Music Lessons in Eastwood, AL

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Drums Bass Guitar Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Most of my lesson plans are customized for each student, depending the style they are interested in, and the level that they are already playing. Generally speaking for beginners, I begin with teaching about the instrument (string names, frets, tuning, etc.). Then we move on to chords, starting with the easiest ones to play. Once they have grasped how the instrument and chords work, we continue on to melodies and simple 3 chord songs. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet French Horn

I have always had a love for music. It has always been something that I love to do and also share with others. I was involved in music during my high school years, being in both choir and band, and proceeded to earn my music degree from UNA. I have had many opportunities to perform including for the 2014 BOA Championship at Lucas Oil Stadium, and sing for the President of the University of North Alabama. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Organ Keyboard

At the end of the day, my main goal is to have my students love music so much that they'd rather practice than watch the latest episode of their favorite TV show. I want my students to go the their music whenever they have a chance, not because they have to practice, but because they want to. I individualize every student's lesson plan, from the time we have their "method book fitting" to the time they are haveing their final lesson with me before a competition. Read More

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

For any beginner musician, I find it is very important to have a general idea of the most basic level of theory. A student should know how the notes relate to each other and why. Strict rules and "know-how" are important, but music is expressive and creative. If you want to build a bridge, you should build your bridge to be the unique image you choose; however, you need to know which tools to use to get started. Read More