Guitar Lessons in Smyrna, TN

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

He has achieved a Master of Music degree in Classical Guitar and a Master of Music degree in Music Theory, both from the University of Cincinnati's College-Conservatory of Music (CCM). He previously had earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Albion College in Albion, Michigan, double-majoring in Guitar Performance and Economics Management. I released a debut solo album, "Shape of Fire," on March 2, 2018, produced and recorded independently by in Nashville and mixed and mastered by Jamie King (Between the Buried and Me, The Contortionist, etc.) at The Basement Recording in Winston-Salem, NC. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Synthesizer Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

For beginning students who are children, I begin with Mel Bay's Method. I'll introduce popular songs the student enjoys listening to. A student learning how to play a song by his/her favorite artist goes a long way to build confidence and passion for the instrument. For adults, I find what the student is interested in, and guide my lessons according to his/her goals - keeping the lessons engaging and fun, regardless of skill level. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Beginner students and I generally start our lessons with Mel Bays Guitar Method 1 and Intermediate to Advanced students and I start with William Levitts Modern Method for Guitar Vol. 2. When students have mastered the fundamentals of their specific lessons I work with them on songs of their choosing and we put those fundamentals into practice. The books that we use for our lessons are merely a guidance to give us a unified vision. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am also a songwriter and sound engineer having produced, recorded and mixed music for TV and Radio as well as my debut album LET IT OUT. Therefore, I can attend to each one of your musical needs in a fast and accurate manner. I have an extensive knowledge of music theory as well as live and recording sets of skills and would be able to attend to the needs of students who are professional or aspiring musicians. 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

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have been a private music instructor since I was 17 years old. I have taught students from ages 4 to 50 and up. I am able to teach many different genres because I have performed, written, and produced them. All that I have learned has been hard won, and applied in real world settings. Not just a classroom. I have used everything that I will teach you In my career. Teaching music is one of my passions. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Ukulele Acoustic Guitar

At the beginning of my experience with each student, I assess what the goals are for each student/their family, in the musical learning process. I base my teaching on that, within the framework of standard music teaching practices. Throughout the process of the student's learning, I periodically assess, not only the student's progress, but also the student's satisfaction with their learning process. As the need arises, I will make modifications or changes to the teaching, which better suit the student. Read More