Guitar Lessons South

Instruments: Guitar

I graduated from Young Harris College in 2012 with a B. A. in Classical Guitar Performance. Despite this, I still play with a pick most of the time. I began playing the guitar just before I turned 16 and have been obsessed with it ever since. My teaching studio/office is in the bottom floor of the house I live in. Read More

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

I believe goals are very important in order to progress. However, each student progresses at their own pace. I like setting small goals weekly, and often times incorporate techniques into songs. Seeing students achieve their goals is one of the most rewarding aspects of the job. I'll ask students to bring pencil and paper to each lesson and will designate technical goals, fretboard knowledge, and whatever the student's goal is (learning a song, another scale, solo part, etc). Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Synthesizer, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Is greatly rewarding to see the progress and development of all of my students. It is as important to stay close to what inspired the student in the first place to pick up the instrument, although music theory is an essential aspect of being a musician I always make sure that my students are having fun and enjoying playing everyday. My instructions are built around the fundamentals of Music Theory and how works are composed but I also believe in catering to the style and elements that the student is drawn to and writing my lesson plan to incorporate those needs and develop all skills and talents of the student. Read More

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

There are so many styles and genres that you can delve into for years without touching upon them all so I always want to know what you find the most interesting first and foremost. Songs are always worked in and I always try to do some analyzing of them based upon the concepts we’re always covering. Either way, there is always a structure. Each week I will give you specific homework to work on. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Trombone, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. Read More