Guitar Lessons in Kingsbury, TX

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 Voice Bass Guitar Ukulele Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I tailor my methods according to the specific needs of each student. I feel that it is my job to assess the needs and learning style of a student and adapt what I offer to them and do so by deeply listening and observing what a student can do when we first meet to what I can determine are their interests and goals and what styles or approaches most fire up their creative excitement. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

For those interested in learning the fundamentals of music reading and music theory I will usually recommend the following books and methods: The FJH Young Beginners Series The Hal Leonard Guitar Method For students interested in classical guitar, I use the following method books: Pumping Nylon, Scott Tennant Classical Guitar for Young People, Matt Hinsley All method books by Aaron Shearer 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

Instruments: Guitar Music Electric Guitar

My approach to teaching is based on the goals of each individual student. I always ask the student what their skill level is and what their goals are, and I use that information to create the right lesson for each individual. I also always encourage students to be honest about what they like and don't like about the lessons, and I am never bothered if a student doesn't like something or wants to do things differently. Read More

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

For violin I usually use Suzuki Method and will introduce etudes like Wohlfahrt or Kreutzer. I also have fun with Christmas music, pop and fiddle. If they are young children aged 4-6, I will use the "I Can Read Music" by Joanne Martin. For guitar I use a variety of different classical method and etude books. In addition, I will introduce different genres according to what each student wants to learn, for example, rock, pop, worship, etc. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Saxophone Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I care about my students progress and their well being. Music is my life but it can also be very frustrating and difficult. I never want to make a student feel stressed out or feel bad about themselves during one of my lessons. If a student is struggling with a piece of music, we can focus on the difficult part and break it down to just a few notes at a time. Read More