Robert C  
Instruments: Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar
Styles: Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Country, R&B, Funk, Hip Hop, Reggae, Punk, Avant-garde

I have found the last few years very rewarding as students become musicians. Since my first student I taught in 2004, through the days I taught at a music school, up right on to the present moment, I love passing the music onward as it was passed to me. Being a multi generational musician, it's important to me to teach this great artform and pass it down through generations. I also like to let my students know that "music lasts a lifetime." Because, if my students practice the material five days a week, for a minimum of 30 minutes, their skills as well as confidence will grow.

For beginners I like to use books and a few easy songs to get the student started. As skill level grows, I try to encourage students to form their own chord progressions as well as using songs that I choose or a song the students chooses that will encourage them to play and learn more songs on their own. I also encourage intermediate level students to explore their imaginations and create their own songs. At this level, I'd expect my students to be able to compose their own songs or songs written by others and have an understanding of song structure. Example Intro, chorus, verse, bridge, solos, etc. Also, I encourage parents to take in account the size of their child and the instrument. If you have a small child, I'd recommend a child size instrument. This can make a huge difference.