Coral Springs, FL Country Guitar Lessons

With each one of my students, I take into account how much time they are willing to practice, what genres interest them, and what learning style works best. I then come up with a structured lesson plan that is specifically catered to their needs.

If you have any other questions, feel free to contact me. Look forward to hearing from you soon!

- first position chords
- using the capo
- major and country scales

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Generally somewhat of a mix between blues and bluegrass guitar. Emphasis on improvising, hybrid picking styles, chord voicing, and strumming.

Considering the massive popularity of Country Music today, many people have their own definition of what country guitar is, so naturally the lessons will conform to what the student desires. Traditionally however, country guitar has a heavy focus on chord voicing and hybrid-picking style leads.

I am passionate about seeing students grow. I strive to be energetic yet patient when teaching to create a comfortable dynamic in my lessons that encourages excitement about music.
I have been playing guitar for 9 years, and have performed professionally with groups playing styles ranging from jazz, country, rock, blues, funk, and even musical theatre. I am capable of teaching beginners as well as intermediate students.
My lessons encourage a strong knowledge of fundamentals, so that a student can continue to develop years down the road with their acquired understanding of music, but I also am also careful to tailor lesson material according to a student's interests, personality, and natural learning methods.

Chad was born in Neenah, Wisconsin. Since childhood he has been interested in music and the beautiful sounds that it offers. Starting out on the piano at a young age he moved over to violin and then to guitar. In 2005, he moved to Hollywood, California to receive his Bachelor’s degree at the Musicians Institute, where he studied guitar and music from some of the best contemporary musicians in the world.

Chad currently resides in Fort Wayne and continues to play in various bands and has recorded over 9 records with different acts. His style of playing ranges from jazz, funk, pop, Latin and everything in between. Two notable performances have been opening up for the legendary rock band, Jefferson Starship and playing guitar in the MTV show The Electric Barbarellas. He also has recently played in the award winning L.A. musical, Mulholland Christmas Carol.

Through his live playing experience he has learned the trade from hands on experience and wants to share his knowledge with his ...

Where ever you are at in your musical journey, I will meet you there. I have plenty of experience with students of all ages and abilities so I have a deeper understanding of how to make meaningful connections and tools to provide a greater understanding. Whether the student wants serious, academic musical studies or just wants to have fun and blow off steam, I cater to the student's goals and desires.

I grew up in Galax, VA where bluegrass has it's roots. My experience ranges from jazz instruction at the University of Virginia to jam sessions and performance at bluegrass festivals.

At Anchorage Guitar Studio, we set ourselves apart from many guitar instructors by offering tailored lessons according to your goals in playing guitar. No student is alike, therefore one size does not fit all. We specialize in guitar performance, music theory, and songwriting. Students will have the option to participate in a bi-annual recital that will include playing with a live band to gain experience in performing with others. Our studio is brick and mortar, which minimizes distractions during the lesson, and exposes students to a variety of performance applications. We are accepting new students for the fall semester, but space is limited! Please visit our website for a discounted rate in lessons at anchorageguitarstudio.com. Experience why Anchorage Guitar Studio is Anchorage's premium choice in guitar performance, theory, and songwriting lessons.

Nicholas has been studying and playing electric and classical guitar for over 10 years. His early influences include jazz musicians such as Charlie Christian, Wes Montgomery, Joe Pass, Pat Metheny, Pat Martino, and Django Reinhardt. His musical range is impressive: he has been consistently learning and playing jazz, rock, metal, and funk for his entire musical career and has also been playing classical music for over 5 years.

Nicholas graduated with a Bachelors of Music from University of California, Irvine under the instruction of John Schneiderman, a world-renowned guitar and lute player. He is also working with reknowned jazz musicians and instructors Darek Oles, Kei Akagi, and Bobby Rodriguez.

Have you ever been in a class where the teacher might as well have been an adult from the Peanuts? You stare at them with a glazed over expression hearing "womp womp womp." This is NOT that kind of lesson. I realize that we all are different and therefore learn differently. I try my best to connect with the individual and teach in a style that best fits each person. Cookie cutter teaching just doesn't cut it!