Guitar Lessons in Blue Diamond, NV

Instruments: Piano Guitar Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have been teaching private guitar and piano lessons since 2011 . I currently teach piano,  to kids from kindergarten to fifth grade, in a group setting as part of an after school program as well as private piano or keyboard lessons. I taught guitar and music theory classes at  the Nevada Art Academy in Las Vegas since 2012. My past students have performed at UNLV , competed in the music teachers national association events such as theory and repertoire exams and silver state competitions. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I believe that every student learns differently in their own way because no one is born the same so I base my teaching methods off that. Every lesson plan is based off key points that the student is trying to achieve and every week pushing their limits little by little so they’re always improving gradually. What’s the student feels comfortable where they’re at I begin diving into deeper subjects and more advanced techniques. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

I love watching my students embrace what they've learned and grow. I am very intuitive and use this skill to serve each student independantly. It is so empowering to watch my students' confidence grow as they learn. I encourage my students to set realistic deadlines for performance, audition, and recording times. I help them find outlets for their skills and accompany them throughout the process. Recently I was overjoyed to find that one of my students booked a gig at his college, and is getting paid! Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Latin Percussion Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Reading music is essential. To me musicians who don't know how to read music are like people who speak without undertsanding the meaning of the words they say. I also focus on ear training and understanding the instrument naturally, being that I feel its best for the player to have a mulititude of approaches to their understanding of their craft. Books I use in my methods are Carmine Appice Realistic Rock, Rockin Bass volumes 1 and 2, Mel Bay's Killer Fills, and Buddy Rich Snare Drum Rudiments.  Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Trombone Flute Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I like to see students getting excited about learning new concepts in music. I also like to see music becoming a part of their lives and learning. I enjoy passing on what I've been given. I like to see music becoming a part of students lives and being an enjoyable experience for years to come. One area I specialize in is helping students with their band or ensemble music and giving them the extra help they may need to excel in their band or choir classes in school. Read More

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

I am a guitarist, composer, arranger, bandleader/manager, and educator. I have Masters Degree in Music from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and I have been teaching guitar for the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) for over 20 years. My other teaching experience includes teaching for several music schools and music stores in town,as well as teaching privately at my home studio. Teaching, playing, and composing music is my passion! Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching method is entirely student driven. Every student has different goals and different styles of learning. Because of this, the "cookie-cutter" approach many teachers take are ineffective. I take the time during the first lesson to ask the student what their short and long term goals are with their instrument, and from there I can start laying out a lesson plan. As I have more lessons with the student, I can observe their learning style and adjust my teaching approach accordingly.  Read More