Guitar Lessons in Boxford, MA

Instruments: Guitar Drums Electric Guitar

For beginning students, I typically begin by teaching how to use proper technique and how to read music, chord changes or tablature. Once the student is ready, I will work with the student on pieces or songs that we choose together. For guitar students, I use songs as a basis for teaching scales, new chords and improvisation. For drum students, I use songs and solos as a means for teaching rudiments, grooves, fills and improvisation. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My methods and teaching style vary from student to student. My objective is to select and/or develop methods that fit the student individually in respect to their identity and learning style. Here's a rundown of subjects and methods I feel benefit students' development as a guitarist and musician: - Ear Training: listen to songs the student is interested in and transcribe the guitar part along with the student; identify notes and intervals by ear; learn to sing a melody accurately - Music Theory: teach the students about relationships between notes and harmonic structures; explain concepts of harmonic travel and resolution; review different keys on the guitar and how to identify/use them - Improvisation: I provide backing tracks and music theory context, then trade off improvised solos based on the provided key, scale, and genre - Technical Proficiency: use specialized written exercises and metronomic training to increase speed and accuracy; use chord charts, tablature, and sheet music to internalize chord shapes and changes; written and aural exercises on sight reading sheet music and/or tablature - Songwriting: suggest and explain song structures, the purpose of various sections and how they fit together; suggest various approaches to composing a piece of music Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

My curriculum is entirely driven by the students needs. I don't believe that one blanket method works for all individuals. Therefore, I spend the early lessons getting to know the student and designing the layout for our lessons moving forward. There are definitely certain books that I have used to assist with teaching. These books are dependant on the level of the student. Some of these books are Ted Green's "Chord Chemistry", "Rythms Complete" by Bugs Bower, and the Hal Leonard guitar method books. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Violin Ukulele Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I really focus on offering differentiated instruction and understand the importance of being able to adapt student to student. I typically do break our sessions up into focused segments in my lesson plans. I ensure that we cover music theory, rhythm exercises, improvising, and more. As far as practice material goes, I begin most with simple sheet music and some print-outs, however, we will expand into books, recording, and writing your own music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele Double Bass Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Growing up in New Orleans, LA, I have performed with many outstanding musicians in the area including Russell Batiste, Johnny Vidagovich and Ed Petersen. I also had a regular gig performing withsaxophonist Bill Kelsey, formerlyDuke Jordans sideman as well Al Hirt. Notable venues in the New Orleans area include Tipitina's, Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro, The Maple Leaf and The Howlin' Wolf. While in New Orleans I co-led a Latin/Jazz ensemble that included guitarist Makuni Fukuda, currently touring with Aaron Neville. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I began teaching my friends and family for fun in my early teens. My mom is a teacher and she taught me the basics of guitar at a young age. By the time I graduated High School it seemed like being a guitar instructor was the only job for me. It still seems that way, however I have expanded my business towards building and repairing guitars, amplifiers, and effect pedals. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I love music and love teaching. I am an experienced musician and song writer. I have toured in bands and have a great variety of experience in different genres of music. I have served as a worship leader and lead guitarist at the Crossing Life Church in Windham, NH, as well as collaborated on several recording projects over the years. I have taught private lessons on and off over the past 10 years by word of mouth referrals. Read More