Bass Lessons Multnomah County, OR

Instruments: Bass Guitar

Music has been my entire life, and I have always enjoyed my role as an instructor. Getting students to the next level, expanding their musical horizons, educating them on the Art of expression and how powerfully music can affect their life, "and" their intellect, and teaching them to enjoy the ride has been a an ongoing part of my musical heritage. Quite simply, I enjoy passing along my expertise to anyone interested in this glorious domain. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Saxophone, Clarinet, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Ukulele, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

For kids I find that having a large quantity of music to learn at each level gives more variety and sense of achievement, so I usually recommend beginning students have multiple books to aid in learning. For example a young piano student will study from lesson, theory, performance, and technique books each week. This yields a well-rounded student who is proud of their achievements and eager to move forward. For adults I recommend a lesson/theory combination book at least to help with reading music. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar, Ukulele

The approach I use to advance student learning is fun and laid back - yet direct and studious. I believe in the power of mentoring students and adults. Every student is different and has their own way of learning and growing, even as we get older. There is always room for improvement. At your first lesson we can talk about what makes sense in terms of practice week to week and will continue to see what it takes as time goes on. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele

I have taught private and group lessons to 1st grade students all the way through Adult Centers that reflect ages 55-80 years. I've had at least three students win scholarships to Berklee School of Music in Boston, all of whom have gone on through a master's program. I have played in Rock, Country, Jazz, and Latin Groups. An original tune of mine was recorded by Elton John to showcase one of his singers. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Voice, Drums, Bass Guitar, Lute, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Music is a whole lifestyle and multi-sense experience. Our everyday lives are full of rhythm and tone. We can discover how to practice with or without our instrument. In order to help students to understand what they are playing on an instrument it is best to show them how to internalize and relate the sounds to their emotions and habits. I focus on the spontaneous discovery of our own inner song. rhythm is the essence of any genre and any expression, no matter what instrument I will show my students how to listen to their "internal drummer". Read More