Private Acoustic Guitar tutoring lessons Clermont, FL.

Learn the basics of guitar at your own pace while learning some of your favorite songs.

Includes:
Clear lesson plan
Workbook
Weekly lessons
Performance prep and planning

Students learn the basics through professional ability to play their instrument. Knowledge of what they are playing is just as important as what they are playing. I give them that knowledge and ability.

All levels and styles

I am a dedicated lifelong fan of the acoustic guitar and it's music. Flatpicking a la Tony Rice, fingerstyle moves from James Taylor or Mississippi John Hurt, or strumming great songs from Taylor Swift, The Eagles... this is all music I have loved and learned and shared with my students. I am also here to help you learn the great acoustic guitar parts your bring to the lesson from your favorite artists, or to find your own voice on this great instrument.

I played music professionally for many years, both solo and in a variety of bands. I did not enjoy performing. I am a songwriter and my studio is where I feel most comfortable. I teach finger-style acoustic guitar as my default but enjoy other styles as well. Regardless of style, it will always be combined with a strong understanding of music theory and guitar basics. It doesn't matter If you are interested in more advanced topics (i.e. songwriting, recording, etc.) or are a complete beginner. I am happy to work with all levels. Let's get started. You can do this!

My method is centered around having my students consistently learn new material, while retaining what they have learned. I’m sensitive to making sure they are challenged while also giving them material that will enable them to succeed. I customize each lesson to meet the needs and interests of each student. An example of a 45 minute lesson commonly includes the first 5 minutes being dedicated to checking in on how the practice went, and answering any questions the student may have about the material. Then there would be 15 minutes of review which would consist of finding which parts of the material are most challenging and finding the most effective way for the student to practice those parts and perfect the material. After that, there would be a three minute pause during which the student would listen to the new piece (whether it be material I introduced or material they suggested) so they can write down everything that they enjoyed and perceived about the new piece. Then there ...