Bass Lessons in Tampa, FL

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

To inspire....beginning withthe 1st lesson by showing you how to play a song.. I want you to fall in love with your guitar or bass. I usually begin by using TheMel Bay approach in learning how to read music and learning the application of chords.Bass guitar, is a different approach. Learning patterns and understanding the importance oflistening and establish "the groove". Regardless of the style of music you enjoy we will have a great time learning how to apply the music you enjoy with your guitar or bass. Read More

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

For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. I truly believe in giving my students the freedom to select the songs and/or genres they like and that's because I believe passion is an integral aspect of learning. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Harmonica Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My method begins by talking with beginning students to learn their likes and desires, so we can build a beneficial teaching plan together. I teach to the student, not to me. The results lead to a happier, more positive and dedicated student. I also teach in bite sized pieces, usually using the style of music, or even a favorite song the students like. Once a student has a small success, they will seek another. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

There can be as much art as to crafting the right sound coming out of your amp, as the craft of originating the notes on your fret board. I can also teach in the area of MIDI guitar. MIDI stands for Musical Instrument Digital Information. This is an industry standard that allows for synth guitars and keyboards to communicate with each other and work together. I have one guitar system I custom built that drives three synth modules. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I've had a performing career as a Jazz guitarist that spans over 25 years. After graduating from Rutgers University in 2001, I freelanced in the New York City area for 10 years and played with many of the worlds top jazz artists such as Grant Stewart, Frank Wess, Joel Frahm, Dr.Art Davis, Vic Juris, Ralph Peterson, Ralph Bowen, Orrin Evans, Sean Jones, and Gene Burtoncini. In 2005 I was a semi-finalist in the Thelonious Monk Jazz Competition (now known as the Herbie Hancock Jazz Competition). Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Organ Harmonica Ukulele Mandolin

For students who are young children, I typically start by addressing the importance of playing what you hear. So, I will teach them beginner classics, such as Twinkle Twinkle and Merry had a Littl eLamb, but I also teach them what thunder sounds like, or a siren, and etc. by drawing on everyday life obejects that create noise. I then move on to learn my student's interests to device a method of positive reinforcement if they complete their homework asssignments or answer questions correctly, usually in the past this has been candy. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Bass Guitar Electric Violin Double Bass Music

First lesson I start by assessing what level the student is at and what goals they have with their music and develop a lesson plan from there. I focus first on fundamentals of sound and technique to build a foundation for the student then work on scales and repertoire to get them playing music. From there it is a focus on musicality and performance. A lesson plan for example may be working on solo repertoire by breaking down the piece by focusing on different elements that make the song; the scale, they rhythm, certain patterns by measure, techniques required, etc. Read More