Guitar Lessons in Diamond, OH

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Flute Bass Guitar

Isaac Winland holds a degree in Music Performance from Marshall University, and now is attending the University of Akron as a graduateassistant. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Ukulele Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

Positive reinforcement is everything! While there will always be room for improvement and growth, it is crucial to acknowledge successes throughout each lesson. Learning a new instrument requires patience, practice, and determination, and reinforcers can be a huge motivator (I know they were for me when I was learning). Realistic goals should be set for the individual at each lesson. Most importantly, it is not a race. Adaptations will be made accordingly based on the learning pace of each student. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Harmonica Ukulele Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I simply enjoy helping people establish and accomplish their goals on their instruments. The first step is to identify what holds a student's attention. What is it about music that has motivated them to study? Not everyone has the same goal or vision, which is a good thing. Even self-taught musicians incorporate theory and harmony into their compositions. My personal style toggles between when I was 14 learning Metallica songs to the present, having studied jazz and classical harmony. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Bassoon Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My methods vary depending on skill level, but with every student I begin by examining their understanding of theory as I believe theory is the basis of all music. I then like to get an understanding of what their main goals are, whether that be learning to play music for friends and family all the way up to making a career out of it. My experience in audio engineering, management, and producing also allows me to help students plan for a solid future career in whatever field suits them. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Saxophone Bass Guitar Mandolin Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am a professional working jazz musician who has been performing for over 25 years In a variety of settings and in many different genres of music. I have had many great experiences in my performances throughout the country including many working sessions with jazz greats in the legendary Portland jazz music scene. I am a very passionate musician who is dedicated to sharing my musical knowledge and experience with my students since I began teaching 20 years ago. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I started playing the guitar at age 14. There was just something about it, I would find myself playing for hours on end. The sound, the feel. I loved all facets of playing the guitar. In 1998 I started to get very serious about my playing and started playing professionally in studios, recording for various artists and record labels. In 1999 I wrote and performed the theme song for the Home Depot. In 2006, I started working on soundtracks and commercial production music. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Orchestral Percussion

I began teaching while I attended Baldwin-Wallace College and have enjoyed it since. It is a very unique experience to see someone you've taught excell and succeed on stage. This is what has always kept me teaching. Read More