Decatur, GA Guitar Lessons

I have been playing guitar since I was 14, and have been performing and teaching for over 20 years.
I studied jazz guitar, composition, and theory at the Mannes Conservatory in NYC, NY., and also with several private teachers.
I teach many styles, including rock, pop, blues, folk, and jazz.
(I do NOT play classical or flamenco.)
I tailor my lessons to meet the interests and learning styles of my students. I teach playing by ear, music reading, tablature, and theory. I enjoy teaching students of all ages - children, teens, and adults.
I make lessons fun for young children, by including some musical games and activities. With teens and adults, I have the students choose the songs and styles they wish to work on, and go from there.

I've been a writing, recording, performing and touring artist for 21 years now. I play in a national band and also do singer/songwriter solo work.
All of it came from learning how to play the guitar. I firmly believe that anybody can learn this, if they want to put in the work and effort. I guess the saying is: ''you don't work music, you play it, but it takes work to learn to play it''. Anyways, I've gathered a lot of experience over the years and still learning everyday. I really enjoy the teaching aspect of music and to make those musical connections with people. I think Keith Richards said it best when asked about the best part of being a musician,: ''you pass it on''. I will stand by that. Looking forward to meeting you!

Experienced guitar teacher of 12 years available for eager students of all experience levels and ages! I structure my lessons so students learn what they want to learn, while also building a strong foundation of classical guitar. I specialize in all genres. I use a variety of repertoire books and sight-reading/theory materials supplement lessons as needed. My home studio features two guitars, two keyboards, a baby grand piano, recording equipment, and more.

Whether you are here to expand and develop your playing abilities or you are picking up the guitar for the first time, we will work to accomplish and exceed your goals. As an experienced teacher, player, and student at Berklee College of Music, I am prepared to teach a wide variety of styles and techniques. I can help you with music theory or show you how to play your favorite songs. It is all up to you!

If you are looking for fun, engaging lessons that make your favorite music accessible, that is what I am all about.

The students I work with should have the goal of having fun and learning a new way to approach things, as music tests our minds continuously. I've had a blast making this my career as a touring musician and I could not imagine a better way to give back to the music community than to make sure the next generation gains the knowledge that was given to me in so many different scenarios. I hope to work with you and test you along the way to become a better musician as well as a better person. Thanks

I'm a big believer in making Guitar lessons fun at the start. I know how difficult it is at the beginning, and so I find out where a student wants to go with his instrument and create a custom program specifically for him or her so that there's always a goal to work towards. Additionally, I teach music - understanding how music works and why it works - so that skills you develop on the guitar can then be transferred to any other instrument a student wants to learn.

I have been teaching guitar professionally for over 4 years in the Atlanta area. As a recent graduate of Kennesaw State University with a degree in Jazz Guitar Performance, I have developed a deep love for music and the guitar which I thoroughly enjoy sharing with my students. I currently teach and perform, traveling across the United States with various groups performing a multitude of genres, all of which I love teaching and sharing with eager students! I was not a "natural" guitarist, so I have a great method for making guitar/music make sense so that all of my students can be successful. I look forward to working with you!