Guitar Lessons in Adams, TN

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

Nothing is more important to me than my students' personal goals and having a discussion on how we can achieve those goals. I always want to make sure my students are moving forward in their creative process, so I like to check in with them at each lesson to discuss their progress. It's definitely important to me that my students practice on their own (especially if we're having lessons once/week.) I like to have my students record themselves (using the voice memo feature on their phone or, if possible, another recording device) so they can listen back to their lessons and practice between lessons. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I'm a motivated and passionate teacher who loves to work with students, sharing my love for all kinds of music. I started playing piano when I was seven, and have regularly studied music under the tutelage of several wonderful and knowledgeable teachers ever since, and I continue taking private guitar lessons even today. I received a Bachelor of Music degree in Commercial Music from Belmont University in 2017. Playing with a wide variety of ensembles in a wide variety of styles, including rock/metal outfits, pop acts, country bands, jazz and fusion groups, and classical guitar duos and trios, has definitely been one of the defining aspects of my life-long music education. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Saxophone Bass Guitar

I'm a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher who loves working with young musicians and helping them to express themselves through songs. I graduated with honors from Berklee College of Music in Boston with a degree in Songwriting. I have performed in festivals and clubs all over the country, written music for films, and lead a working band. A passion in my life is inspiring children and teenagers discover their own passion for music, and give them the tools to thrive. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Synthesizer Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I believe that proficiency on any instrument begins with understanding how the different parts of the instrument work together to create an optimal sound. All of my students will have an understanding of the system in place that allows them to chase the sound they hear in their heads. Whether you're 8 or 80, you won't find success if you don't know how to operate the machinery! Moreover, I believe that a passion for the instrument fits nicely into the passion that you feel for the music you love, so I try to get an understanding of the genres and groups that my students are currently interested in. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Begginer, intermediate, and advanced skills you can expect to gain under my instruction are as follows: -Proper care and maintenance of instrument -Note retention -Ear training -Chord theory -Scale theory -Composition -Various picking techniques -CAGED method -Improvising -Harmony -Finger strength conditioning -Rythm playing techniques -Lead playing techniques Each category along with its individual nuances will be explored and executed in the most effecient way possible in order to achieve mastery. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

To me, the most important part of music is listening. For my beginners, what chord is happening is this song? How do I play that chord? How do I remember all the chords to this song? I will encourage my more advanced students to listen to the masters, as well as their own playing. What is the master player doing in this recording? How can the student apply that same concept in their own playing? Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Personal experience, Mel Bay, Hal Leonard etc. I prefer to tailer my lessons to the students needs and desires. I like to instill the basics of guitar playing proper form and techniques, chords, scales, and the theory behind all that. However it's really more about the music that the student wants to learn. I teach guitar tablature and scale/chord diagrams. I also teach standard music notation for the beginner students especially the younger kids. Read More