Bass Lessons Virginia

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

I began teaching just before the age of 18 at a local music school. My initial training as a teacher was very formal/classical, but I began to experiment with more modern methods and technology and was eventually able to set out to create my own school. Soon thereafter, I had the opportunity to join a prestigious and wonderful program which gave me access to the biggest network of young musicians and teachers in the world. Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar

I believe it is important to set long term goals and to work with the student at every lesson to help achieve these goal. Not only through instruction, but through example as well. I believe it is enormously important for the instructor and the student to play music together at some point in each lesson. In this setting, it gives the student a chance to develop his or her own style as well as pick up on the nuances of an experienced player. Read More

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

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Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Bass Guitar, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Staying true to traditional teaching is important to me, however each student learns at his/her own pace where one student may need a slower, more structured curriculum while another needs a more varied, advanced course of study. This revels itself quickly and I pride myself in my ability to diagnose one’s learning style, finding his/her specific need and applying various methods to address that need, from sight reading and transposing to finger placement and exercises. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Harmonica, Ukulele, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Teaching is a very fulfilling experience as it constantly requires you to examine your own playing and methods so that you can share your knowledge with people. I first discovered how rewarding it was when I started giving lessons after about 5 years of playing guitar. It made me a better guitar player and musician, and also helped me connect with people I never would have in a unique and exciting way. Read More