Bass Lessons in North Las Vegas, NV

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

For beginners I usually start with Mel Bay Guitar Method, Book One or Hal Leonard Guitar Method One. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Piano Bass Guitar

I have a great deal of experience (over 20 years) teaching private lessons with students of all ages. Pianist - Felici Piano Trio, 1998-2001 Staff Accompanist - University of Georgia, 2001-2006 Instructor - Faber Piano Institute, 2006-2009 Musika lessons and private studio instructor, 2009-present Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar

I have always loved sharing my knowledge and passion for music. I first started teaching in the late eighties after returning from my years on tour as a professional musician. I taught bass and guitar in a local music store, while I continued to play the local circuit and do session work. I currently teach out of my home studio where I record my own projects as well as other bands. Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele Electric Violin Double Bass Music Electric Guitar

For beginning students who are children, I typically start with an Etude and music theory based curriculum. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Saxophone Flute Bass Guitar

In short, learning from my experiences with bad teachers enabled me to become a good -and eventually excellent- teacher. My approach stresses a thorough understanding of "the basics"... thoroughly defining the essential knowledge and skill(s) upon which everything else depends, and is built. In general, this approach emphasizes utilizing the language and concepts of "classical", jazz and blues -as these provide a very comprehensive "toolbox" of knowledge and skill(s) that enable students to gradually master their instruments while acquiring a broad range of musical knowledge that enables them to "go whereever they choose." Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching method is entirely student driven. Every student has different goals and different styles of learning. Because of this, the "cookie-cutter" approach many teachers take are ineffective. I take the time during the first lesson to ask the student what their short and long term goals are with their instrument, and from there I can start laying out a lesson plan. As I have more lessons with the student, I can observe their learning style and adjust my teaching approach accordingly.  Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I take a very personalized teaching style. Like I said in the My Methods section, I first find out the students favorite music, musicians, songs. Then I create lessons around that information. I am teaching the students chords, theory and structure while they are learning their favorite songs. And let me tell you, when students learn their first song, it is a rush that motivates them to learn more. I am very patient and work with students at their pace. Read More