Guitar Lessons in Cherryville, NC

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am about 95% self-taught. Except for occasional tips from others, I have never had any formal music lessons. I started playing guitar at age 12. I'm now 67 so I have been playing over 50 years. Nevertheless, I am still trying to improve my playing and learn more about music theory and guitar playing. I started playing basic chords using a system that had a sticky sheet to paste onto the neck at the first position. Read More

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

When I teach, I strive to create custom lesson plans and materials that are tailored to each student's unique needs and goals. My methods involve taking the time to get to know my students and understanding their individual strengths and weaknesses. I use this information to create lesson plans that are realistic and achievable based on the amount of time the student has to practice. We will be making music quickly! Read More

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 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: Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Hey there, music lovers! My name is Jordan and I am a professional musician, singer, and songwriter in the Upstate area. I have been playing guitar for 15 years and have been writing songs for 12 years. With the release of 2 original albums and opportunities to play throughout the Southeast and abroad, music has been my lifelong passion and is an experience I love to share with others. Although I was introduced to guitar via the electric, I fell in love with the acoustic and the acoustic guitar has become my specialty. 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

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

I have been teaching music lessons for over 5 years. When I first started, I taught part time for people in my church. I began to realize that I love to help develop people. I see myself as a catalyst for realizing full potential. I believe a teacher's greatest asset is not necessarily how much knowledge that can instill into their student, because knowledge can only take you so far. Rather a teacher's greatest asset is inspiration. Read More