Gorham, ME Guitar Lessons

I focus on teaching you to play guitar through the music you enjoy listening to. If you enjoy what you are playing then you will be inspired. If you are inspired you will practice and if you practice you WILL get results!

born and raised in the Mid-Western US where I played and performed in several circuit bands, some which received record contracts! I also have 2 national product endorsements. After 10 years of playing in the mid-west, I then set my eyes on the Southern US where I currently resides and performs. I have over 27 years of total experience in the industry. This experience includes guitars, equipment, booking, marketing, effects, amplifiers, recording and live music mixing. I have hands-on experience in many musical styles such as Rock, Heavy Metal, Pop, R&B, Country, Top 40, Funk and Folk music.

Over the past 10 years, I have started my teaching practice and I've taught students who range from 7 years of age and up. The one thing I have learned is that lessons absolutely have to be fun! I target each student’s lessons to uniquely follow your goals and get YOU to where you want to be.

Some of my guitar influences are Van Halen, Steve Vai, ACDC, Guns ‘n Roses, Led Zeppelin and James ...

Acoustic or electric guitar - any style!

I've been teaching guitar lessons for 7 years and my students have gone on to play guitar for personal entertainment, or even have careers as performing musicians. Within the first few lessons, you'll be able to play basic chord forms and a few popular songs; as time goes on you'll be able to learn songs by ear, play scales and solos, and advanced chord forms. I specialize in jazz guitar but have extensive experience in all styles. I typically use Mel Bay's guitar books as well as my own instructional series of curriculum, and have the following tools available for your lessons: 7 guitars (acoustic and electric), multiple amplifiers, and an effects board. I love working with students of all ages and experience levels and I can't wait to meet you!

I teach acoustic and electric guitar for rock, pop, folk, country, blues, and worship music. I've been playing guitar for 36 years, and teaching guitar for 14 years. When you study guitar with me you will learn chords, scales, practical music theory, improvisation, sight reading, tablature, and most importantly songs by your favorite artists!

Guitar lessons with me are designed to help students achieve their musical goals. I place high importance on building student self confidence, through improvisation, composition, and technique building exercises. I also place high importance on the use of technology in lessons (beat making, recording techniques, amplifier/effect pedal usage, etc.)

Tim has made a career as a professional musician since receiving his M.A. in Appalachian Music: Roots & Influences from Appalachian State University in the spring of 2014. With experience as a Guitar Center instructor since 2015, an AmeriCorps member with the Cincinnati Youth Collaborative, and an Instructor of Record at Appalachian State, Tim is able to pair his deep knowledge of diverse musical styles, techniques, and theory with his adeptness at teaching. This enables students to quickly increase their skill and gain a deep appreciation for the music they are learning. His teaching approach centers on aural training, and encourages a student-driven curriculum.

Professionally, Tim is a Larrivee Guitars sponsored artist, and has performed all across the United States with the acoustic roots band, Redleg Husky.

Experienced teacher of 10 years, teaching beginner to advanced students in guitar! All ages welcome. I have a Bachelor's degree in music performance specializing Classical guitar. But I can teach all styles of music: blues, rock, metal, jazz, pop, bluegrass, etc.

Whatever you want to learn, we will play! I have personalized curriculum that tailors to each student. We will set goals and stay on track, seeing results within the first week! I love teaching and music is my passion...let's learn!

I'm originally from Los angels California, I grew up outside of Hollywood and grew up like all of us being a fan first. I grew up playing in bands of all sorts and became a guitar tech and teacher soon after. I throughly enjoy passing down next generations with knowledge acquired throughout my years of playing, building and teaching.

I have been playing the guitar for over ten years. I have experience in all genres and don’t back away from any song. I am very passionate about what I do and take great joy in teaching others.