Teaching is a privilege and responsibility. As a guitarist I strive to give my best at every performance and lesson. I instill the same qualities that have opened doors for me in my students. I teach students to think for themselves on their instruments and how to apply what we cover in our lessons to their day to day lives and playing experiences. From the largest stages to solo settings I draw on my twenty years of playing music and share the insights I've learned along the way. Below is my bio:
As the eldest of four children I began violin at age eight and began playing guitar at thirteen. I was self taught on guitar until beginning private lessons at age sixteen. I entered into high school and played guitar in jazz ensemble all four years. I received a scholarship from my high school's music department due to my dedication to music through performance and participation in marching band, men's quartet, show choir, orchestra and jazz band. My high school jazz band director was...

Qualifications: 10+ years in the music industry as a guitarist, vocalist, engineer, performer and instructor.
Graduated from Atlanta Institute of Music with honors.

I believe in the power of music to move people and as a form of self expression. Whether you are a hobbyist or a career musician I can help fill in all the holes you may have and provide you with insight into what it takes to become proficient on your instrument or just compose songs. Whether it is in regards to technique or theory and composition, playing a musical instrument is so much more than stringing a few notes together. It is a life long endeavor which re-enforces self discipline, motivation, time management, and finding one's self through expression of their inner person.

Dr. Jerry G. has performed as a professional musician, drummer and vocalist for almost 50 years. He has a background in classical music and has studied theory and numerous instruments and vocals.

After playing hits in the 60’s, "Dr. J" performed as an organist doing 10 shows a week in '69 and '70 at, what is today, the Pabst/Riverside Theater in Milwaukee. Jerry played 6 nights a week in the 70’s and toured with the legendary Grand Ole Opry star, Webb Pierce. By the late 1990’s, after earning a Doctorate in Instructional Technology, Jerry was with Ernie Givens & The White Lies Band and won Nashville’s OCT “Indie” award as the best Country Band in the World in both 1999 and 2000. He is a highly versatile percussionist versed in a wide range of musical styles from rock and country to swing and jazz.

With almost 25 years as a university professor, he teaches instructional technology and graduate research for teachers. He is a widely published author, public...