Guitar Lessons in Bessemer City, NC

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

I have a series of written exercises for all levels of students for each instruments, as well as a list of songs I assign to help them build a repertoire. However, the interests of the student come first and foremost. I try to keep the material close to the styles the student favors so they stay engaged and enjoy the challenge of learning their favorite songs. Read More

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

I teach the electric bass, double bass (acoustic or upright bass), and the guitar up to a professional playing level. College and performance prepatory are also personal skills I can help with. I am also well-versed in buying (and selling!) instruments for various playing levels. I can help you find an instrument if you are just starting out or find one of your dreams! Beyond this, I am capable of helping my students set up their bass or guitar for optimum playing performance. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I realize that each student is different, so I treat them as individuals. However, I do stress regular daily practice, even for short time periods. Regularity in practice is more important than long practice periods in my experience. I try to apply the three T's in my own playing and gradually incorporate these into my teaching, TASTE, TONE and TECHNIQUE. I enjoy seeing students progress because it reassures me that I understand the subject well, You have to know a subject 3 times as well if you teach it because a student will always ask a question you never thought of. Read More

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 Voice Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I've learn a lot from touring and being a professional musician, but I also gained a ton of knowledge from several highly skilled Berklee professors. With certifications in both Guitar Specialization and Music Theory, the methods and skills I teach will have most beginners playing songs and understanding how music theory works in no time!! I have been teaching since 2016 and currently have several students who have been taking lessons with me for years. Read More

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

I am a passionate and motivated instructor who loves to teach. I greatly enjoy helping students achieve their musical goals. In 2010, I graduated from Tennessee Temple University with a B.S. in Church Music with an emphasis in voice. I have a heart for people and love leading in worship. I have had the opportunity and privilege to lead worship in several States, as well as over seas. I have over 5 years experience teaching, as well as leading several worship teams. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Recorder Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching experience dates back to high school, when I helped others prepare for their vocal performances in our school competitions. Upon beginning my college career as a musical theatre major, I began to have many fellow students come to me for audition help and vocal training. I realized the value that one-on-one musical instruction can have not only for others, but for me as well. Even for those who have taken music lessons in a classroom setting, private lessons allow them to receive specialized guidance they may not be able to receive otherwise. Read More