Guitar Lessons South

Instruments: Guitar, Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Latin Percussion, Djembe

Seeing a student take on a challenging piece is more rewarding to me than anything. When I see a student struggling, I will offer the techniques that I would typically use, however there is no ONE right way to do everything. I encourage independent learning and going beyond the lesson. IF A STUDENT ONLY IS PRACTICING WHILE IN THE LESSON, WE CANNOT ADVANCE AS QUICKLY AS I PLAN. This will result in repeating lessons, which I avoid at all costs. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Bass Guitar, Mandolin

For children and beginning studetns, I will typically start in a level one method book. This allows us to get acquainted with the instrument and some terminology that may be a bit foriegn for some students. This also provides an opportunity to learn how to read basic notes and chords which will highly accelerate our learning process. For those with experience and established musical interests, I will form a plan and practice schedule based around the interest and concepts that the student seeks from theirmusical quest. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Trumpet, Synthesizer, Ukulele, Music, Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar

My principles of pedagogy are based on performing and teaching. I have crafted my own method, especially for children. Thos ,ethod help to train ears while teaching proper posture and technique, which leads to correct concentration and reflection. During my lessons I always demonstrate my playing. The ultimate goal is to perform beautiful music. For older students and adults I am using professional European methods and also Bastien New Traditions that is different in a number of ways that make it a captivating and dynamic way to teach. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I have always enjoyed helping others understand complex musical concepts. Often times people are naturally intimidated by musical concepts such as chord substitutions or even just sight-reading in different, unfamiliar keys. I thoroughly enjoy helping students understand that they should not be intimidated by such concepts and that it is entirely possible for them to learn complex musical concepts. I've taught students in my previous college and also at my previous high-school in Nashville, TN. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Cello, Viola, Bass Guitar, Harmonica, Lap Steel Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Lute, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Double Bass, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I'm an experienced and knowledgeable instructor focused on developing the student's ability to share music. I have a BA from St. Mary's College and have taught college level courses at Winston-Salem State University, Salem College and NC School of the Arts Community Program. Currently I play solo, in a duo and have four bands in different genres, Jazz, Blues Bluegrass and Praise. I have published 10 books with Mel Bay and have performed with many of the top guitarists in the world including Chet Atkins, Roy Clark, Doc Watson and Charlie Byrd. Read More