Belleair Beach, FL Bluegrass Guitar Lessons

Bluegrass guitar is one of my specialties and favorite ares of acoustic guitar playing. I've studied the old school styles of Doc Watson to modern newgrass players like Bryan Sutton and David Grier. If bluegrass is on your mind I'd be delighted to work with you!

fingerpicking, folk strumming patterns

I started playing acoustic guitar when I was seven years old. I have been playing and teaching mostly bluegrass, old time, Irish, blues, and swing jazz styles for many years. I have taught both privately and have also done various workshops at festivals. I have taught guitar multiple years for instance at the Gettysburg Bluegrass Festival in PA.
My students learn to have fun with music. Students can work on rhythms, melodies, improvisation, song writing, getting into and/or hanging on in a jam session, etc.

Flat pickin to finger pickin and even chicken pickin!

Lets get pickin!

Do you like Bryan Sutton, Tony Rice, Doc Watson, and Ricky Skaggs?
I can teach you how to play like these guys. I have been teaching for 12 years and studied under 2 time Grammy winner, Curtis Burch at the Kentucky School of Bluegrass and Traditional music.

We'll learn standard chord progressions and picking patterns.

My lessons are catered to the individual student. Typically half of the session is spent on technique/fretboard harmony and the other half is spent on learning music/songs. I have found it is best for younger students (12 and under) to learn from a book - for added structure).

I have earned a Bachelor's Degree from Berklee College of Music, in Boston, MA. While there, I received extensive training in performance, composition, and music production.

I am currently working as a private instructor for students of a wide range of ages and experience levels. I am proficient in many music styles, and have a in depth understanding of music theory and ear training.

I own a music production business where I work with professional artist to record and produce their music, and make them achieve their greatest possible sound

Besides all that, I love to teach. I have been blessed with many great music teachers who have inspired me and influenced my life. I am glad to be offering the same opportunity to my students, while helping them grow artistically and develop a deeper love of music.

Hi fellow musicians! I am a professional touring musician, songwriter, and recording artist based in Austin, TX. I graduated magna cum laude with a degree in Mandolin Performance and a minor in American Roots Music from Berklee College of Music in Boston.

Every musician has their own voice in this world. I want to work with you to mold and develop that voice with solid fundamentals and understanding of how music works. We will go over music theory and how it applies to your instrument and we will also touch on the mechanics of being a proficient player. All these things lead to being the best musician you can be!

I am a classically trained musician with a Bachelor's Degree in Music from Florida State University. With a total of 19 years of experience - 11 of those years as a member of the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra - I am capable of teaching multiple styles of music to all ages and proficiency levels. Also a multi-instrumentalist, I have the ability to teach other stringed instruments such as the viola, cello, double bass, guitar, mandolin, and ukulele.