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

For beginning students of any age I start out with basic open chords and how to switch between them. We'll eventually try out different picking patterns with these chords and some simple songs that utilize them. For more experienced students I will present some chords and scales and determine what level they are on and take it from there. Once my students have a grasp on some chords and scales I like to have them take turns soloing while the other plays rhythm. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Double Bass Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I'm an experienced, fun multi-instrumentalist with over 20 years of teaching and performing. I hold a Bachelor of Arts Degree from UW-Milwaukee and studied music at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. I have performed with many national acts throughout the US and Europe and also have collaborated with many artists as both a co songwriter, performer, producer and mastering engineer. I enjoy guiding students to reach their musical goals and structure lessons to be very individualized for students and their interests. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Bass Guitar

When working in private lessons, I work with each student to set goals, both long and short term. I then assume the role of a guide whenever possible, rather than an authoritarian figure, so that sudents can discover concepts for themselves vs. having the information given to them. When students discover the concepts for themselves, they tend to understand them much better because they have learned them through practical use. Read More