Guitar Lessons in North Tampa, FL

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I also have extensive performing experience in pit orchestras and reading orchestras, as I've played over 300 performances of broadway musicals "Mama Mia," and "Grease." In 2009, I moved to the Philippinnes where I lived for 12 years and also build a career performing jazz as well as singing in Filipino. I appeared on local and national TV news as well as multiple radio interviews, singing and playing guitar on ABS-CBN, GMA Network, and DWPR, Energy FM, as well as other local radio stations in the Philippines. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Synthesizer Electric Violin Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I studied music education extensively and studied orchestral conducting with Dr. William Weidrich. After obtaining my Bachelors in Music from USF in 2013, I taught masterclasses in several middle, elementary, and high schools. I was briefly the music teacher at Westshore Elementary School before transitioning back into private lessons. I pivoted my career to food service management for five years from 2, learning valuable customer service and management skills. In 2018, I began teaching private lessons again at Westchase Music School. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

It is so vital to the student’s success to enjoy the lesson plan. I start beginners with the basic fundamentals, learning chord progression, and the anatomy of the guitar, utilizing a wealth of friendly user print outs such as chords, scales, blank guitar necks, etc. Adult learners need positive reinforcement and encouragement as well, helping them to overcome barriers in their thinking, listening to them as to their goals, and marking out a clearly defined objective for the learning experience. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Ukulele

I've always loved the power of music and sharing my knowledge and experience of it with others. I've been playing the piano and guitar since I was in high school, either with friends or just playing solo pieces. I've been reading music since middle school, when I picked up the trombone in the school band and was introduced to what music can do you for you as well as whatever group you're in. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Fiddle Double Bass Music Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

For violin, viola, cello and bass, I teach the Suzuki method. The Suzuki method is based strongly on memory and takes a systematic approach to introducing music of increasing difficulty. For classical guitar, I start off with the Frederick Noad system, "Solo Guitar Playing", and scales. As skill level increases, I assign more etudes and standard guitar repertoire. For acoustic guitar, I teach almost exclusively finger-picking. I teach the same high standard skills for acoustic guitar that I teach for classical, but concentrate on masterpieces of the repertoire. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have a non-judgemental, fun and passionate attitude towards learning that has served my students well over the years. I've found that the amount of passion we have determines how likely we are to achieve learning, understanding and mastery. I've developed an experiential approach to learning that has served me well and that I encourage in all my students. I teach lessons that are designed specifically for each student's particular ability and inclinations ,encouraging them to pick subjects they're interested in. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

To inspire....beginning withthe 1st lesson by showing you how to play a song.. I want you to fall in love with your guitar or bass. I usually begin by using TheMel Bay approach in learning how to read music and learning the application of chords.Bass guitar, is a different approach. Learning patterns and understanding the importance oflistening and establish "the groove". Regardless of the style of music you enjoy we will have a great time learning how to apply the music you enjoy with your guitar or bass. Read More