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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Guitar lessons in Columbus . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Guitar Lap Steel Guitar Mandolin
The most important thing for any student of any skill level is to be excited about playing and practicing their instrument. For beginners, I start by introducing the instrument and how all the parts work together to make music. We then move on to the basics of chords and scales, along with exercises to help build dexterity in the fingers. For intermediate or more advanced students, lessons are catered more to what that particular student needs, whether they wish to work through particular songs, styles, or techniques. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar
My teaching methods are largely dependant on the needs and experience of the student. For begining guitar, bass, and key board students I generally work with several method books, and supply supplimentary materials as required. I believe that each student is unique, and what works for one student might not be sutiable for another. I assess a students learning style and develop lesson plans that emphaisze their strenths, and encourge them to develop. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I am a easy going guitarist who loves to play and talk about music. I have played guitar for fifteen years and have taught throughout my own education. I teach basic to advanced techniques and theory and can translate the concepts to other instruments like bass and keys. I took private lessons as a youth for many years and have since taught myself further. My primary background is in blues-based rock. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Djembe Acoustic Guitar
My intention is to make learning to play the guitar fun. Motivating students to practice brings me joy because I know starting out is tough. Teaching others comes effortlessly to me because I'm doing what I love. With 15 years of experience as a musician, you can feel confident in my ability to provide a quality service. I have worked at other music bussinesses as an instructor where quality standards were in place. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I've been teaching for a total of three years now. In that time I've had many different students and picked up on many different teaching techniques as a result. My experience is mostly with late elementary school students but I have also taught middle school and early high school students as well. I would consider myself most proficient in teaching those with little to no experience, but I truly enjoy teaching those who already have goals in mind when they first walk through the door as that is the starting point from my perspective. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
Im a dedicated music teacher and performer whos objective is to continually advance as a performer, educator and technical advocate in the music industry. I taught Music Theory in computer lab, advanced guitar and beginning piano at Michelle Tuesday Music In Lewis Center, Ohio. While attending OSU (from 1976-1980) I began teaching private guitar lessons In the late 70s at Jazz City Music and Cummings Music/ Reynoldsburg, I spent several years performing and traveling with local bands and performing as a solo guitarist and vocalist in the the central Ohio area. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Harmonica
I believe it's important for beginning guitar players to get a balanced understanding of the guitar, while also taking the time to enjoy the simple milestones. These milestones vary for each student, depending on their personal goals but each stage of the learning curve presents its own unique set of challenges. For many beginners, learning the basic chords and being able to perform their favorite songs is the "ultimate goal" but getting there can lend to serious growing pains... Read More
Instruments: Flute Piccolo Music
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
I did play French horn in high school-my junior year we had NONE, so I, along with a few others, volunteered to pick it up, and I ended up playing French horn for 2 years, and mellophone in my school’s marching band for my senior year as one of only 2 mellos that year. I was sad to leave my flute babies for my last year marching with my high school but it ended up being super fun, and I finally developed some upper arm strength, haha!
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
Probably either writing or working as a graphic designer, I’ve always been a bookworm and I actually almost went into graphic design rather than music, I only changed my mind about halfway through my senior year of high school.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Sometimes the smallest changes have the biggest effect, always practice the hardest things first, and always keep your drink nearby-you’d be surprised by how much taking a water break can help you refocus and relax enough to figure out a tough part. Oh, and if you can, listen to what you’re preparing to play-sometimes hearing it is the best way to know how to play it.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Personally I think anyone can benefit from lessons-but if they’re at a point where rehearsals and sectionals aren’t helping much, or if they seem to be on the cusp of hitting a breakthrough sound-wise but can’t quite get it, even just a couple of private lessons can get them the help they need to be truly great!
When will I start to see results?
It depends on the student and what they’re working on-sometimes you’ll see them right away, sometimes it takes weeks or even months to be able to notice improvement. The key is patience and attention to detail!
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
Honestly, I just thought it was the prettiest sound as a kid. I’ve always loved the way trills add that little bit of almost magical sound to a piece, and the range of sound is simply beautiful.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
Double- and triple-tonguing. Getting your tongue to move in the way you need it to and articulate that fast is exceptionally tricky. But with plenty of practice, patience, and time, it comes around!
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
While I don’t have any that I use exclusively yet, Trevor Wye’s method books, which my flute professor at Murray State encouraged me to get, are probably the most complete set of exercises and have personally helped me the most.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
Not really a piece, but playing in the pit orchestra for Anastasia, Phantom of the Opera, or Carmen would be a dream come true! If I ever got to do any of those I think I’d have to keep pinching myself!
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
First, finger warmups-my fingers tend to lock at first so I need to loosen them up. Then, tone/breath exercises (my flute professor at MSU, Dr. Stephanie Rea, gave us a set that worked wonders for my tone). Then I usually do scales-I have an app that gives me a random scale for me to do so I don’t get into a pattern where I can zone out and just get it done. Then, depending on the length of the session, I sometimes do exercises to keep my range as wide as possible-Trevor Wye has some amazing exercises for this. After that, it’s an etude or longer exercise. Then I get into my piece, usually playing it through once to get an idea of what areas I need to work on so I can break it into chunks and target those spots specifically. Then I try and do a nice cool-down so my chops don’t feel worn out-usually an easy excerpt or etude.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
Yes! My grandfather had a bluegrass band with my great uncle and some friends, my father played upright bass, my 3 older sisters played clarinet, saxophone, and drums, and my younger sister is learning guitar and drums.
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Kunihiko
I made some songs and covers for acoustic guitar, and i want to play it perfectly. I feel missing something to be 100%, so i am looking for some professional help.
Linh
I'm not particularly wanted to learn other people's songs. The main reason I want to learn these instruments is because in my current dream, I want to become a songwriter.
Abha
My 7 year old son wants to learn guitar and I was wondering if you have daily guitar lessons for summers. I was looking for a class around noon may be 3-4 days a week.