Adam B  
Instruments: Guitar
Styles: Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk

My teaching experience goes back to my college days when I was teaching guitar at a local guitar store in Philadelphia. I have since taught several years in students homes. I like teaching students of all skill levels from very beginners to advanced level guitarists. I believe learning guitar should be fun and I accomplish this by teaching each student how to play their favorite songs along with some basic technique and music theory. Regular practice is key, regardless of amount of time available. Keep practice fun by consistent improvement, learning songs and improvising, and not putting undue pressure on yourself. Guitar should be an escape and a joyful activity.

For beginners I start by teaching basic chords and teaching notes on the neck and how to read music using Hal Leonard or Mel Bay books. Using these basic ideas students can begin learning many of their favorite sons quickly. For intermediate students I teach music theory, including chord theory, scales, and improvisation techniques. Advanced students are taught jazz chords, songs, more advanced scales and arpeggios, and more difficult improvisation techniques. You are also taught more advanced technical skills.