I teach my students how to understand how music is put together so they can learn even more on their own.

I read, write, and play all styles and I focus on teaching the student fundamentals that work in all styles of music ....AND I get them going on the style they are interested in - pop, rock, country, folk, etc.

I have spent my entire life in the music industry and I can show you how to use what I teach to apply to the real world. I have also been a successful songwriter and I can work with students to learn about song structure and song writing.

I am also good at preparing students for college music classes.

Born in Arlington, Texas, I began playing guitar and bass guitar in high school. After studying for several years under Joey Faust, I studied Jazz, Classical Guitar, and Music Theory at TCC in Fort Worth. I've been teaching since 2003, my students ranging in age from 3 to over 70. I also play piano, mandolin, banjo, and ukulele.

I would first like to say that I was born into a musical family. My Dad (choir director) and five older brothers were not only the majority of the choir in our large Catholic church, but Dad had a "tame" Frank Sinatra singing style. My mother played harmonica and piano by ear so acquiring musical intellects spread quickly to all of us. Most of my siblings sang and played instruments as we had a piano, guitar, organ, harmonica, trumpet, clarinet and a recorder to use as we pleased, with or without a music teacher.

I started singing and playing the piano at age four, started piano lessons at age six and self-taught myself guitar around 2nd or 3rd grade. Our family's music teacher told my parents, "She plays by ear, just let her go." Consequently, with consistent encouragement from my oldest sister (a professional organist for 40+ years), I learned piano and music theory while I was learning to read English. I learned the basics of voice while in choir from middle school...

I believe in: the power of music to enrich human existence and create community; the value of all styles of music; the creative potential of every individual; the value of trust, integrity and respect within a learning environment; instilling in an individual an unending belief in ones self; and excellent and inspiring musical mentorship.

I hold a BA in music performance, have over 25 years of professional music experience and am dedicated to providing a quality, comprehensive learner-based music education.

Programs available include: Private guitar and bass lessons, improvisation, music theory, ear training, rhythm studies, fingerboard knowledge and recording,

Dedicated and professional musician with a solid academic background (University of North Texas Jazz Studies Alumnus 2005). Proficient in Jazz, Rock and Classical styles, excelling in Guitar Performance. Strong history of touring and studio work with distinguished industry clientele (Nelo, Catie Offerman, Sam Watkins, Steve Fishell, etc.). Teaching experience with all ages and ability levels, thriving in both group and private lesson settings.

Art began his musical career at the early age of 14, inspired by the sounds of Kirk Hammett, Randy Rhoads, Slash, and Zakk Wylde. He studied classical guitar at the Dallas School of Performing Arts and performed in a number of recitals, weddings, and restaurants, before heading out to Hollywood for two rigorous years of study at Musicians Institute.

During his time at MI, Art focused on guitar performance, song writing, music business, sight-reading, theory, and ear training. Art has hundreds of gigs as well as dozens of studio sessions under his belt, and his playing has been featured in numerous music libraries as well as ads for Mary Kay and CNN.

In 2007, while in California, Art’s first band, “Black Rose Junction” was nominated for a “Best Alternative or Pop Band Award” by All Access Magazine. Thereafter, Black Rose Junction was signed to Illuminati Entertainment and was awarded the “Ourstage Rock Video of The Month Award” for November 2007. The band was...

Music has always been a part of Josh Collins. He started playing around with instruments at the age of three and singing at the age of seven. He instantly fell in love with music and grew a passion for it. At the age of five he attended his first musical concert, Garth Brooks. Josh loved every minute of it and he could see himself on a stage like Garth Brooks in the future. One day he heard someone playing guitar down in an alley and from that day forward he knew he wanted to play that instrument and it would become his specialty. In high school he played in the jazz band and was the lead guitarist. He also picked up the trumpet and played it in the jazz band. During his high school days music became his life and he created his own personal band. He wrote songs for his band and learned how to mix and record all of his own songs. When he graduated high school Josh pursued music in every way. He continued to play in bands and was on stage anytime he could be. Later he...

- Over 14 years experience on electric bass and guitar
- Graduated in 2006 with a BA in Music Performance/Jazz from the University of West Florida in Pensacola, FL.
- 8 years experience teaching electric bass (all styles)
- 5 years experience teaching guitar (all styles)
- Professional experience in Pensacola, Atlanta, and Dallas as a teacher, side man, band leader, orchestra member for multiple theatrical/musical productions, recording session musician, music copyist, and sound man.