Guitar Lessons South

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

I have gotten better, ... but to this day, I am always more comfortable when playing by ear or by memory. I today's world, I don't see that as a problem, and I try to not force sightreading on a student who seems to not have an inclination towards that skill. I emphasize that sheetmusic is like the recipe for a great meal ... it is just a piece of paper ... and sheetmusic in not the MUSIC itself, anymore than a recipe is the actual meal. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Bass Guitar, Harmonica, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Lute, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

For me, it's about building or finding moments. Finding out what is going to motivate you to learn that song, practice that chord, and try to instill the desire to show it off for next time. Once I find out where the student is at, wether they are learning their first chords or songs, or they have been trying for a while or just getting back to their old habit of picking up the instrument, the goal is to set the mark where one will wait eagerly for the next lesson, to show off their new found skill. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I am just a musician and a teacher with a wide variety of skills and interests. Originally from Cuba where I was born and grew up, I went to the best music schools in Havana where I studied classical guitar and piano but my true development happened as an accompanist pianist to singers, bands and choirs. I have lived, taught and performed in Cuba, New York city, Jamaica, Miami, Canada and Buffalo NY. Read More

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

I began teaching guitar while working a residency program in Maryland. I began teaching private lessons 7 years ago, and have been consistently teaching students out of my studio space in Johnson City for the past 2 years. I have taught students from ages 9 to 60 and have loved every minute of it. My students have ranged from pure beginners to advanced/intermediate students just looking to freshen up their skills. I always try to make my lessons fun and challenging for each student. Read More

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

I am not a taskmaster. I will gladly give homework and direction for what to practice, but it is not my job to berate students for not practicing as much as I would like them to. Everyone understands that music requires regular practice, and I believe that if it is worth it to a student to find the time to improve rapidly, they will make that time. I think my job is to meet you where you are every lesson, whether you want to invest hours a day into your improvement or whether this is a casual hobby. Read More