Bass Lessons Mecklenburg County, NC

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: Bass Guitar, Double Bass, Keyboard, Electric Guitar

For one, I focus on the importance of your ears, whether it be listening to your fellow musicians, being able to hear a common chord progression or basslines in a genre, transcribing basslines, etc. However, if we do end up using bass literature I will provide that, you will not have to acquire that on your own time. Another important element I encourage is good practicing techniques, and that means practicing with a metronome, transcribing, developing a good feel, performing as authentically as you can in the genre you are playing, tips on how to develop versatility, etc. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Bass Guitar, Double Bass, Keyboard

I started as a very motivated child in the 2 nd grade and became a student of a famous professional performer. I loved Music and the Piano, studied violin, cello, and double bass. I performed often in local concerts, theatre, and went on a tour around the State of Michigan, during High School. I was accepted as a protege at a University when I was 16; Michigan State University. I studied Music Theory Composition and began having my own compositions played by area musicians. Read More

Instruments: Drums, Bass Guitar, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I consider myself to be a Swiss Army Musician. I earned my BS in Music Ed from Western Carolina University and my MM in Percussion from Appalachian State University. I love variety more than anything! I love widening my perspective by dipping my toes into as many different styles and instruments as possible. That said, my two main avenues are rock and metal drum set, and marimba. I love having a foot in both the metal and classical worlds. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Music, Acoustic Guitar

There are various approaches used by educators when it comes to teaching music. Because every person learns differently, my teaching style is often tailored to the individual. The foundation of music, however always starts with a general understanding of theory, which is the cornerstone for all that is to follow. Constant repetition is essential in learning to play an instrument. Children do not learn a word or piece of music and then discard it. Read More