Guitar Lessons Iowa

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Drums, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I've been sharing my knowledge and experience for many years with friends and family. I've had many teachers throughout my education, and professional career, endow me with tips, tricks, methods, and strategies that make lessons and practice-time something to look forward to. Players with deficiencies or advantages have one thing in common. They all have potential. My goal is to tap into that potential, and take them to the next level. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar

Although I and most guitar instructors feel that students should start on an acoustic guitar (the reason is proper right and left hand position) I do not turn electric guitar students away and am able to work well with them. Most students want to "Rock Out" and I do guide them in that direction or whatever direction the student or parent requests. I find that learning the style of music the student is interested in keeps them interested in learning the guitar. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Trumpet, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I always find out first and foremost what music the student enjoys, and we will build foundational skills to be able to get there. Studying/learning songs is always a great way to begin to introduce my students to repertoire, especially if there are already songs they love. For any adults, we will work together to determine what they want out of their musical experience and work from there. I believe that music can be an excellent outlet and I want to give my students the tools to express themselves, whatever that looks like. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

For beginning students I use very little of a method book.  I find it that is important that one learns to make a good sound and has fun with the instrument in the early phases.  During this time I cover chords, basic finger and pick technique, proper posture, lead sheets, and blues improvisation.  I then transition into Charles Duncan's "A Modern Approach to Classical Guitar."  This book provided a solid foundation of the ability to read written sheet music.  After this book, I transition the student to written sheet music repertoire. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Saxophone, Bass Guitar, Ukulele

I graduated with a degree in both Music and Educational Psychology from University of Rochester with additional studies at Eastman School of Music to hone my performance skills. My exposure to the master educators of these institutions has given me hands-on experience with the most effective teachings and practices of music education. I have been teaching private and group lessons for saxophone and ukulele in Los Angeles area for the past year. Read More