Guitar Lessons in Cibolo, TX

Instruments: Guitar Music Electric Guitar

Music has always been extraordinarily important in my life, and I love seeing when other people share that love of music. I've been playing guitar for 18+ years, and during that time I've played with many different groups in styles including rock, blues, jazz-fusion, jazz, avant-garde, and more. I've had the opportunity to study guitar with masters of the guitar including Dave Manley (played with Herbie Hancock, Jill Scott, The Roots, and others), Mike Stern (played with Miles Davis, Jaco Pastorius, Pat Metheny, Michael Brecker, and many others), Tim Miller (Randy Brecker, Mick Goodrick, George Garzone), Norm Zocher (Jerry Bergonzi, Bob Moses, Esperanza Spalding) and more. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Mandolin Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I provide enough material and information to keep you going through the week, or for however long you decide to take between lessons. I will show you chords and give you websites demonstrating how to form those chords with your hands. I will also provide you with scales that you can use to learn any melody you hear! I am flexible enough to find what interests you and my passion is infectious. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar

The more exposure I've had to teaching, the more I have grown to love the challenge and opportunity that comes with sharing my passion for music with others. In the past few years, I've had students as young as 7 and as old as 55. In each case, I've been careful to craft a curriculum that meets the interest and ability of each student. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Double Bass Tuba Music Electric Guitar

My methods include a number of fundamentals that include scales, technique and learning how to get around the instrument with ease and versatility. For beginners, I like to focus on the George Vance techniques and teaching in order to build a strong foundation. At the intermediate level, I like to find out what the students find interesting and cater the lesson plans around that. Same applies for adult students, I like to see where their interest are and focus on those aspects during the lessons while ensuring that their fundamental chops are at the level they need to be. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Viola Ukulele Fiddle Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Every student has a different learning style and learns at their own pace. I myself am a tactile kinesthetic learner and tend to teach this way. For example, I enjoy using colored pencils to highlight articulation and dynamics. If a student is younger, I use stickers to help students keep track of where they are in the piece. I tailor my instruction to what each of my students needs and want to learn. Read More

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

The first lesson typically is to set expectations and evaluate the students level of guitar knowledge. For beginners, we start from the beginning utilizing Aaron Shearers method book. For the intermediate player, we find music that is appropriate for their level of playing while also focusing on reading music and music theory applied to the guitar. For advanced players, we begin by reviewing music theory applied to guitar and focus on music for their level of playing. advanced players will go through the same practices as a university student studying guitar performance. Read More

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

I have almost 30 years of Guitar Instruction and Live Performance expertise to offer you as a guide along your musical journey. I have taught thousands of students in all styles and skill levels over the years. Let me help you become the best musician you can possibly be. I offer personalized lesson plans catered to each individual student and their musical tastes and playing preferences. All ages and stages welcome!! Read More