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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Guitar lessons in Virginia Beach . 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 Ukulele Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
I have been playing piano, guitar and singing since I was 7 years old. I have been teaching music, including music theory and improvisation, for over 20 years. I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music from S.U.N.Y. Cortland and a Master of Science Degree in Instructional Technology from New York Institute of Technology. Music is my profession and my passion. I have experience in a wide variety of musical styles and I design my lessons based on my students' interests. Read More
Instruments: Guitar
I started teaching at an Academy of Music in Kokomo, IN, where my instructor, Gary, felt like I was experienced enough to start giving lessons. I was a little nervous about it at first, but once I got started with my first student, I realized I had a lot of fun teaching! Ever since then, I would teach friends who wanted to learn and they would recommend me to people they know, and I just all around enjoyed it. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic 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
Instruments: Guitar
When I was 8-years-old my father gave me his old guitar. From then on I spent most of my free time playing and learning music. I enrolled in structured lessons when I was 12 until I went to Berklee College of Music for a year's time. Afterwards I decided that I wanted to dedicate my spare time to music and not make a professional career out of it. I have taught lessons since I was 15 and enjoy sharing what I know and watching the joy that music brings to its students. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Harmonica Ukulele Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
Teaching is a very fulfilling experience as it constantly requires you to examine your own playing and methods so that you can share your knowledge with people. I first discovered how rewarding it was when I started giving lessons after about 5 years of playing guitar. It made me a better guitar player and musician, and also helped me connect with people I never would have in a unique and exciting way. Read More
Instruments: Saxophone
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
I would likely still be a teacher, but for a different subject. Probably Math. I loved that too when I was in school. I've also taken a liking to cars, so I could perhaps be working as an auto mechanic or doing something else in the auto industry.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
We will start with long tones to warm up. Select scales and arpeggios will come next. If possible, we will do exercises relevant to the material being practiced. For example, blues scales will be done to lead into jazz tunes and improvisation. Next, we will address solos, concert music, or any other material that needs addressing. Finally, we will warm down with long tones. Depending on the circumstances, I would do some sight-reading with my students as well. I would either challenge them to read and play a piece of music on their own, or I will play a duet with them.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
The Rubank Method books are simple, to the point, and set a great foundation. Jamey Aebersold's books do the same for jazz/pop music and improvisation. If your school offers you a specific method book, we may use that to keep things consistent for you. After all, there isn't a truly bad method book out there. The overall goal of lessons will be to rely on method books less and less over time, although you may return to them from time to time.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
Simple answer: the Saxophone is COOL. I've always loved the sound and feel of the instrument. The instrument is also extremely versatile. It has been embraced by every style of music. Unlike most other acoustic instruments, you can truly make the sound your own.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
It would have to be a very ambitious senior recital in college that contained about an hour's worth of music. It was wonderful to share and perform.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
For me personally, it's the altissimo register (notes above the true range of the instrument.) This skill takes a lot of time and patience to discover, let alone master. It's a lot like discovering a hidden passageway in a video game that not many people know about.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
The number one priority is that you play every day, whatever that entails. Being a musician is similar to being an athlete. As such, too much time off will cause you to lose progress in your training. Play every day.
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