Guitar Lessons in Murfreesboro, TN

Instruments: Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I strictly teach a practical and real world approach that quite frankly is not in any "textbooks" out there. I developed this approach through 25 years of playing professionally in a variety of genres (CCM/Worship, Pop, Country/Folk/Americana, etc.) and helping dozens of artists in those various genres as a music industry consultant. My method of guitar instruction is best suited for an individual who is interested in pursuing a career as a singer/songwriter regardless of the specific genre. Read More

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

The handouts are in color and done with a graphics program so they're not handwritten. I teach them to play scales with a metronome and they are usually playing 16 th notes and counting it out while they play it in the first month.I want to get them off and running. I teach them to read chord charts in the first month and have students reading notation in F and G clef in 5-6 hours worth of lesson time. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I originally started teaching private lessons late in high school and have been teaching students ever since. I greatly enjoy the lessons I teach and it is very important to my that my student teaching enjoys them too. I have taught students with experience levels ranging from beginner to advanced, and ages ranging from kids to adults. I have had many incredible guitar teachers over the years who have inspired in many ways, and my goal is to provide the same inspiration and guidance that I have been given in the past. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Saxophone Drums

Being able to teach others and share my knowledge is what drives me, so I like to see progress. I have a goal-oriented approach that differs depending on the individual, but the results are always there. I love feeling the satisfaction of a student learning. Not to mention the relationships that are built and how much I learn from them in turn! It truly is a give and take relationship, just another individual sharing experience and knowledge. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I currently teach part time, with my main focus being on individual, case-by-case teachings and lessons. I have found that every student has different interests/passions and it is my job to further develop them. I will cater to your specific needs, whether it be an instrument, singing, or songwriting, with a high emphasis on practice, especially for beginner students. Most of all, I will make sure to keep it fun! Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Synthesizer Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

In addition to recording an album of original music, I have had the privilege of working as a live musician. I have played in a touring band as the lead singer and keyboardist, and have also performed hundreds of gigs as a solo musician. Events/venues that I have played at include weddings, fundraisers, parties, clubs, bars restaurants and more. It is my goal to help students reach a level to where they are able to receive a steady flow of paying gigs. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Begginer, intermediate, and advanced skills you can expect to gain under my instruction are as follows: -Proper care and maintenance of instrument -Note retention -Ear training -Chord theory -Scale theory -Composition -Various picking techniques -CAGED method -Improvising -Harmony -Finger strength conditioning -Rythm playing techniques -Lead playing techniques Each category along with its individual nuances will be explored and executed in the most effecient way possible in order to achieve mastery. Read More