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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Guitar lessons in Mesa . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
The first time I taught I was about 15-years-old and it ignited a passion for sharing my musical experiences with others! I started teaching an 8-year-old and from there had the opportunity to teach people from all over the world! I've taught people from places like Tonga, Ghana, England, Wales, and China. My students have not only become better at guitar but had a great time while doing it! I've found it works best to teach the foundational skills using the students' favorite genre of music. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Keyboard Electric Guitar
I'm a motivated, passionate instructor who loves working with students and sharing my love of music. In 2000 I graduated from Full Sail University with a Bachelor of Science and Arts. Composing and Songwriting has taken me around the world and has been the most rewarding experience of my life. I've had the opportunity to work with and play along side legendary artists that I've grown up listening to and admired. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
At a very young age I was fascinated with hearing guitar solo's and listening to guitar parts by all the legends. Eventually after working with a classical guitar that my sister had, I purchased a Harmony guitar from a friend of my dad's (John "Hollywood" Bridgewater). Whenever I would meet musicians in school that played we would get together and trade licks. That eventually turned into me teaching all my guitar playing friends licks. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Harmonica Lap Steel Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Recorder Conga Latin Percussion
I write all my own lesson materials focusing on what the student needs to know to play, understand, and enjoy music to achieve their goals. I have used several method books in the past but find them all limited or focused on styles or technique that is not what the student wants or needs to learn. I can teach from any established method if that is preferred, but instead enjoy challenging the student to understand what music is and how music is played on their chosen instrument, not just to read. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Classical Guitar
I have a M.A. degree in Music Therapy. I have worked with children who cant speak, but they can play music. Music bypasses many neural systems. I will help you find the way you learn and challenge you to improve. I run a non profit organization called "School Of Hip Hop PHX," where we use the 5 elements of music (Dance, spoken word, production, art, and knowledge to, improve the lives of community members. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Banjo Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I am passionate about students not only exploring musical styles but really understanding every aspect of the music they are learning, including the history of the musical style, the composers and the more well known performers. It is important to me that each student comprehends the details of each new piece they learn including, the specific fingering required, the details of the rhythms, dynamics and composer's directions and markings. I also encourage every student to explore various musical styles, even when they claim to have a special favorite, this way their music world is expanded. Read More
Instruments: Guitar
My teaching started in High School, when i received a job offer to teach guitar at Rhapsody School of Music. I taught students for about 2 years, and once I graduated High School, I moved to Flagstaff to get my degree. Once I was living in Flagstaff, I taught and helped my peers with guitar and music theory, which made my love for music grow even more. I love working with any student that has an interest in music. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Euphonium Mallet Percussion Music Acoustic Guitar
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
I often notice this if they seem frustrated or disappointed in their progress. I'd look out for a desire to learn a song or melody they find popular or if they're finding interest in music outside of assigned school music. If they seem unmotivated, ask what they want out of music! I'm versed in all styles and more than happy to facilitate their interest.
When will I start to see results?
Noticable results depends on the student, every student will progress by a years time. In my experience, progress is noticable in as little as a month of steady lessons if the student is following lessons and assignments as designed.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
Hearing Benny Goodman on my parents' old records and loving the sound the clarinet could make in just the jazz genre.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
I'm most proud of the completion of my Masters in Performance, the two original compositions I've commissioned and recorded, and the students I've helped achieve a level of playing they wouldn't think possible.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
I've had students selected to perform in Master Classes and one admitted into the NAU studio. Their success is in learning musicality and effective performance practices for the pieces they we're performing.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
I chose Saxophone second as it was the most logical next step and slowly branched out to all varieties of Clarinet and Saxophone. The other Brass I can play are due to my Music Education degree.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
About 15-30 minute chunks focusing on specific goals to avoid burn out. If you don't achieve the goal in the first session, save it for the next 15-30 minute chunk.
I only practice in long sessions when testing for endurance in a piece or etude.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I have a degree in Secondary Music Education for the reason if loving what a high level of musicianship the students in that age group are capable of achieving with the proper direction and foundations. My second is a Master's in clarinet performance with the goal of understanding the history and development of the instrument/playing styles to understand the different music written for the instrument and how to interpret the music with the composers inspiration in mind.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Isolate your section and first mess with the rhythm, i.e. swing the rhythm or change the slur/articulation pattern. In combination with slow tempo increases, has proven helpful for myself and students.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
Traditions of Excellence- Beg
Standards of Excellence- Int
Hite Studies- Int
Kroepsch-Adv Int
Rose Etudes- Adv Int
Cavalini Capprices- Adv
The above are just examples, I have multiple books and orchestral excerpts as tools to achieve different goals (technique, musicality, articulation, finger patterns, complex rhythms and extended range).
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
Finding your individual sound and developing flexibility on the instrument.
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stephen
my son is interested in learning to play the guitar and I would like to start him off with some lessons. Preferrably from someone who can keep him engaged.
Kim
I have been playing classical guitar for a couple of years. I would like to get assistance to enhance skills and need the discipline of regular instruction.
Tanya
I'm interested in in-studio guitar lessons for me 7yo daughter. Our schedule can only accommodate weekends or possibly Wednesday afternoons around 3pm