Guitar Lessons in Englewood Cliffs, NJ

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

Sometimes the best way to learn is to just pick up the guitar and play it. I try to keep this in mind when engaging with a student. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Keyboard Djembe Acoustic Guitar

Over the years, I've taken lessons from instructors who had an array of teaching styles. While in high school, I was taught through intimidation and was scared into learning, which is something I was able to handle. This methods can actually turn students away from music which is the main reason dislike approach. Students should be comfortable and relaxed when entering a lesson. This not only creates a positive learning environment for the student but helps create a relationship between instructor and student that only helps the growth of both individuals. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

I'm very patient and fun. My concept is a very straight forward approach by applying theory and technique to pieces of music. The student learns proficiencies [scales, chords, theory, technique and more ] Develops a song list. With a check list of things to do with the songs. melody, chords , advanced chords , chord melody, improvisation, riffs Also we study composition and song writing. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Trumpet Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Basic note identification exercises along with simple chords to get students started. After that, we'll dive into the pentatonic scale, and start to put the chords to actual songs. Trumpet - In the beginning, simply getting a sound on trumpet can be a challenge. Once that's accomplished, we'll start on basic etudes and technical exercises out of the Arban book. Drums - Basic rhythm exercises for beginners, and fun games using a variety of percussion keeps students engaged and having fun! Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Acoustic Guitar

I have had over 20 years of teaching experience in voice and guitar. In addition to my private teaching practice, I've taught at The Little Red School House in Manhattan as well as the Groove Academy in Edison, NJ. Although I have had the opportunity to teach to classes in the past, I much prefer one on one teaching. I feel that the student gains so much more by individualized lessons and can improve so much more quickly. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I began playing guitar professionally in New Jersey in 1996. I have been teaching private lessons part time for the last 10yrs. I instructed a guitar course at Union County College for students ages 9 to 17 years of age. This course was an introductory course that taught students the basics of guitar. Students learned many different styles of music. At the completion of the course students gave a performance to their friends and family. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I listen and watch students and learn from them what it is they need, going from wherever they may be with the instrument, to the next step. And then beyond, all at a pace which motivates them while making them confident they have what they need to enjoy their own music. Each student is unique and I tailor what we do to their age, level of experience, musical aspirations and personality. Read More