Guitar Lessons in California, OH

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

Noah W. recently earned a masters degree in classical guitar performance at the University of Cincinnati (CCM), where he served as a teachers assistant. He also holds a bachelors in classical guitar performance from UC and an associates degree in music from Sinclair Community College. Noah mainly plays classical guitar but also has experience performing rock and pop. He has participated in Master Classes for guitarists such as Oscar Ghiglia, Mak Grgc, Paul Odette, and Frank Wallace. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trombone Drums Bass Guitar Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Growing up with a music teacher for a mom, I began playing piano, learning music theory, and sight-reading at age 5. After years of studying piano, I expanded my musical journey by picking up the trombone, bass, guitar, and drums by the age of 12. I am a passionate instructor who loves to watch students grow and develop. The majority of my teaching experience has been in the realm of sports and physical education, however, I have a deep love for music and it brings me joy to share my gifts with others. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Music Acoustic Guitar

Ambient Studios Producer/Engineer David P. began piano lessons at age eight. During his high school years, he began playing drums and singing at shows around the greater Cincinnati area. David began composing and producing commercial music shortly after graduating high school, working for Panoptic Media. There he created jingles and soundtracks for films, videos, commercials and documentaries. He now has over twenty five years of production experience performing and/or recording with international artists such as Grammy award winner Tyler Childers, Rock Roll Hall of Famer Bootsy Collins, Multi-Grammy award winner Noel Paul Stookey (Peter, Paul, Mary), Guthrie Trapp guitarist for John Oates, Canadian songwriter Hall of Famer Sylvia Tyson, Paul Delph, Michael Jonathon of WoodSongs, The Nashville Celts, Harry Sparks founder of Famous Old Time Music Company, John Goodsall guitarist for Brand X, and C.C. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Ukulele

James Meade is a classical guitarist from Eastern Kentucky who currently residing in Cincinnati. As an artist, he believes in working to broaden the cultural horizon of his instrument through the arrangement and performance of works from around the world. As an educator, he believes in an equality of opportunity for today’s youth in [music]education regardless of socio-economic position. James has given concerts throughout the United States, Ecuador and Italy. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

I have been teaching for over 20 years. I have taught at the University level, small mom and pop music stores, large chain stores, as well as my own studio. It is imperative that the lessons are a positive musical experience, and fun for the student. Its my job to motivate and help the student gain confidence and feel good about his or her playing. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Mandolin Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I believe that music a personal experience. When faced with a new student I always ask them what type of music they are into and what are they interested in learning and how that type of music makes them feel. It is a critical part of my teaching method. I believe when a student is learning something they have a personal connection to they are more engaged. For beginner students I have them do exercises and teach them about various scales. Read More

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

 I implement materials of my own design mixed with songs of the students choosong and tastes, and typically have them up and playing a song or two that they like in a couple of lessons.  All ages, styles, and expereince levels are welcome. For reading,  I like to use a combination of notation, tabs and chord diagrams.  And while I dont absolutely insist that the student learn to read notation, I do strongly encourage it. Read More