Bass Lessons Johnston County, NC

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar

I havebeen playing bass for eight years, guitar on and off for about five or six years, piano for four years, voice for two years, and classical guitar for a year and a half. I have experience in tutoring college level music theory and I have given bass and guitar lessons on and off since I first started playing. I also have real experience teaching general music and choir to real elementary and middle schoolers, grades K-8. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Music, Acoustic Guitar

They add it to their vocabulary or repertoire, gradually using it in new and more sophisticated ways. As with language, the child’s effort to learn an instrument should be met with sincere praise and encouragement. Each child learns at his/her own rate, building on small steps so that each one can be mastered. Children are also encouraged to support each other’s efforts, fostering an attitude of generosity and cooperation. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Guitar For Kids. For teenage and adult students I use Hal Leonard's Guitar Method Complete Edition. For classical guitar students I use Aaron Shearer's Learning the Classic Guitar Volume 2. After a student has a grasp over basic technique, chords, and reading I like to split the lesson between book work (note reading) and teaching students to play songs that they enjoy. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Bass Guitar, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I have been teaching music lessons for over 5 years. When I first started, I taught part time for people in my church. I began to realize that I love to help develop people. I see myself as a catalyst for realizing full potential. I believe a teacher's greatest asset is not necessarily how much knowledge that can instill into their student, because knowledge can only take you so far. Rather a teacher's greatest asset is inspiration. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, Double Bass

I started teaching guitar 21 years ago when a friend of mine asked for some pointers. After working with him for a couple months, it became apparent to me that I was really enjoying sharing the techniques and tricks to more comfortable, relaxed playing. I then pursued a career in teaching music as well as several other disciplines (First Aid/CPR/AED and snowsports). I currently provide instruction to a regular roster of private clients as well as teach guitar to Veterans through the regional chapter of Guitars For Vets Of The Carolinas. Read More