Music Lessons in Draper, UT

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My name is Johnny and I have been playing guitar since I turned 13. Throughout the many years I have spent playing with other musicians, learning music theory from, (teachers and independent study). Currently playing bass in Morgan and the Mountain and am currently writing a Progressive Metal album, along with writing music for commercial distribution, as well as Jazz, Funk, Neosoul, Rock, Blues, and R&B. I LOVE music and teaching allows me to pass my knowledge and experience to you. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I like to teach each student or client that I work with as I assess what is best for each individual. I am very organized in my work to always be aware of where each person that I work with is at and which way each person is going as I work with him/her. I adapt each program to the individual so that there is no confusion, misunderstanding, or misinterpretation of people involved with the teaching in any way. Read More

Instruments: Piano

In my studio, students and their needs and concerns are most important. I love to see students grow in confidence and progress under my guidance. I approach my piano teaching with a calm and patient attitude. I believe piano is best learned in an encouraging and positive environment. I try to help students see how and why they are progressing as well as communicate clearly how and why the curriculum helps them to reach their goals. Read More

Instruments: Trombone

I love music and I love teaching. I have been playing the trombone for over 10 years and been involved in music since a very young age. My love of music has given me the opportunity to perform in some of Utah's best music halls, such as Abravanel Hall and The Conference Center on Temple Square, with some of Utah's best performing groups, such as the Utah Symphony and Caleb Chapman's Soundhouse. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

We all go at our own pace, and we should not compare our musical progress to others' musical progress. I will help my students make their own unique musical goals and gradually achieve them through a kind and loving teaching approach. I will adapt to each of my student's learning preferences, whether that is visual, aural, or written. I will give positive feedback, and step-by-step ways in which improvement can happen. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Keyboard

I approach piano and violin instruction from a foundational, constructive perspective, combined with building rapport and reciprocal clarifying communications. Essentially this means that the student and I interact to build understanding by using the familiar to grasp the unfamiliar. An example is: When teaching hand position, I use the natural position the student already has when the hand is relaxed to build the hand playing position. The student is encouraged to ask questions, to feel free to make mistakes in order to take the risks necessary for true understanding and growth, and to engage in productive discussion leading to personal clarity with regard to their playing. Read More

Instruments: Flute

I usually start out using the Rubank Method, but I frequently incorporate some Suzuki and other ear training methods as well. I also like to use Trevor Wye's books for more advanced students. I like to expose all students to a classical repertoire of performance pieces, using basics for beginners and progressing in difficulty as the student gains more control of the instrument. I use a variety of books with etudes, or studies, to give students a strong background in technique while also teaching various musical concepts such as theory and improvisation. Read More