Bass Lessons in Buford, GA

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Double Bass

I have a love for teaching as well as for learning, and am always sudying something new. I have experience performing in a range of styles, from classical to jazz to rock and pop to bluegrass. After graduating from Reinhardt University, I took contracts on cruise ships, playing electric bass in show bands and orchestras on Carnival and Princess cruise lines; this gave me the chance to see much of the world, as well as the opportunity to perform challenging music nightly. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele Recorder Double Bass Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

While I do like to use method books and curriculum such as Hal Leonard's Essential Elements for Strings and Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course, I also recognize that every student is unique. That's why I work hard to get to know each of my students and figure out what their strengths and needs are. Then I can tailor a path that is personal to each student and keeps them excited and engaged while moving towards their individual goals. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Trumpet Trombone Bass Guitar Euphonium Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I teach all aspects of brass playing: air control, embouchure development, articulation, tone, range, and musical interpretation of all styles. I teach a complete understanding of the guitar fretboard. I incorporate music theory and an understanding of chord structure in all lessons, and for all instruments that I play and teach. I have played in a wide variety of musical groups from symphony to jazz and rock, so I can direct my teaching toward the styles that you enjoy. Read More

Instruments: Piano Bass Guitar Synthesizer

My teaching style is flexible according to the students pace of learning and I encourage students to practice consistently so that progress continues as a measured gradual pace. I also focus on setting long and short term goals according to the student's main objective. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Bass Guitar Synthesizer Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

It brings me joy to see one of my students become passionate about music. It is something that can be taught under the right circumstances. With that knowledge, I recognize the importance of guiding progress to his or her own pace. I always set goals and aim to teach something new every lesson. Setting short term goals shows real accomplishments that help fuel students motivation to stay dedicated. As I said before, I am a student as well and I learn a lot by teaching. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

Music K-5, Cobb District schools Music K-8, Wellington Private School Exceptional Student Education, Hillsborough District Schools Adjunct Faculty (Jazz Guitar) Miami-Dade Community College Read More

Instruments: Bass Guitar Electric Guitar

I’m a great listener as I pointed out earlier. My musical strength has always been my ear. I’ve learned all major and minor scales with arpeggios through schooling and that’s great knowledge to have. I focus my teaching technique on scales and arpeggios to show that music heavily comprises of these fundamental elements. But I also teach students who want to learn by ear training and I teach students how to tune the instruments which is a major skill to have. Read More