Private Acoustic Guitar tutoring lessons Cocoa Beach, FL.

Students will learn how to play songs of choice by learning how to play many chords comfortably on the guitar. I teach strumming techniques and rhythm concepts which allows the student to be diverse with there guitar playing. Ear training is looked at very closely to insure relative pitch is understood and hearing is comfortable and accurate for the student. Real time studio recordings are made while students are playing the guitar at there lesson. This allow instant constructive feedback which maintains a positive attitude the student will benefit from while learning to play the guitar.

Learn proper technique, how to read sheet music and guitar tabs, how to play scales and chords, music theory, and more!

The true test: wood, strings and fingers. Acoustic guitar is a different beast from their electronically assisted cousins. As with most beginning Guitar students, I learned how to play on an acoustic. While I have ventured on to learn many other instruments, playing the Acoustic Guitar remains my first love (as well as the majority of my income with my solo acoustic show).

I am quite versed in many styles including but to limited to: Jazz, Bluegrass, Folk, Classical, Blues, Reggae, and Funk. My method is very Music Theory based using mostly Classic Rock and Top 40 musical examples. I, some have said, 'inadvertently teach people Music Theory' by explaining HOW a song is written while still keeping it fun. I know from my years of experience teaching kids 7-18 that if a student isn't excited to play, they simply wont. I am an expert at figuring out songs by ear so pick your favorite songs and I'll teach you how to play them! I also have full recording capability should you want to ...

Students will learn how to read music in standard notation, tablature can also be taught on student request. In addition students will earn all open position chords and some barre chords.

You can do whatever you put your mind to if you follow my instruction and put in the work!
I can help you get where you need to be as a guitarist.
I am a professional musician who has played the guitar for over 30 years.
Erik "Johnny" Johnson studied music theory and "applied commercial music skills" with the world renowned guitarist Fred Benedetti at a college level.
"Johnny" is also a singer/song writer/band leader and has a deep understanding of what it takes to play out in the world.
Specializes in a range of genres from vintage style swing/jump blues to indie rock/punk.

For students who have played an instrument prior to our lessons, I try and shape a curriculum entirely based upon the specific goals of the student, and I rarely use text books although I use a lot of exercises and educational material when appropriate.  I feel learning to play and transcribe songs and solos to increase a students self reliance and confidence is my most important job.  Most students come to me looking for structure so I try and provide a clear path to their goals. For students with no prior music experience I use text books, and exercises to strengthen their technique, expose them to musical ideas, and give them a foundation for basic theory.  After that is accomplished I move into a curriculum that is more personal to their specific goals.