Guitar Lessons in Jefferson, OR

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Synthesizer Ukulele Orchestral Percussion Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have been a musician for over 35 years, and I have been teaching for most of that time. In addition to my teaching work I have been in various live bands, studio performances, and theater work. I've performed prog rock for large crowds, big band swing on New Years Eve, and recorded for Hal Leonard instructional books. I have a BA in Jazz and Classical guitar, though I started out playing rock and metal. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Saxophone Ukulele Mandolin

I play several instruments and love to play the saxophone. I played saxophone for a year at Oregon State University in the Jazz Combo 1988-89. I took a long 20 year break from music to be a mental health therapist. I have had more time in the past couple of years and have picked up several instruments to heal after recalling past trauma. I find music an excellent way to express my feelings and have been participating in local music jams throughout Oregon. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I began teaching guitar in when I was still in high school as a way to help other students out. During college, I began to teach private lessons at student's houses and in my own studio, which was an excellent experience. I found that by allowing students, especially younger ones to be able to have a choice in what they learn highly encourages them to practice more and gives them a better appreciation of music. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele

The approach I use to advance student learning is fun and laid back - yet direct and studious. I believe in the power of mentoring students and adults. Every student is different and has their own way of learning and growing, even as we get older. There is always room for improvement. At your first lesson we can talk about what makes sense in terms of practice week to week and will continue to see what it takes as time goes on. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Banjo Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing a student find a love for music. Therefore it is my goal to teach students at there pace. I have been burned out before with music lessons and will definitely be avoiding that. I encourage by setting goals and helping you achieve them all while helping you discover a musical talent you may not have known existed. It will help you, the student, become a more competent musician and more inspired to practice your instrument even more. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Ukulele Electric Violin Fiddle Acoustic Guitar

I have received professional education at The Sibelius Academy for teaching private music lessons. I like to teach students as individuals and create a practice program for them according to their personal goals. I am supportive and patient and want to help each student to find their own highest potential. I welcome all ages and levels to my instrument lessons. I think that both the process of learning and the end goal are important. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Bass Guitar Synthesizer Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

During my time there, I also self-recorded and produced my first three full length albums as well as Elizabeth Boaz's album "Forgiving the Rain." As a trumpet player, I was a member of the Seattle Chinese Orchestra for three years and the Seattle-based band Dismal Thinkings. Following graduation, I moved to Petaluma to quarantine, teach music lessons, and work on musical projects with my duo Honey Disposition. While my primary instrument is trumpet, I also love to teach piano, guitar, songwriting, producing, composition, and theory. Read More