East Hartford, CT Mandolin Lessons

I've been teaching Mandolin for 12 years and my students have gone on to play in their own bands and work with major artists everywhere. Within the first few lessons, you'll be able to know your way around the instrument and as time goes on you'll be able to play like a pro. I specialize in Pop, Rock, R&B, Country and Gospel and love working with students of all ages and experience levels and I can't wait to meet you!

Mandolin is an interesting instrument in these modern times as it has a history of either bluegrass or European music but has been used in Rock songs too. So it's a lot of fun working out how each student wants to use his mandolin - what style or combination can be quite unique. What's your interest?

I can teach all levels and many styles. I make it easy for you to learn at you're own pace so you can achieve your goals and have fun playing music.

All styles from classical to jazz/blues to many ethnic/world music styles

.I can show you how to read notes, tabs and charts, play by ear and play like a pro.

I've taught from ages 4 to 74 on mandolin in my teaching studio, which has been kicking since 2001, after earning my degree in music performance from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Students describe me as patient, fun, and encouraging! As your teacher, you can expect me to work with you from where you are, and with subjects and curriculum that match what you are interested in learning. **NEW STUDENT SPECIAL!** I have just shifted my studio to online only, and I have studio times available, and I am excited to meet new students! From now through October 2017, I am offering a new online student special, where students can purchase lessons at a reduced rate! Students may purchase as many lessons at this rate as they like, but in November, rates will return to regular tuition. ($28 per 30-min session). I look forward to meeting you! Call Take Lessons today to sign up!

you can expect to learn how to play Italian and folk songs. Very beautiful as well as easy and fun.

I can teach standard mandolin playing such as chords and scales, but I can also teach reading mandolin classically. We can learn mandolin in whatever style you like, and work on any songs you're interested in. If you don't have any specifications, don't fret! I have a curriculum planned with everything from traditional mandolin songs to playing movie theme melodies.

Lessons focus on developing good tone through proper technique, developing a well-rounded musician that can adapt to various genres and styles.