Guitar Lessons Midwest

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar

For beginning students of any age I start out with basic open chords and how to switch between them. We'll eventually try out different picking patterns with these chords and some simple songs that utilize them. For more experienced students I will present some chords and scales and determine what level they are on and take it from there. Once my students have a grasp on some chords and scales I like to have them take turns soloing while the other plays rhythm. Read More

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

With nearly 25 years of music-related experience and more than 15 years as an instructor, I have taught a multitude of students, young and old, and within a broad age range and abilities. Moreover, I have worked with the United Way of Santa Barbara in the summer of 2014 as a guitar instructor and was instrumental in developing a guitar program with the City of Pismo Beach in 2013. While working in Pismo Beach, my dedication to the students, most of whom were young children, compelled me to reached out to music instrument vendors and successfully solicited for donations of instruments and equipment to the city’s music program. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Electric Guitar

I have been teaching since February of 2019. Beginner high school players, more specifically. Working with absolute beginners has given me the tools to be patient with someones success. Everyone learns at a different pace. I am strict in my methods, but casual in my demeanor. No intimidation, no rushing, only my care for your progress. I want my students to understand that it's fun, though sometimes difficult. Ultimately, I love seeing people light up the more they learn. Read More

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

I am happy to teach all styles of music from classical to RB guitar. However, what I get most excited about as a teacher is helping students understand the fundamental logic of music. I want to help my students know what they are hearing when they listen to music and know how to play what they are hearing. If students are able to grasp these things, music will truly become a medium of expression for them. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University as a Music Minor. I have been playing guitar for 15 years, and taught lesson for last eight years. After performing in lots of different venues, I have had opportunities to incorporate musical theory with live performances. Playing different genre's of music such as reggae, jazz, blues, rock, progressive rock and metal, I have become versatile in my playing style and can teach people not only on a specific genre but many. Read More