Guitar Lessons in Starlight Hills, CA

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is not in a box. I would need to get to know the student, understand the goal of the student, understand the learning process of the student. I do have structure depending on the level of the student but there is much room for customization as not every student is the same, neither does everyone think the same. It is my goal to reach who you are as a person so I can better assist you on your path in music. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

Ihave been a freelance guitarist for over five years, and have performed in a variety of genres and styles. In teaching, I not only emphasize the importance of learning how to read music, but also make sure that I am doing what is necessary to keep the student motivated and engaged. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is non judgemental, holistic and trauma informed. I focus heavily on making sure my student is truly comfortable and feels safe in their lessons, and in my experience, this is critical to ensure progress and good technique. I take notes during lessons to ensure that goals are set and achieved, and I spend at least two hours a week just brainstorming repertoire and technical exercises for my students based on their needs. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

I have been teaching private performance lessons since I was 14 and later taught guitar through both of my respective colleges as a graduate assistant. Immediately upon graduating, I was hired on as an Adjunct Faculty Professor at the California Institute of the Arts to teach secondary guitar lessons. I was very proud to say that I was the youngest member of the faculty at that time and I held the position for 3 semesters before leaving to tour for a year. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Acoustic Guitar

We focusmerging and expanding the chest/mouth/nasal and head resonance and try to improve and work with the student's weakness to overcome blocks in order to gain a stronger voice that projects and that will affect others when you sing! Some physical excercisescome from theFeldenkrais and of course we also work on a professional breathing technique to build up your singer's belt.Only a good trained voice will be able to carry long notes, gain better pitch and you will have strength and endurance in your performance as well know everything about how your vocal chords and your physical body work together to make YOUR voice YOURS. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Finally, I go more into what it is they're hoping to get out of their playing and help them go further in discovering that direction Drums - Similar to guitar, work on form and how to hold the sticks first. It's important to get them comfortable with playing loud and clear, sometimes the drums are a bit intimidating with their massive volume. (Unless you're on an e-kit). Next, as with any good drummer is establishing a comfortable sense of rhythm and time. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. Read More