Guitar Lessons in Holly Springs, NC

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar

I was born in Ukraine in 1977. At the age of 18 I was introduced to one of the"jazz guitar greats" who taught me theory and improvisation. Those lessons lit a fire inside me that has only grown stronger with time.I founded the band, Shykina, in 1997 and toured Europe for the next 6 years, releasing 3 albums. Since moving to North Carolina in 2004, I have shared the stage with Bobby Hinton, Aaron Mills ( Cameo ), Robert Sledge ( Ben Folds Five ) Robb Ladd ( Don Henley ) and others. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I began giving guitar lessons to students six years ago. I have a lot of patience and go a long way to make sure my students are learning as well as having fun! I have been told I am very encouraging and kind. I'm looking for students of all ages and skill level! I have developed many different strategies that allow me to teach a diverse range personalities and music styles. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Harmonica Ukulele Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar

I consider the greatest and most rewarding aspect of teaching to be seeing and hearing a student gain the ability to play an instrument and thereby to become a musician. And I believe the only way to really accomplish this is to meet a student where they're at, become aware of their musical interests and goals, and to be a guiding voice that can help them work towards those goals in a more efficient way than they could on there own. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I have been playing professionally for about 30 years and teaching guitar for 25+ years. My teaching experience encompasses beginner to advanced student levels on electric and acoustic guitar. Born in Genoa, Italy,I've worked as a performer in many different settings, including bands, duos, and solo paying originals and covers in Genoa, Milan, and the U.S. Ialsohave significant studio experience. My skill set also includes strong reading, transcription of all instruments, guitar arranging and excellent knowledge of guitar effects. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Mallet Percussion Electric Guitar

I'm a passionate instructor who cares deeply about a students education. In 2015, I graduated from West Johnston High School as drum captain in my band program. Since then I've performed in Alchemy Independent, an open class indoor percussion group. I've been with the group since 2017, and I have completed 2 seasons with them. Performing for an audience has been the best experiences of my life, and having the opportunity to play with all of these different organizations have been incredible and inspiring. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I began guitar studies under Mark Mazzatenta at the University of North Carolina-Greensboro. I then transferred to Queens University of Charlotte to continue studies with Robert Teixeira, and was awarded the Queens University Performer of the Year in 2008. After earning my Bachelor of Music in Guitar Performance in 2008, I went on to study with Christopher Berg at the University of South Carolina, graduating with a Masters of Music in Guitar Performance in 2011. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

My teaching experience started in my sophmore year of college teaching private lessons in the students home. I feel that the student should have fun in lessons and look forward to them or I'm not doing my job. I want the student to be able to learn the material they want to as well as developing the whole spectrum the guitar has to offer. Read More