Guitar Lessons Virginia

Instruments: Guitar, Voice, Keyboard

I have been teaching students since the mid 1970's and have found a few key ingredients. First ... I need to be engaged as a representative of the craft ... excited about music and ... most importantly ... excited about the fact that the student is about to take on this new and / or continuing endeavor! If the student feels that you are genuinely there for them, a 'comfort zone' is created for the student ... now there is an environment in which much production can be achieved ... and the student will be able to thrive! Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Ukulele, Music

Music is fun! I want each learner to leave lessons feeling successful. Music should be about the progress, not the perfection. This is accomplished through realistic goal setting and personalized lesson content. Learners of all ages, but particularly young musicians, want to learn something they are interested in. I have vast knowledge of music in the media and current trends in the music industry. I am great with technology and finding fun tools to enhance music learning. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Acoustic Guitar

For beginning students who are children, I begin with method books to teach the fundamentals and establish good practice routines. Once a good foundation is established, I like to move into solo and ensemble repertoire to develop lyricism and expression. For adults, I find out what the students are interested in, and direct my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun regardless of ability level. I have rigorous practice routines for all ability and commitment levels. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I'm a guitarist and composer living in Richmond, Virginia. For over ten years I've been creating some of the most original and genre-bending music in the city and in that time I've honed a teaching skill set that revolves around each individual student, and keeping music fun for them. I've worked with everyone from artist and saxophonist Matana Roberts, to expat hip hop producer Jneiro Jarel (JJ DOOM) and his music has been featured on NPR and BBC Radio. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Voice, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Andy’s teaching method was, and still is revolutionary. His method and approach saved me as a guitar player and musician, I began to improve exponentially, and at the same time accumulated the knowledge needed to teach others how to play the instrument correctly. Although this decision set me back a few years, in retrospect this was one of the best decision I have ever made. The only regret I have is not having found a good teacher from the start. Read More