Music Lessons in Vandiver, AL

Instruments: Guitar Saxophone Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I taught my first guitar student when i was still in highschool and have been teaching ever since. Teaching music has been a full time job along with my recording studio for the last 5 years. My teaching methods are proven ways to teach a child or an adult. I have never had a student get bored or tired of learning and just quit. I make learning fun for students of all ages and my students really enjoy coming in for there lessons. Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Double Bass

Students progress is largely a function of time spent working toward their goals. I have heard it said that in order to become an expert at anything, one must only spend 10,000 hours doing it. This is roughly 40 hours a week for 10 years. Bass is no different. In order for students to spend this ridiculous amount of time on something, they must be excited about it. If it is something that they choose for themselves, they will be. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

Hello! My name is Tate and I'm currently an MBA candidate at the University of Alabama. I graduated from UA with a BS in civil engineering last May. I currently play rhythm guitar for the Tuscaloosa rock band MURPH outside of my class work. I've been playing guitar for over 12 years and recently decided to start teaching lessons to share some of the insights I've gained in that time. I have a background in a wide variety of music including rock, blues, funk, metal, and some country. Read More

Instruments: Voice Trumpet Drums Music Keyboard

I am into my senior year in college as a music major and I’m looking to work with as many talented musicians as I can. I also have a small independent record label called Forever Records Inc. I also am available to do music videos for all of your singles and albums projects. With that being said I also offer studio time for the same price as my lessons. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Trumpet Trombone Euphonium French Horn Tuba Keyboard

I believe in individualized learning. So each student will receive their own plan for their progression. Some materials I recommend for students are the rubank book for beginner. It is very important for students to grasp the fundamentals. For intermediate students, we would progress on a track and focus on what they had for goals. For advanced students we could use anything from method books to cds to ear training and transposition to bring out the best in the learner. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Flute Clarinet Bass Guitar Synthesizer Recorder Double Bass

I listen to students play in order to assess their level. I then formulate a strategy for improvement. I log all lessons into a database so that students can reflect backand gauge progress. This approach ensures that both student and instructor are accountable with the tasks assigned. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I feel that it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals and assignments for my students at each lesson. This measurable progression of accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. Of course finding out the students problem areas is also paramount to helping them progress at the fastest rate possible. I also believe that while our relationship is professional, I do take a personal interest in each of my students as some of the best teachers I have ever had, took a personal interest in me. Read More