Kelly B
Instruments: Guitar
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, R&B, Funk, Latin Jazz, Swing, Bossa Nova, Soul
Kelly B
Instruments: Guitar
Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, R&B, Funk, Latin Jazz, Swing, Bossa Nova, Soul
Where I Teach:
Ages Taught: 10-80
Bachelors, Winona State University, Music Business and Jazz Studies
2013 - Outstanding Jazz Student Scholarship
2014 - Outstanding Jazz Student Scholarship
I am very passionate about music, both listening and performing. I perform regularly around the Twin Cities and the midwest. I recently received my Bachelors degree from Winona State University in Music Business and Jazz studies. I have toured with various groups and recorded several albums. I am constantly learning new things on the guitar and mandolin. I am classically trained but also study various forms of popular music. I am proficient in Jazz, Blues, Rock, Funk, and Bluegrass styles but not limited to those.
I began teaching during my time in college. I have been teaching private lessons for over 5 years now and have seen a huge improvement in all of my students. I encourage a regular practice schedule and assign weekly studies for the guitar. I encourage all my students to learn to read music but have also found that having them learn with their ear can be beneficial. My main concern is that the student becomes passionate about the guitar. Learning the guitar was one of the best decisions I ever made and if I can give that gift to another student it would make my experience all the more worth while!
First, I like to hear what the student wants to accomplish with the guitar. If they want to learn to play blues, I will teach them how to play over a 12-bar blues form. If they want to learn the classical style, I will provide them with beginning classical etudes. I work around the student to ensure the best possible learning experience.
There is nothing more fulfilling that seeing my students become passionate about the guitar. I love seeing the weekly improvements and satisfaction they receive when learning a new skill. I understand each student is different and learns at their own pace but that doesn't mean I won't still motivate them to improve. I know from experience how important everyday practice can be. I always use positive reinforcement with my students but will also provide feedback on areas that need improving.
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