Guitar Lessons in Thompsons Station, TN

Instruments: Piano Guitar Synthesizer Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

For adults, I use a heavy emphasis on training the ear and understanding music in "the bigger picture". It's critical to not just see a bunch of notes or chords, but to be able to analyze why those notes/chords fall where they do and what relation they have to each other, and to the song as a whole. The next step is to use that knowledge and apply it to improvisation and composition. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Nothing is quite as rewarding as seeing a student develop a real passion for music! Because of that, I think it's important for each student to progress at their own pace. I facilitate this by encouraging students to set goals for themselves and by exposing students to as much music as possible. With every student I seek to assess their individual waxing or waning interest in the material and adjust accordingly. Read More

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

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music ! Therefore its important that each student progress at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for each student. Acknowledging accomplishments help fuel a students desire to progress. I tailor lessons to the students level as well as there interest in music. Many of my students have gone on to become professionals or involved in their church, school or community music programs. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I am a passionate teacher and love to see my students progress. Motivating them is priority and the feeling of getting better is the best way to do it. I am a fun person and I love to make my lessons enjoyable and comfortable to maximize learning. My goal is to help the student leave every lesson feeling like a better guitar player. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Ukulele Mandolin

I am a motivated and energetic instructor who finds joy in sharing the world of music with students of all ages and backgrounds. I graduated from Belmont University with a Bachelor of Music degree in Commercial Guitar Performance and a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Music Business. I have been living, performing, and teaching in Nashville and the surrounding areas for the past five years. Before then, I taught guitar and music fundamentals in my hometown in Texas. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching philosophy is that students blossom at their own pace. Some concepts might be more difficult for some to grasp than others. Students may excel in some areas and struggle in others. I teach sustainable and kind methods of practice and learning. I believe that a teachers true job is to teach a student how to practice. I encourage short and long term goal-setting. I believe that what keeps any musician coming back to the woodshed is enthusiasm. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Flute Piccolo Oboe Music Acoustic Guitar

I am a multi-instrumentalist seeking to share my talents with the world! I graduated from the University of Kentucky in 2016 with a Master of Music degree in Music Therapy and in 2012 graduated from the University of Louisville with a Bachelor of Music in Oboe Performance. I love performing music, teaching music, and providing music therapy services. I have played in oboe recitals, high school musicals, church services, open mic nights, tribute bands, hospitals, nursing homes, and performed at Carnegie Hall. Read More