Music Lessons in Fort Collins, CO

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Music Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My methods really depend on the level of the student. For beginners, I tend to stick to basics by teaching them chords, scales, and basic music theory; by using music that they would like to learn how to play. To aid with the learning of basic music theory, I might have the students learn some older music, just as a chance to analyze it, but nothing more than that unless of course they would like to. Read More

Instruments: Flute Piccolo

Everyone is different and they have different goals for themselves. As a teacher, it’s difficult to learn by being rushed or lagging behind, so I believe it’s important that every student is able to learn at their own pace. I encourage this by highlighting accomplishments, no matter how small, so that way it can encourage a student to want to keep learning. Most importantly, I want to see and learn all about what inspires the student and recognize the goals they have to propel them forward towards a love for music. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Ukulele Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I customize my lessons based on the goals of my students. Even if you never picked up a guitar before, my patient approach will have you playing songs and having fun from the first lesson. Do you want to learn the techniques of songwriting? Form your first band? Understand chords, scales, and theory? Improve upon the skills you already know and bring your playing to the next level? I can guide you to reach your musical goals. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin

I'm an experienced professional guitarist with miles on the road, hours in the studio, and years teaching. I am really friendly and enthusiastic in lessons, and can cater the lessons to you. I can teach you guitar. Anything you want to learn. Read More

Instruments: Piano

My teaching style is instill the love of music in students. I do want my students to grow up and still playing piano because they love to play, not because their parents forced them to play. I want them love piano from the bottom of their hearts. In order to achieve that, I adjust the material according to the student's progresses. I do not mind skipping levels if the student has demonstrated previous knowledge or skills to go to a more advanced level. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I have studied several approaches to teaching including Orff, Montessori, and Suzuki. I love to seek out new ways to effectively instruct my students. In music learning, I believe that listening is of utmost importance. One must internalize and interact with the music they hear so that they may develop a concept for what they would like to play. From there, students work with me to allow their musical voice to come through their instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Synthesizer Recorder

My approach is based largely on the intentions of the student. Beginner students will need a foundation to build on, that foundation will include singing, reading music, clapping rhythms, learning melodies, and free exploration for a fearless musical future. Older experienced students will be exposed to a More in depth view of the fundamental components of music, a particular group twelve crucial aspects that must work effortlessly in concert to create an impressionable musical experience. Read More