Guitar Lessons Arkansas

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Flute, Ukulele, Recorder, Piccolo, Music, Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar

For piano students I usually use Piano Adventures method books while supplementing with scales, pop and classical repertoire, theory, ear training, history and more. For ukulele and guitar we focus on strumming patterns, rhythm, chords, and repertoire anywhere from rock or pop to classical. Sometimes I will use a method book for guitar or ukulele students if they like that fit. I subscribe to Everand to access a library of music regularly for my students. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Drums, Ukulele

My teaching experience is primarily free lance and unprofessional. In high school, I was delegated the responsibility of teaching all the percussionists in my section the pieces we played. For a short time, I helped my mother (who is a licensed teacher), create a curriculum for teaching English to children online. The rest of my teaching experience in primarily with friends and peers who wanted to learn to play drums or guitar. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it is 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 tailor to their wants and needs. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Voice, Bass Guitar, Double Bass, Music

I believe that one of the most important things a musician can do is to find and develop their own voice on their instrument. Listening to the greats like Miles Davis, Jaco Pastorius, Jimi Hendrix, and Chick Corea illustrate how a unique voice can manifest itself and make the music so much more powerful. Additionally, finding their own voice is important outside of music as well. To keep students engaged and improving, we will also set smaller more immediately achievable goals. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar

There are a few method books to choose from. I have used Alfreds, Piano Adventures, Hal Leonard, and others. Whichever you do decide, for beginners be sure to purchase the "primer" level. Read More