Guitar Lessons in Normandy Isle, FL

Instruments: Guitar Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

For children and other beginners, I would start our lessons by encoding the basic function of music theory application of a drum pad. This will allow stick control and muscle memory to begin developing. As the beginner becomes more of a novice, I will introduce simple and repetitive songs and go over them as whole pieces. Those who are experienced in percussion, I will have them show me all of the rudiments they know, any complete pieces they have memorized, and have 5 minutes of improvisation. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I teach fundamentals of music theory, classical guitar technique, and repertoire, sight reading, and overall musicianship, as well Rock and Metal. The environment you will be learning in is open and non-threatening, so that you are not afraid to make mistakes. I enjoy teaching and sharing my experience with others. With my study, experience and continual practice, I look to deliver a strong fundamental knowledge to each student in a fashion that best suits their individual needs. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

It's extremely rewarding and gratifying seeing some of my beginner students as well as advanced starting from scratch on a daily continuing effort, practicing and studying hard, pushing forward putting time on a daily basis practicing in class and on their own finally becoming and developing into seasoned and experienced musicians and joining musical bands some; and doing solo musical projects others. Recording and performing professionally. Give you a sense accomplishment having been able to change lives and be part of their future. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have experience teaching back to my college days. Since then I have found that I love to share my knowledge in music. I began teaching private lessons 5 years ago. I like to motivate my students to have a consistent practicing schedule. I like combining music theory with modern music. I always encourage students perform weather in recitals, shows, bands as well as get their creativity flowing by helping write their own compositions. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

I tend to be very patient with students and understand that if they are not enjoying the lesson they will not learn or practice as much as they should. I try to get my students playing music quickly, once they are playing and not just practicing it becomes fun. I use small duo pieces that allows the student to learn a very simple melody then play along with me. This become quite enjoyable in a very short amount of time. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I use Beyer's Elementary Instruction tutor for beginners, another extensively used tutor that is inexpensive and pretty thorough. Bayer is all classicist but very easy to follow. It has technique and repertoire that is priceless for any beginner and for a good refresher too. Together with Bayer I introduce the student to an array of other books in order to spice up the course. "Harmony at the Keyboard" by R.O.Morris, where you learn harmony playing the piano and end up playing Bach's Chorales and composing melodies and harmonies to thorough basses from some of the best classical composers, a discipline that is key to arrangement and composition. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I first focus on the guitar level the student is at. From then on I can make a customized lesson for each student covering basic concepts such as tablature reading, understanding of the fret board, open cords, power chords, right and left hand positioning, picking techniques, and the minor pentatonic scale. I teach mostly blues, rock and heavy metal but I can teach other genres as well if you are into acoustic more calm guitar playing I love that as well. Read More