Guitar Lessons Midwest

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Bassoon, Music, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My methods vary depending on skill level, but with every student I begin by examining their understanding of theory as I believe theory is the basis of all music. I then like to get an understanding of what their main goals are, whether that be learning to play music for friends and family all the way up to making a career out of it. My experience in audio engineering, management, and producing also allows me to help students plan for a solid future career in whatever field suits them. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching experience dates back to my college days, as I began teaching private lessons part time 16 years ago for the local college continuing education guitar classes while attending university. Encouraging regular practice on a consistent schedule is one of the key points I like to emphasize for all students, as it is necessary to help the student progress. I've also found that exploration of multiple music genres can go a long way in helping students enjoy the guitar and motivate them to practice and continue to learn. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar

Over the years I have played in many different types of groups such as folk, rock, pop, EDM, and punk bands, which has given me a pretty broad appreciation for all different types of music. On the production side of things, I have recently had the opportunity to work for other artists in genres outside of my wheelhouse, such as hip hop and jazz. I always tell my students that I think it is important to challenge yourself and stretch your ears. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I started studying guitar at the age of fourteen, and have always made it a point to continue learning. One of my earliest guitar instructors taught me that we never really finish learning; there will always be a new way to view your instrument, and learning, and sharing ideas with others help us better develop out craft. I moved to Los Angeles in 2014, and between 2015 and 2017 I had the opportunity to tour nationally and internationally with the bands Nekrogoblikon and Voodoo Kungfu. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Bass Guitar, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Oboe, Bassoon, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Music has been a significant part of my life since I was a child, and it's importance has grown as I've gotten older. I started, as many do, in the fifth grade when I started playing the saxophone which I continued on through high school. When I was 13 I started playing the electric guitar, and I would later switch to the classical guitar at 19. In college I learned some piano as well as bassoon in addition to the methods and materials classes that I had to take as a music education major. Read More