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,

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...

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...

Professional guitarist actively touring around the US and Europe

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.

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 and raised in Dallas, TX, I am a third generation musician and was a child prodigy playing my first “professional” gig at age 12. With almost 40 years of experience I have played every setting and style of music imaginable. I have logged countless hours in the studio and I have been teaching for over 25 years. I currently have an in home recording studio and focus on writing and recording as well as teaching. I play several other instruments besides Bass but Bass guitar is my first love in music and I feel the instruments role (as well as the new players) has grown leaps and bounds.

I believe that music is not only a gift but a vital part of the human experience. Whether as a listener, performer, or composer it influences our society as a whole and individually. At a very early age I was exposed to all the usual classic rock and pop music of the 50's, 60's, and 70's through my parents. Having a keen interest in how this music was created I started piano lessons at age 9, cello in middle school, and then guitar and bass shortly followed. During high school and college I performed and recorded with several bands, symphonic orchestras, vocal ensembles in genres ranging from rock, pop, funk, folk, jazz, classical, and electronica. I studied music theory and composition under Dr. Jerry Wallace at Richland Community College while continuing my private lessons in guitar, bass, cello, and piano.
After college I moved to Santa Fe, NM to assist in managing Groovey Studios. I also performed and recorded with not only pop and rock artist but many Native American artist....

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 started playing recognizable melodies on the piano at 18 months old. At that time I was told that I even had perfect pitch. By age 5, my mother started giving me classical, gospel, and improvisational lessons. I was one of her 50 students until my senior year in high school. Through elementary, junior high, and high school, I received a lot of performance experience from school marching/concert bands, choirs, church choirs, piano concerts, band/choral conducting, and composing.

I received my BBA in Finance from the University of Texas at Arlington; through college and to the present, I have received over 25 years of performing/directing experience from overseeing two mega-church music ministries. At these ministries, I served as the department head, responsible for lead piano, directing, arranging, worship leading, and departmental oversight.

I have produced 7 personal instrumental projects, and I have produced and recorded over 40 projects for other local, regional,...

- 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.