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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Guitar lessons in Riverside . 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
I have been playing guitar for 15 years. Played in an original band as well as a Nickelback Tribute band that has played in Texas and Trinidad. I also have gone to college with an emphasis in music including music theory as well as guitar. I am calm and relaxed. My approach is very laid back, yet strict enough to demand real learning and progress. My favorite music is rock, hard rock, and metal. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Voice Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
Music has been an integral part of my life since I was old enough to learn how to turn on the radio. While through the years I have developed an appreciation for all styles of music, my personal playing style revolves around classical, pop, rock, jazz, and blue-grass. I have played in educational and amateur groups since college and started playing professionally about 20 years ago. I feel that the final step in any musician's development is to learn to play in a group. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Drums Acoustic Guitar
My methods depend on both the age of the student and the experience. For example, for a beginner student who's a child I have them start working out of one or two beginner books that I like. Once they have a bit of a foundation, I start working on songs with them. Often it's a song of my choosing, but I always am always up for learning a song of my student's choosing (depending on how difficult it is of course). Read More
Instruments: Guitar Classical Guitar
I consider my role as an instructor as one where I give the students information that they can't (or at least it would be very difficult) to learn on their own. I focus a lot on proper technique and reading notation for the guitar. I believe that the sooner a student no longer needs me to learn new pieces and grow artistically, the better I have done my job. My ultimate goal is to foster a deep love and appreciation for music, because I believe that at least in a small way this makes our world a better place. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Synthesizer Ukulele Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I like to think of my teaching styles and methods as very practical yet very encouraging and nurturing. The best way to ingrain a new concept or idea I have found is to teach someone a practical way in how to use it, usually through learning a new song or exercise which expands their horizons and outlook on things. Nothing invigorates me more than to see students get excited when they finally understand or grasp something I have taught them. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Voice
I like to approach vocal lessons from a technical and holistic standpoint. A typical lesson for me usually begins with whatever warm-ups and exercises I feel fit our goals, and a check in to see how you're doing and if there is anything in particular you want to focus on improving. I have a lot of really effective exercises that'll get your voice where you need it to go! I work a lot with placement and support in my singing lessons, and I use a lot of visualization techniques to get you in the right placement. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
I think I would still be in the field of education in whatever capacity that may be.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
I have been a jazz fan for so long but now pop music that combines elements of jazz harmony is what I gravitate towards. Jazz is challenging on all levels.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
My great grandfather and maternal grandmother were both musically inclined on piano and violin. My great grandfather was a professional composer in the Philippines.
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
I became a professional musician at the age of 16 or 17 and first performed live with my first band at the age of 14. Thinking of it as a career path was a gradual decision...
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
Carley Rae Jepsen is an artist I worked with that went on to write the biggest hit world wide in 2012 "Call Me Maybe.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
I think the art of improvisation is a lifetime pursuit but generally mastering chords and solos is also an ongoing jorney...
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I use Hal Leonard and Alfred method books for beginning students who want to learn the basic music rudiments of learning how to read music.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
My practice session typically includes warm up exercises using scales and chord melody arrangements then after I'm warmed up, I usually focus on repertoire.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
Touring with 2x Grammy Award winning artist Sarah MclachLan and performing on American television for the first time (the Tonight Show) definitely stands out! Scoring my first Feature Film and getting some award nominations for scoring was also a highlight!
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
If your child shows a lot of enthusiasm that is consistent and asks about learning the guitar on a regular basis, then that's a good start. If they are constantly listening to guitar oriented music, that's a sure sign that the motivation will be there. Sometimes a child's hands may be too small initially. This needs to be evaluated in an introductory lesson or meeting.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I remember in 7th grade a classmate brought his brother's electric guitar to school for show & tell and I was immediately mesmerized!
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
My teachers were the guitarists that I looked up to when I first heard them play....like Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Beck, and Eric Clapton.
When will I start to see results?
Results will depend on the student, but generally most enthusiastic learners will start to see their practicing pay off in 2-4 lessons!
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
My music degree is focused on music education.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Always keep the instrument within reach. Make it accessible! Never leave it in it's case when you come home. Ideally keep it in the room where you spend the most time and create an environment that promotes focused practicing and is conducive to practicing. Have a music stand set up, a portable stereo system perhaps, and have all your music within easy reach. Keep the guitar on a stand where you can just grab it and even if it's to sit on the couch and play while watching TV....Anything that makes you want to grab the guitar is good!
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