Guitar Lessons in Hermitage, TN

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Nothing is quite as rewarding as seeing a student develop a real passion for music! Because of that, I think it's important for each student to progress at their own pace. I facilitate this by encouraging students to set goals for themselves and by exposing students to as much music as possible. With every student I seek to assess their individual waxing or waning interest in the material and adjust accordingly. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

It is important that every student learns and improves at their own pace because everyone learns differently. So I break down songs and theory in to increments so that they can be more easily digested over time. I find that this method of learning is extremely helpful in the retention of the knowledge the student learns. Also not all students are interested in learning the same things so I think it is very important to find out what the student wants to learn and gain from playing music and what their expectations for themselves are. Read More

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

Evan graduated from Berklee in 2011 and Evan has split the last several years between studio gigs and touring with renown international acts. Evan has worked as the live and studio bassist for Jazz/Pop vocalist Nikki Yanofsky, the touring bassist for Country singer Nicole Frechette, the bassist and songwriter for RB group Biscuits Gravy, and tours with Virtuoso Guitarist Johnny A. In 2013 Evan worked with executive producer Quincy Jones and recorded a live session documentary at Capitol Records Evan will spend the Summer on an international tour with Nikki Yanofsky. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Harp Music Keyboard

At the student's first lesson, I do a lot of observing. I like to find out their mobile dexterity, what they may already know about music or their instrument, and go from there. I'll usually decide with the student what their goals and objectives for their instrument will be so that they have something to work towards. As a teacher who is big on encouragement, I use a rewards method. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums

The most important aspect of pedagogy which, I have learned from my own experience, is that music is best learned through MUSIC! I will always work with the student to find out what they want to play and teach through that style and those pieces; theory and technique are inherent to music from pop to classical and everything in between! I will also work with the student on expanding their own musical horizons and hopefully discover new music together with them Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Bass Guitar

Music is fun, no matter how tedious the learning process may be. With practice and determination, a student will be able to progress and love their instrument even more. Each week we will determine realistic goals for the student. If progress is made, I may come up with something creative ways to reward my students for their work. As long as I inspire and touch the lives of my students, I will feel rewarded as well. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I'm a current music industry professional with over 25 years of experience in playing and teaching guitar. I knew as early as age 10 that I wanted to pursue a career in the music industry. This desire led me to study the music industry and learn to play guitar at a very young age. I am only looking to take on a handful of students at this time since I also work full-time as a talent scout for various artist development and music production companies. Read More