Music Lessons in Grove City, OH

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Synthesizer Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I began teaching private guitar lessons while I was attending Ohio State University. I was a teaching assistant while in graduate school. During my school days I thought of teaching music simply as a way to earn some money. After completing my college work I became a touring freelance musician, performing with widely-varying artists and an extremely wide range of style and genres. I noticed that, because of the excellent understanding of music I was given, I could easily go from one genre to another effortlessly, while most of the musicians with whom i played seemed to stay within one particular style or feel. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I'm passionate about student growth through the wonderful medium that music is. I graduated from Wesleyan College in 2014 with a Bachelors of Arts in Music focused in Vocal performance and a studio art minor with a painting focuse, and this fall I am going to start working towards a Masters of Fine Arts at Columbus College of Art and Design. Music conects me to people, places, and my own emotions like nothing else. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Harmonica

I believe it's important for beginning guitar players to get a balanced understanding of the guitar, while also taking the time to enjoy the simple milestones. These milestones vary for each student, depending on their personal goals but each stage of the learning curve presents its own unique set of challenges. For many beginners, learning the basic chords and being able to perform their favorite songs is the "ultimate goal" but getting there can lend to serious growing pains... Read More

Instruments: Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have been objectively involved in music production since I was a little boy and continue to develop musically by teaching and active listening.. I believe that experiencing music on deep levels provides for a more extensive enjoyment of life itself and teaching ,being a profound musical endeavor,always keeps us fresh and excited to learn new things ! Each lesson that I have is no less important than any gigs that I may play and I see lessons as a chance to share the gift of musical experience. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Organ Euphonium

I am a personable teacher who enjoys developing positive relationships with my students. I employ humor and positive reinforcement to motivate students. I enjoy working with students at all stages of musical development. I've been able to create performance situations for myself and my students, much as my teachers did for me. I strive for a lesson environment which is enjoyable for the student, thus helping to motivate practice and a desire to improve. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching experience began while attending college and has been on and off with my performing schedule but I believe the performance has help me focused on teaching from real-world experience. I therefore dont like to spend a lot of time during lessons on topics a student may never use. This also helps the student hold interest in their lessons. I approach teaching from the students perspective, whenever possible and try to always emphasize the musical style they are most interested in. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I set realistic goals for all of my students to progress their education while at the same time letting them stay inspired. I take a big initiative to find out what kind of music my students listen to as well as what inspires them. By knowing a students musical preference and learning style it helps me be more successful teaching them. We will track their development and we'll acknowledge accomplishments! Read More