Guitar with Aaron B.

Aaron is a guitarist, composer, improviser and songwriter with 20 years teaching experience, based in Syracuse, NY. Having received a Bachelor of Music Degree in Classical Guitar Performance from the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, he has studied a wide breadth of styles including classical guitar with Ken Meyer, James Piorkowski, and Stephen Aron; jazz guitar with Bob Sneider, Phil Flanigan, and Rick Balestra; and flamenco guitar with Jeronimo Maya and Javier Gomez while traveling in Spain. With proficiency in nylon, steel-string and bass guitar, as well as percussion and keyboards, he has released four albums of original material showcasing his work as a multi-instrumentalist. He performs regularly as a solo classical guitarist and accompanist in multiple genres, including the indie-folk Ryan Holweger Band. He synthesizes this experience and affinity across a wide array of musical backgrounds with a deep focus in classical guitar, incorporating a multifaceted approach into his pedagogy. As a teacher, Aaron values creativity and the enjoyment of music, as well as the disciplines of music theory, ear-training, and technique. Aaron has worked with students of all ages, backgrounds and experience levels and will work to help you achieve your goals, whether it's picking up the guitar for the first time, learning your favorite song, or starting a lifelong journey with music.