Guitar Lessons Michigan

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice

What it boils down to is good posture, proper breathing, healthy support, efficient vocal cord closure, and exercises designed to strengthen and stretch the voice. For piano, I teach primarily from the standpoint of the theory behind music, since piano is such an excellent instrument with which to "see" music. Then we can take that music theory knowledge and use it one step further to learn how to compose music. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I'm an extremely well-rounded man who enjoys the best life has to offer. I have many varied interests including but not limited to: Music theory, Sound design, recording/production, massage therapy(comes in handy for the wrists/hands) fitness nutrition, Biblical law, commercial law, contract law, banking law, gardening and hacking/searching for new ways to make things sustainable/better for everyone. I've been playing guitar for 23 years, largely self taught except for a classical guitar course at the local community college and a few lessons from a "certified fret wrecker". Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Music, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is to help one discover a love for music. When I was learning, the best way I got excited was by learning through what I liked. That helped me get excited for playing music, and more interested in learning the complexities in music. By acknowledging what the student likes and their strengths, I can help focus them on how to reach the dreams they desire. I give my students a positive attitude with no judgement of their skill level. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Saxophone, Drums, Bass Guitar, Recorder, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

For beginner Piano / Keyboard Students, I use the Bastien Books. They are simple to understand and get the Student through the first few stages of Right Hand Left Hand coordination and positions. I have several different books for Saxophone Students that feature technique, solo repertoire and duets. Depending on whether the student is a child, a teenager or an adult, I choose either a Daisy Guitar Book, Hal Leonard books, or the Berkeley School of Music for Guitarists. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Though music has always been a central part of who I am, I also had other goals in life that moved me away from formal study early on. Initially after leaving active service duty I thought I was headed toward a career in medicine. As a young father and husband however, life happened and I began to shift to my true calling as a carpenter and now safety and health professional. Read More