Guitar Lessons Hillsborough County, FL

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Drums, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

If, at some point, some smaller goal materializes, on we go. If you are the type who craves a lot of pressure from a teacher, I am more than capable of piling that on for you; just don't count on me to be "upset" at you for not practicing, since years of experience have told me that this does practically nothing good for anyone involved. I do not consider it my job to motivate you to be interested in music. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Every lesson is tailored to the student's specific needs and goals. I try to focus on what the student wants while incorporating guitar fundamentals and theory so they can become a well-rounded player. I believe it's important to learn a little bit of everything on guitar to build a solid foundation. Over time they will be able to cross elements from different genres to create your own unique sound. No two guitar players are exactly them same and I strive to help each student find their own "voice". Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Ukulele, Music, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I began teaching while in college earning my music degree. I have taught on and off since then as my schedule and travel allows. Most of the people I meet that want to learn to play guitar have a specific goal in mind. Some want to learn to strum chords so they can sing their favorite songs. Some want to play lead guitar. Some what to play in rock bands. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Double Bass, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My curriculum varies depending on what instrument and style the student is learning. For orchestral string instruments I use the Suzuki method books but also others. The Simandl book for bassist is an amazing resource as well. Modern Reading Text by Louis Bellson is a great book for improving not only your rhythm reading ability but also sight reading. For guitar it really depends on what the student wants to focus on. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Cello, Viola, Drums, Bass Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I really covered this in the above information,so continuing in more detail,it really depends on each individual student,their level of ability and age that determine the course of study.It also depends on the instrument.Some instruments like piano,violin or viola,books are more practical because the music is notated.With most fretted instruments,music is written in tableture which was originally used for the lute and brought back i think in the 1970s.Its easier than reading music and is more practical for those instruments. Read More