Guitar Lessons in Belmont, MA

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Mandolin Double Bass

I've been playing professionally for over 18 years and have had the pleasure of being able to tour the country playing music. I've also had the opportunity to travel toEgypt, Iraq, Kuwait, Curacao, Canada, Mexico and Cuba to perform. I've lived and been able to immerse myself in two fantastic music cities, New Orleans and Memphis, both of which have had a profound influence on my playing. I like playing many different styles of music and have been in bands that played rock, jazz, funk, blues, soul, reggae, pop, country, and americana. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

With beginning students, I will start with the basics and encourage them to buy A Modern Method for Guitar by William Leavitt. Starting out, students will work on chords and scales. We will also work on building a repetoire of songs for the student to work on perform. Intermediate students will work on the fundamentals of theory, triads, beginner 7th chords, and improvasation. Advanced students will work on expanding their knowledge of theory, inversions, technique building, chord tensions and substitution. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

So I consider myself more of a guide who can understand a lot of the pitfalls a newer player (who I will surely learn from) will run into and show the way around and why. My main goal if for the student to be self directed and for practicing and playing to never feel like work. I also feel the song based approach is the way to go so we can work on whatever song from whatever genre you prefer. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Music Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I believe that the guitar's vast array of possibilities keeps me on a perpetual path of discovery, constantly challenging me to innovate and refine my technique. This journey with the guitar is not just about performances; it's a lifelong commitment to the artistry of music, encouraging continual growth and exploration. For those willing to embark on a musical journey with me, I offer a unique perspective that focuses on unlocking individual potential and fostering a lifelong love for the guitar. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Playing guitar is supposed to be fun and enjoyable, not daunting and stressful. My teaching method has proven to be fun and effective for children and adults alike. I will teach you how to play the music you love, and show you how to guide yourself to learn, practice, and write the music you want to play. The choice is yours, we can cover everything from Rock Roll, the Blues, Classical, Metal, Jazz, Bluegrass, Music Theory, basic repairs and more. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

I give a very good foundational approach to the learning experience. For example, I teach students how to find the notes on the guitar and the bass. From there on the guitar, I teach the open string chords. On the bass, I give fingering exercises and patterns to work on. With the chords, we look at simple songs to play. On the bass I show them how the bass lines work with songs. Read More