Music Lessons in Aurora, IL

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...I like to teach my students how to reach their musical goals, whatever those may be. If they just want to strum a few chords, I will show them many different ways to do so, and in the context of their favorite songs. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Bass Guitar

...My teaching experience began in the Chicago public and private schools in the 1970's. Wanting to have the ability to work with a student on a one on one basis, I went into business for myself as a private teacher. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Organ

...For intermediate and advanced students, I assign pieces of various style and new techniques in order to see significant improvement and help them truly enjoy music and play for their own pleasure.    ... Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass

...Beginning at an early age, I first studied piano and trumpet. Playing in a horn band while in junior high, out of necessity as we couldn't find a bass player that could 'read', I first took up the electric bass.While attending Roosevelt High School in Des Moines, IA, I played bass in the jazz band, was the recipient of theLouis Armstrong Jazz Awardand was the bassist in a successful regional rock band (Ecstasy).I then attended the University of Northern Iowa playing in the #1 Jazz Band and inWater Babies an acoustic septet.Both the big band and small group won numerous collegiate festivals throughout the country.While at UNI, I played in the orchestra and was the principle bassist in the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony.In my senior year I transferred to the University of Iowa to study with the late great Dr.... Read More

Instruments: Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...Each student has unique strengths and weaknesses and it's very important to learn each student's routines and habits. With this in mind, I will create an environment that facilitates encouragement and constructive criticism.... Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...I primarily find myself teaching guitar, but am equally capable in teaching bass guitar and music theory. As a working Bassist and Guitarist, on top of music theory, I can teach a variety of styles including but not limited to jazz, rock, punk, funk, RB, country, and metal.... Read More