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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Guitar lessons in Phoenix . 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: Piano Guitar Voice Violin
For piano beginners I use the Faber book series. I prefer these books because it gives a mixture of theory and technique that I think is essential to learn at an early stage. For violin beginners I prefer to use the Suzuki Method books. These books are great because they get the student playing quickly, while still introducing the foundations of basic theory for reading music. Beginning guitar is a little more flexible depending on the students goals and the style they would like to learn. Read More
Instruments: Guitar
My teaching style is this; if you have fun learning, you are going to have fun playing. Every player is at a different stage of learning, and that's what makes my job so amazing. I get to see where my students are at, and I work with each individual student knowing that I can make where they are at with guitar a fun learning experience. Learning an instrument is hard, and it takes time, but if you are having fun learning, and having fun playing, then there is no reason to quit or get discouraged. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Euphonium Mallet Percussion Music Acoustic Guitar
I'm a passionate and curious musician. I'm self-taught in the styles of classical and jazz from when I picked up the clarinet I found at a Salvation Army at the age of 10. I taught myself until I started college and studied with Kelly Lake, Stephanie Gardner and currently with Jeff Quamo. While working toward receiving my Masters in Clarinet performance at NAU, I taught music theory and aural perception at the undergraduate level. In addition to teaching I've had two pieces written and recorded for me along with a couple tracks on a comedian's recent albums. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Banjo Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I teach out of several methods, depending on the desires and needs of each individual student. I do make sure all students have a basic understanding of note reading, rhythm, chord building, right hand techniques and various styles. We learn to strum, play arpeggios and improvise...everything the student needs to feel comfortable playing and performing. I encourage participation in recitals and make times available on a monthly basis for students to explore performance in a non-competitive, encouraging atmosphere. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Harmonica Lap Steel Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Recorder Conga Latin Percussion
I started playing acoustic folk styles in 1962 and added 60's rock and more as time went on. I joined my first rock band in 1965 and have now played all styles of rock, blues, folk, country, bluegrass, jazz, and contemporary Christian and worship music. I also play and teach bass and other stringed fretted instruments, keyboards, and drums and percussion. I began teaching private music lessons in 1968 and began teaching professionally in 1989 at AZ Bible College. 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
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
I decided to be a professional musician in 2011 after mutually leaving a job as a systems administrator that was very interesting yet unfulfilling in comparison to the performance arts.
When will I start to see results?
You will see results similar to other academics in stages similar to grammar, middle school and high school. Learning on your own is primary instruction so when you quit learning on your own you will quit collaborating; its a vicious cycle.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
Christian Business Administration with emphasis in Music Ministry. I transferred from ITT Tech my senior year to Faith Bible College to utilize and fuse all of my experience both in church and at work. I’m thankful to have a well
Rounded degree.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
My dream piece to perform is a song I wrote with an old friend of mine about Gods presence in our lives at the darkest part of our lives. The song is powerful and the first time we performed it we received a standing ovation.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
I’ve been involved as an entrepreneur and businessman my entire life and started my own business mowing yards when I was 14. I am currently studying to be a pilot and would like to fly to my own gigs.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
My favorite kind of music to play is worship music because it is the climax of life musically; music meets the divine and is a very spiritual and lifelong journey.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
I started playing drums to fill in when the church was in need of a drummer when I was attending Dundee Hills Church of the Nazarene off N. Oak in Kansas City, MO.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
Yes, music runs in my family but realistically I think it’s more honest to say that artistic intuition runs in my family through many avenues of expression; my dad plays the wrench and it is indeed an art form of itself being able to fix or even invent physical parts to be used in multiple ways. My dad is a true engineer.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
A normal practice session for me is on point with about 3 to 5 minutes of me checking in on the students pace followed by 25-27 minutes of intense instruction based on practical experience you will need to know to sit in at a local jam.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
My method is similar to Suzuki yet I lean towards composition from more of a local jam perspective emphasizing the importance of learning chords and challenging my students to experiment with jazz.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
Merging personal artistry and concepts with musical theory in musical notation and performing the same song the same way as to create an epic expression of ones self; mastering site reading in congruence with a truly original work is the hardest thing to master on my instrument.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
No, not as of yet but if they did it would be by learning through others secondary to self improvement. Professionals practice without having to be told.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
My guitar instructor was phenomenal and his name was Jason at Antioch music, he has since passed away and impacted me with his encouragement and flexibility. Stay limber!
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I love the tone that the guitar makes, primarily the Fender Stratocaster and Classical Guitar. Their are very few Acoustic Guitars I’m interested in playing and typically they are very expensive if I do take a liking; I’m pretty picky.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
I’m most proud of my work serving Jesus at church when I played confidently and site reading. For me site reading came difficult and could use additional practice continually. Site reading is the best way to practically grow professionally.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Pick it up once a day and you are almost guaranteed to play for 15 minutes; don’t expect to be in a band called Van Halen if you can’t appreciate Classical Music!
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Guitar is a lot like eating; if you are hungry you will play. Music dynamically is impossible to force and your child will show interest in music at school or at home.
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Michael
Interested in finding a beginning guitar teacher for my second grader. Would also need advice on what size guitar he would need and where to rent one.
Bundy
Would like lessons for my two sons ages 9&10. We homeschool, so lesson could take place during the school day...preferable around the lunch hour(excluding Thurs).
PARIS
I'M INTERESTED IN LEARNING TO PLAY THE ACOUSTIC GUITAR. I NEED ONE ON ONE LESSONS. I'VE TRIED DOING IT IN A GROUP SETTING BUT NEVER REALLY GOT ANYTHING OUT OF THE COURSE.