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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Music lessons in Colorado Springs . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Flute
I work with all ability levels, but my strength (and joy!) is engaging with beginner and intermediate flutists. I approach teaching from the "whole child" level. I recognize that you are not just a flute student; you are also an individual with a family, friends, school, sports, clubs, and other commitments. I love to be a part of your creating, experiencing, and sharing music. But being a part of the growth of your self-confidence and maturity is also an important element of the delightful journey. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
Nothing is more pleasant than being able to inspire my students to become passionate in what they do, and do what they love. The first thing i do when i begin the process of teaching a student is to ask him/her what he desires to achieve with what he wants to learn, from there i establish the intensity and demand in the apprenticeship. For those who want to achieve a professional level in the instrument must compromise his effort and his time in the study of his instrument. Read More
Instruments: Saxophone
My teaching experience began when I started giving lessons in my freshman year of college 10 years ago. I was part of the school of music's community teaching program, where I taught lessons to mostly children. Since that time I have taught in-home lessons and home studio lessons. When I teach, I try to help students discover their passion for the instrument. I structure lessons in a way that helps students enjoy what they do. Read More
Instruments: Drums
As the student progresses they will be able to work on some of their own preferred songs as well. They will learn how to adapt to the needs of the song, and add what might make it better. I stress repetition, so muscle memory and speed are instinctive, and as a drummer consistent practice is imperative. For more advanced students I will assess where they are at, address any holes in learning, and adjust my instructions based on this. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Saxophone Clarinet
My lessons are structured with attention paid to the fundamentals of each instrument and the fundamentals of music. I have learned that when a student practices a mistake over and over it remains a mistake. I immediately slow the student down and concentrate on just a measure or even two notes to accomplish correct rhythm, fingerings, articulations and phrasing. When the student can successfully play a passage correctly then the work turns into fun music making. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
Take what i know from all the instruments i know at that time and tie that to the new instrument I'm trying to learn. From there you play to what the instrument is meant for and what purpose it serves in certain genres of music.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
Perfect Pillow by the band Chon. It's extremely difficult peice and uses all the guitar techniques that i love in Prog music. It's such a beautiful piece.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
I have no clue. Maybe something with Film?
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
Every genre and style of music has something i can appreciate and take from. Its too hard to find a favorite. However prog and jazz and high up on the list.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
The only guarentreed book i use with my students is the Guitar Grimoire series of books. I choose these because there is a book on every topic a guitar player needs to learn to become a successful guitar player. From scales to chord to improvisation. They have it all. Every book is dense with information. Like an encyclopedia for guitar.
The only other books i use are books that i have personal experience with. I typically use these books when a student has a specific need or request that the Guitar Grimoire series can not help.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
The hardest thing to master on the guitar is mastering how to play the guitar.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
The people who play the guitar and the music they made always looked and sounded so cool.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
Not giving up half way through a difficult piece in front of an audience of people.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
Every single musician i have seen or talked to on earth has inspired my musicality and life as a musician in some way. Good or bad, teacher or student, you can always learn to be inspired by somebody.
When will I start to see results?
If you pay close attention to your playing and progress you will see results with in the first 10 minutes of playing an instrument. Small or big.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
If they are willing to learn and practice what they learn then they are ready for lessons. Almost any age is the right age for anybody to learn an instrument but over the years I have noticed that around the age of 6-8 is the best time to get a child into lessons. This is where I see that they learn to have the most fun with the instrument and tend to be the most interested. Not to say that this does not exist younger or older the 6-8.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Pick the things that you struggle with and make a "plan of attack" on how you will practice them. For instance, If you are struggling with chord changes, soloing, and arpeggios then you should make a practice schedule that encompasses about one hour every 2 to 3 days. Spend about 10 minutes on chord changes you would like to know like a 2-5-1. Then take that chord progression and try to solo over it for 15 minutes to improve your understanding of soloing and the chord changes. Then spend the remainder of the time trying to insert arpeggios into your solos. This was you are practicing all the elements you are struggling with while combining your understanding of them individually into one practice session.
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
When everyone in my life started to tell me i would be an idiot if i didn't do something with my talents in music. They were right!
25 Years
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Happy Customers
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Cities with Students
3,123
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