Clearwater, FL Guitar Lessons

I have studied Guitar with Joe Settlemires who taught players like Brad Paisley, and Vince Gill. I started playing guitar at 15 and have toured all over the country. If your'e just starting to play or you're mastering advanced shredding skills I can help you accomplish your musical goals while feeding your addiction of music!

During lessons, students will learn every aspect of guitar. Beginners will learn how to tune using multiple methods, string your guitar, reading guitar notation and tablatures. In-studio students can use acoustic/electric guitar and amp if needed.

I have been teaching guitar for 23 years. I emphasize the details of good technique and reading music skills. You will learn and develop the basics so that you can progress to any style of music you would like to play. Picking and finger style guitar are both offered. Begin making music on the guitar today!

Play songs you like! Private lessons are customized to suit your goals. Some of my former students have gone on to become professionals, some just like to play music with their friends.

I am here to combine my academic teaching background with my guitar/music background. I have been playing for many years and I enjoy almost all types of music. I use many resources depending on what the student wants to learn. I can teach all ages and all learning backgrounds, I will adapt the instruction to what your strengths are.

My lessons are unique because in addition to being a musician in classical guitar and nylon fingerstyle I also have the tools to transmit knowledge in a successful and enjoyable way, I adapt to the expectations and needs of each student by creating a program of classes personalized for each student. I have taught strudents successfully in tis manner for the past 7 years.

I have a great understanding of where to start with brand new students that makes it easy, fun and gives them a big win and success with even the first lesson.

I have studied with many guitar teachers including Jazz Fusionist Alex Machacek. I teach basic music theory and specialize in shred guitar technique. I teach proper practice to learn any style and any song comfortably and quickly. I'm also super easy going and patient with all of my students. Taking extra time and care to understand them and what they want to accomplish, while guiding them bit by bit to achieving their goals with guitar.

Passionate about teaching kids to love and create music. I have 5+ years teaching elementary and younger. I am eager to instruct students of all ages who desire to learn a new art and develop a creative outlet. Music has changed my life and I desire to give you the skills and knowledge allow the discovery of music to change yours as well.

Most beginners new to guitar give up within the first week because they either don't know where to begin or they use generic methods of learning (i.e. online videos, books, etc.) Learning and playing guitar is a personal experience, and when you find your style it becomes one of the most rewarding decisions you can make. My approach to teaching is to guide students through fundamentals while making the learning experience fun and finding a sound they can produce that will bring the joy of music from their fingertips.