Bass Lessons South

Instruments: Bass Guitar, Double Bass

Hi! I am a performer and instructor in Baton Rouge and surrounding areas. As a performer I have worked in a variety of settings, including symphony orchestras, jazz bands, and popular music ensembles. As an instructor I have worked with students of varying age (9-40+) in a variety of settings. My teaching work has culminated in my several year tenure as bass teaching artist with Kids Orchestra, an after-school music program in the Baton Rouge area. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Bass Guitar, Electric Violin, Double Bass, Music

I teach music by breaking down the elements of a performance to as digestible a lesson as the student feels comfortable in tackling. By setting such a pace with realistic goals I can keep students engaged and encouraged to work through material and really achieve a feeling of competency. I encourage players to learn a piece thoroughly and practice often finding that by the time they've memorized the music they can work on the finer aspects of musicality and performance that really elevates the work. Read More

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

Don't just learn how to play like another artist, learn how to discover YOUR UNIQUE SOUND. Intermixing a creative workshop with technical instruction on guitar, we will guide you on a path to self-education and exploration. With over 20 years of music experience, I am dedicated to helping awaken the inner artist within all of us. Our music coaching covers exercising the Mind, Body and Soul. For the Mind we will focus on learning the basics of music theory. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Bass Guitar, Keyboard, Electric Guitar

One thing I have learned over many years of teaching, is that everyone is different, and therefore there is no definitive method of teaching that will work for everyone. Some people learn more using their eyes, .... others learn better using their ears. Which I suppose is a way of saying that some people will be better at sightreading, and others will be better at playing by ear. I myself was not a very good sight reader when I was young ... Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Drums, Bass Guitar, Harmonica, Lap Steel Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

No matter the ability level, the plan of attack is to keep the lessons fun, productive, and furfilling. For beginners, we will stick to fundamentals and essential elements that will give you an edge to succeed and develop. After I see progression, I plan to dig into more advanced elements that will keep your interest. This is really where the students will see results. For intermediate to advanced musicians/learners, I plan to take it up a notch and challenge the students while keeping it fun and attainable. Read More