Private Acoustic Guitar tutoring lessons San Bernardino, CA.

I am a guitar player, singer/songwriter performer and recording artist. I am self taught and formally trained, graduate from Musicians Institute. I play acoustic and electric guitar. As my student, I will work at your pace teaching you basic music theory, guitar chord charts and tab so that you can easily learn how to play your favorite songs and create your own songs.

Learning how to play guitar is easy, with my step-by-step method (additional book purchase required). I give students the opportunity to learn simple technique that sets them up for future learning and beyond!
You'll learn how to hold your instrument, the parts of your instrument, how to tune it, placing fingers on the strings to get the best sound, strumming and picking. I'll throw in reading various types of written music covering chords and theory. You'll receive instruction, demonstration, and exercises for the very basics of operating it so you can master them in literally no time, and quickly move on to expanding technique and playing songs. You'll also learn how to sing and play at the same time so you can entertain your friends with the latest cover songs!

I've been performing in various bands since the early 90s, in styles ranging from rock n roll to country, blues, jazz, bluegrass, and beyond. I've also been teaching full time music lessons since 2004, and have helped hundreds of students become better musicians. I work with students age 8-78, and try to make sure that you learn what you need to know while also enjoying yourself in a relaxed and fun musical environment!

Branson musician now accepting a select few students. I have been a professional musician in Branson for over 20 years. I have played lead guitar for entertainers and shows in Branson for Andy Williams, Barbara Fairchild, Magnificent 7, Lost In The 50's and currently play for The Hughes Brothers Show.
I have a music degree and have taught private lessons for over 30 years.

Many people think playing acoustic guitar is the same as playing the electric. While this isn't completely untrue, there are subtle differences that are key to mastering either or both. When we sit down to work on building our skills on an acoustic guitar, we'd go at a pace comfortable for you, and you'll be playing like a pro in no time.

My teaching approach: I'll help you figure out your musical goals, and customize a lesson plan to get you there (ex: performance technique, music theory, music business coaching, musicology, exploring new musical genres, song selection and interpretation).