Guitar Lessons in Bloomingdale, IL

Instruments: Guitar Flute Clarinet Bass Guitar

...I always ask my students what they want to learn; I then fit the program to their needs.  If they want to be a rock lead player, than we learn the scales, theory, techniques needed.  If they want to play finger picked folk music, then we focus on those techniques and songs.  I always recommend a strong background in theory and reading but I introduce it when the student is ready for it.  Nothing is learned in a vacumn.  There is always a purpose to anything I teach. ... Read More

Instruments: Guitar

...I first picked up a guitar when I was 13 years old. I played and took lessons from a great teacher all through high school, but didn't think it was a viable career option, so I went to college for physics. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums

...First I think it is important to get to know the student and chat about what their intentions are musically. Then I can customize a lesson plan for them which includes warming up, techniques, and repertoire.... Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...My style of tutelage differs from many other teachers in that I place as much emphasis improvisation as on fundamental techniques. Etudes are fun and all (really, they are), but nothing beats having the ability to ...... Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Harmonica Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...One of those 3 things will almost always be a song of your choice (and if you don’t know what songs you want to work on, I’ll help you pick something).... Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...I have in my repertoire numerous lessons that I provide for beginners, intermediate, and advanced students alike. For young children, I start with the fundamentals, ensuring that the child has grasped the concepts before moving on.... Read More