Troy, MI Flamenco Guitar Lessons

everyone else making interesting music in the world.

*** Lesson Details ***
I am a GIT graduate and will teach you everything they teach at Musicians Institute, one-on-one. Whether you want to learn scales, arpeggios, chords, music theory, harmony, arranging, reading music, writing music, ear training, rhythm guitar styles (rock, pop, jazz, funk), soloing techniques (rock, metal, pop, fusion), songwriting (on acoustic and electric), live performance (pre-show preparedness, eliminating stage fright, developing a professional stage presence), using fx pedals, ideal amplifier settings, finding your signature guitar tone, music production (recording, mixing and mastering), music business (creating your press kit, marketing your music, negotiating payments and contracts)...you name it, I've studied it and will teach it to you!

*** Studio Equipment ***
When I'm not touring and doing sessions, I spend the majority of my time in Hollywood, where I keep a small but full-featured music studio on a nice, quiet little street just off Hollywood Blvd. It's great because it contains all of the necessary items I need to maintain my skills, improve my abilities, and expand my knowledge (sofa, chair, office desk/chair, several amplifiers, guitars, fx pedals, metronome, etc). And in terms of the lessons I teach, while there isn't an on-site waiting area, there are several shops, restaurants and a small Fresh & Easy grocer with a nice, quiet alfresco seating area just a block or so away. What's more, the Hollywood & Highland mall is only a few blocks away. Parking is very convenient in the LA Fitness subterranean garage, the entrance to which is located on North Sycamore Ave. The fee for parking is free for one hour, with easy, no-hassle validation from Fresh & Easy. Note: street parking is permit-only and you will be ticketed...so DO NOT park on the street!

*** Travel Equipment ***
Please bring your instrument, a notebook, pencil, and, if you would like to record your lessons to have and review afterward, a pocket-size recording device. I will typically record moments when a student performs an example of something s/he has been working on, or an improvisation regarding the same. I do this strictly for the purpose of (a) having an example to which to compare and measure the student's progress and improvement over time, and/or (b) to capture a 'magical moment' of musical inspiration that might prove useful to the student's artistic/musical development, etc. At the student's request, I will provide a copy of said recordings (if any) on a CD. All such recordings are kept 100% confidential, are not distributed nor disseminated for any reason whatsoever, and are deleted at such time that the student discontinues his/her lessons with me.

*** Specialties ***
I am a very style-flexible musician and guitarist. Some really great books I've used in my own studies and lessons include: Pepe Romero's 'Guitar Style and Technique,' Ted Greene's 'Chord Chemistry,' George Russell's 'The Lydian Chromatic Concept of Tonal Organization for Improvisation,' Peter Magadini's 'Polyrhythms,' et al.

l in 2010 as it's leader. The band has worked with several national and international touring bands, has been featured on indie and major radio from their hometown in Detroit to the UK, and has released two EPs, two singles, and a full length album.
Feel free to message with any questions about potential lessons; we'd love to hear from you!.

*** Lesson Details ***
As an instructor, I start students with the basics (open chords, major/minor and blues scales, general rhythm/timing, and beginner technique), and like to get at least a basic ability to sight read (music notation).

For younger students, I get them started on a beginner book for sight reading music and simple/basic songs to start with and build up their ability.

If a student is a little more capable, we start on a more modern/popular song they like. For my more advanced students, we get into music theory (cycle of fifths, harmony, chord language, etc.) and with some students we study specific genres.

My approach is one of building up a student's self confidence, and ultimately making learning fun. I take teaching seriously and value my student's time; so I work to get the most out of them, and to make their lessons worth while. All ages and levels are welcome!

*** Studio Equipment ***
Studio space in Helen's of Troy. Office is furnished with seating, music stand, and amplifier.
Student must have their own instrument and pick.

*** Specialties ***
I'm a singer/songwriter as well as a guitar player/instructor, so the construction and arranging of a song; from the music to the lyrics; are very much within my experience and teaching.

h beginner to advanced students of any age. I also can provide pro and amateur electric guitarists an in-depth study of correct hand postures and left-hand/right-hand technique which can help to refine their overall technique and stylistic approach. I can also advise professional electric guitarists on their electronics, effects pedals, and amplifiers to achieve their own individual sound. I also teach Bass, and reading the Bass clef.

My teaching specialties include: Solfeggio, Sight Reading, Music Theory, Scales and Modes, Left and Right Hand Technique, Blues Progressions, Jazz Standards the Classical Repertoire, Flamenco styles, techniques and repertoire, and the works of Sor, Giuliani, and Carcassi, Brouwer, Aguado, Villa-Lobos, Sabicas and Paco de Lucia.

I have an in-depth knowledge of the stylistic approaches and techniques of such guitarists as Eric Johnson, Jeff Beck, Joe Satriani, Randy Rhoads, Jimi Hendrix, Robert Fripp, Adrian Belew, and SRV to name a few, and I can teach you the components they use to build their signature licks.

As a rule I only transcribe to give the students examples for lessons. I intend for all of my students to grow as musicians, so my lessons do not consist solely of transcribed solos and riffs.

I have a vast library of music, so I can draw from my own resources to teach you, or from a method of your choosing.

My schedule has a few openings right now. I do teach outside of my stated teaching radius, but ONLY at the 60 minute rate.

I teach people of all ages, from children to adults. I believe everyone is on an even keel, if they are willing and eager to learn.

*** Lesson Details ***
Emphasis on classical posture and technique.
Emphasis on sight-reading.
All students learn to play basic blues and jam
Technique varies depending on the particular style the student wishes to learn.

*** Studio Equipment ***
I presently don't teach in my home studio. I can bring a folding music stand or extra footstool if necessary.

*** Travel Equipment ***
I can provide a limited number of learning materials such as copied exercises, listening or practicing CD on occasion. However, I feel that it is the student's responsibility to provide their own guitars, and the bulf of their own learning materials and necessary electronic equipment. This can include footstools, music stands, method books, amps, cables, pedals, etc.

*** Specialties ***
I've been playing guitar for 25 years, and this has given me the time to study, perform, and perfect many styles of guitar playing.

I studied classical and flamenco guitar with Robert Guthrie for 4 years before and after my studies in the SMU program. I've also played in jazz and rock ensembles since the age of 14. I studied with Chuck Pangburn, pro jazz cat, and Brad McLemore, an indie rock songwriter, early on in my studies as an adolescent.

I encourage most students to learn to play on a classical or nylon-string guitar early on in order to develop proper technique, posture, sensitivity, and sensibility. I also encourage all students to learn to sight-read at a very early point in their studies. Once, this hurdle is cleared many other challenges are easily surpassed.

Presently, I am developing a new method which incorporates solfeggio, blues and popular music forms, and improvisational playing. I also am exploring the vanguard of new guitar technology such as the Moog Guitar, analog effects, and various guitar synthesizers.

I try to introduce an understanding of music theory early on so that students develop a full comprehension of not only the written language of music, but also the sonic-aural language of music.

s of music as opposed to just "picking and grinning", IE learning only "By Ear." I do specialize in music theory, and have many students taking lessons simply for this excellent foundation for songwriting also.

I am a classically trained guitarist that performs both as a soloist and for ensemble in a wide variety of styles. I graduated in 1996 from Schoolcraft College with an Associates degree in Music performance, and then, studying under the tutelage of Brian Roberts went on to receive my Bachelor's degree in Guitar Performance with a secondary in Jazz from Wayne State University in 2004. While at Wayne State and along the way I've performed and participated in several masterclasses with renowned artists: William Kanengiser, John Holmquest, Philip Candelaria, Jason Vieaux, Scott Tennant, and Antigoni Goni. I have also completed the teacher requirements for books 1-a and 1-b for the Suzuki Guitar Institute.

Many of my classical guitar and electric guitar students have went on to study further at the collegiate level, some achieving scholarships. My most recent students are current Berklee school of music graduates now in a band called "Flight of Fire", recently opened for Bonjovi this past summer and are getting air time on local radio stations... well on their way to living the dream! …the bulk of my students become full time professional musicians.

*** Lesson Details ***
I am an extremely patient person who has been teaching for over 20 years. I am laid back so there will be no pressure. With my electric and steel string guitar students, I host a special "Jam Session" 2 - 3 times a year to which will be one of your goals to participate in. This includes playing with a drummer, bassist, singer and another guitar player (usually me) and having it recorded. This should serve as your motivation to practice. This really eliminates the need for me to pull out a "yardstick" and "smack" your hands over the knuckles when not practicing your scales as many old traditional teachers may have done!

At your first lesson I will talk with you and give you examples of music that is played with a Flat-Pick, or music that uses the Finger-Style technique. This will be an important process as it will dictate which direction you will go in as a musician and especially during our lessons.

For the most part, playing with a Flat-Pick is generally used with the electric guitar and with most mainstream styles of music like "Rock and Roll", "Blues", "Rock-a-Billy" "Funk", and playing with the Finger-Style technique is used in styles like "Classical" and "Folk." After a while, I will introduce you to the other style of playing as well, as most great guitar players use both techniques in their playing...musicians (guitarists) such as: “Jimmy Page“, “Brian Setzer”, “Stevie Ray Vaughan”, “Joe Satriani”, “Lindsey Buckingham”, “Paul McCartney”, “John Mayer”, and many, many more.

To make learning the guitar Fun, I make sure to incorporate your main interest(s) first. Whether it be learning your new favorite song(s), learning how to write a song, or just learning some basics that you can use for when sitting around the campfire. This will be intertwined with which style you choose to start with: Flat-Pick or Finger-Style.

Pending on the level that you are starting at, (beginner, intermediate, advanced) I will include tidbits of music theory that will be used in a consistent manner. These will usually be progressive, pending on your level. For example, the songs you learn will be written out in an easy to understand chart that will have the fundamental aspects of theory (IE, chords, key, and rhythm pattern) that all musicians should understand.

With Children learning with a Flat-Pick, I encourage the use of a basic guitar instruction book.
Level One (beginners) :

"Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book One" by Will Schmid.

I will also use as a substitute for Level One:
"Alfred's Basic Guitar Method" by Alfred's Publishing Co.

More advanced players who can read music already (and graduates from book one) I prefer;
"Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book Two"

With Adults, I will ask if learning to read music interests you. It is a vital part of a practicing musician, but sometimes your needs may require a more one dimensional approach as time may be of essence. Again, I learned by ear and educated myself later...so I understand the person who wants to hold off on reading right away.

Students who want to learn the Classical (Finger-Style) approach will be encouraged to purchase a beginners book that I use written by one of my first instructors/mentor. It is a very intuitive book that covers the technique in great detail yet is very easy to understand (along with my help.) I will provide means of acquiring this book at your first lesson.

Students who want to learn the Folk (Finger-Style) approach will usually start in the above book, unless your an adult who just wants to learn some basics.

At your first lesson I will also provide you with documentation that goes more in depth about the various styles of guitar as the above info is scaled down.

*** Studio Equipment ***
-Amps

-Guitars (Electric, Acoustic, Classical, Bass)

- PA (loud speakers so you can Turn it Up! When playing along)

-Band in a Box (to play along with real prerecorded instruments seamlessly interleaved into a band type setting with almost unlimited genre choices...very impressive technology)

- Pro Tools (recording gear for all needs)

- Guitar Pro and Finale (to transpose music into sheet music)

-Skype (for out of town interactivity. Can do lessons via Skype)

-Basement with plenty of seating for parents, and or observers.

*** Specialties ***
I specialize in Classical Guitar, Electric Guitar, and Acoustic Guitar; Improvisation, Songwriting, Backup Vocals, Fretboard Harmony, Music Theory, Performance, and Recording.

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Pop, Rock, R&B, Jazz, Classical, Broadway.

*** Lesson Details ***
Guitar: Learning to properly handle the guitar, left and right hand techniques. learn to tune the instrument. read notes, and lean all major, minor, and seven chords by the end of book 1

Piano: learning all 12 scales by heart, proper fingers technique for both hands, reading both left and right hand notation by end of book 1.

*** Studio Equipment ***
Tascam D8000 40 Ch. Digital mixer
Alesus quad Reverb,
Yamaha EX5
Korg Sound module
Digitech Vocalist II Harmony...
Pro Tools 10
Sonar XL XIII
D Drums,
7 Pianos
5 Guitars,
Bass,
2 Saxophones

*** Travel Equipment ***
Guitar, Keyboard, Saxophone, Mic, Laptop, Amplifier, Karaoke hard drive, and software.

*** Specialties ***
Advanced Vocal Coaching, for professionals,
Pop, R&B, JAZZ, Classical, Broadway.

Composition for pro artists, 256 mix tracks, 48 khz,
Top of the line recording gear.

Classical guitar, Music Theory and Composition for writers.

2. Aaj Unse Milna Hai..................................................from the film “Prem Ratan”

3. Aapke Pyaar Mein Hum...........................................from the film “Raaz”

4. All Izz Well...............................................................from the 2009 film “3 Idiots”

5. Ammadu Let's Do Kummudo (Telugu)....................from the 2017 film “Khaidi No 150”

6. Apurupamainadamma Aadajanman (Telugu)...........from the 1996 film “Pavitra Bandham”

7. Arikil Pathiye (Malayalam)......................................from the film “Oru Murai Vanthu
Paarthaya”

8. Aum Namah Shivaya................................................Mantra

9. Aayiram Kannumay (Malayalam)............................from the 1984 film “Nokketha Doorathu
Kannum Nattu”

10. Azhagiye (Tamil)....................................................from the 2017 film “Kaatru Veliyidai”

11. Bandish in Raag Bahaar..........................................Kaliyana Sanga Karataa Ranga-Raliyaa

12. Bandish in Raag Bhimpalasi..................................Jaa, Jaa Re Apane Mandiravaa

13. Bandish in Raag Bhupali.......................................Jaau Tore Sharana Kamal Para Vaara

14. Bandish in Raag Kedar..........................................Bola Bola Mose, Nanda Kuvaravaa

15. Bandish in Raag Yaman........................................Piyaa Ki Najariyaa Jaadu Bhari

16. Bandish ki Thurmi in Raag Kafi...........................Chaado Chaado Chelaa, Mori Biayaa

17. Banno Humari......................................................from the 2016 album “Banna Geet”

18. Bekhudi.................................................................from the film “Tera Surroor”

19. Bhaador Aashin Maashey (Bengali)

20. Bhador Ashwin Mase (Bengali) Bhoomi

21. Blockbuster (Telugu).............................................from the 2016 film “Sarrainodu”

22. Blue Eyes

23. Bolna........................................................................from the film “Kapoor and Sons”

24. Carnatic Saralivarisai Notes

25. Chaiyya Chaiyya.......................................................from the film “Dil Se”

*26. Chal Pyar Karegi....................................................from the film “Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai”

27. Chammak Challo......................................................from the film “Ra. One”

28. Chandrashekhara Astakam (Telugu).........................from the Album “Shiva Strothra Mala”

29. Channa Mereya........................................................from the 2016 film “Ae Dil Hai Mushkil”

30. Chehra Hai Ya Chaand Khila Hai.............................from the film “Saagar”

31. Chura Liya Hai..........................................................from the film “Yaadon Ki Baaraat”

32. Cinema Choopistha Mama Song (Telugu)................from the film “Race Gurram”

33. Crazy Feeling (Telugu).............................................from the film “Nenu Sailaja”

34. Dheere Dheere Se Meri Zindagi (older version)......from the film “Aashiqui”

35. Dheere Se Meri Zindagi (new version)

*36. Dilli Wali Girlfriend................................................from the film “Yeh Jawaani Hai
Deewaani”

37. D.J. Waley Babu

38. Don' u Don' u Don' u (Tamil)...................................from the film “Maari”

*39. Eena Meena Teeka (Tamil)....................................from the film “Theri”

40. Ek Do Teen..............................................................from the 1988 film “Tezaab”

41. Ek Sanam Chahiye Aashiqui Ke Liye.....................from the 1990 film “Aashiqui”

*42. Fevicol Se............................................................ from the film “Dabanng”

43. Follow Follow (Telugu)..........................................from the film “Nannaku Prematho”

44. Geetham 1...............................................................Malahari Ragam

45. Geetham 6...............................................................Mohana Ragam

46. Geetham 11..............................................................Ananda Bhairavi Ragam

47. Gerua.......................................................................from the film “Diwale”

48. Govinda Namalu (Telugu).......................................Telugu Devotional Song

49. Gusa Gusa Lade......................................................from the film “Gentleman”

50. Hamsa Naava (Telugu)...........................................from the 2017 film “Bahubali 2: The Conclusion”

51. Harivaranasanam …...............................................from the Sabarimala Temple

52. How To Name It

53. Hum Aapke Hain Koun..........................................from the 1994 film “Pehla Pehla Pyar”

54. The Humma Song

55. Idhayathai Yedho Ondru (Tamil)...........................from the 2015 film “Yennai Arindhaal”

56. Ilaya Nila Pozhigirathe (Tamil)..............................from the film “Payanangal Mudivathillai”

57. Introduction to Indian Classical for Guitar.............from Jazz Guitar Online

58. Itne Shakti Hamein Dena Data................................from the film “Ankush”

59. Jag Ghoomeya Song -female version......................from the film “Sultan”

60. Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh Deva

61. Jago Mohan Pyare...................................................from the 1956 film “Jagte Raho”

62. Jaya Jaya Jagannatha ( Bengali Bhajan)

63. Jhalli Patakha..........................................................from the film “Saala Khadoos”

64. Kala Chasma...........................................................from the 2016 film “Baar Baar Dekho”

65. Laila Main Laila......................................................from the 2017 film “Raees”

66. Lambiyaan Si Judaiyaan..........................................from the 2017 film “Raabta”

67. Learn Carnatic Music Lesson Gurukula, Jatiswara

68. Learn Carnatic Music Lesson Pillari Geetha Lambodara

69. Learn Carnatic Music Lesson Saralevarisai

70. Lingashtakam (Telugu)..........................................Telugu Chant

71. Main Hoon Hero Tera............................................from the film “Hero”

72. Main Rahoon Ya Na Rahoon

73. Main Shayar To Nahin...........................................from the 1973 film “Bobby”

74. Malare (Malayalam)..............................................from the 2015 film “Premam”

75. Maruvaathai (Tamil)..............................................from the 2017 film “Enai Noki Paayum
Thota”

76. Maya Nadhi Song (Tamil).....................................from the film “Kabali”

*77. Mehndi Mehndi...................................................from the film “Chori Chori Chupke Chupke”

78. Mella Mella (Tamil)...............................................from the 1984 film “Vaazhkai”

79. Minungum Minnaminuge (Malayalam).................from the 2016 film “Oppam”

80. Mira Mira Meesam (Telugu)..................................from the 2017 film “Katamarayudu”

81. Moodu Pani (Tamil)...............................................from the film “En Iniya Pon Nilavei”

82. Nazar Ke Saamne Jiigar Ke Paas...........................from the film “Aashiqui”

83. Nillayo (Tamil).......................................................from the film “Bairavaa”

84. Ninne Ninne Nammukunnanayya (Telugu)...........Christian Devotional Song

85. Oh! Butterfly (Tamil).............................................from the 1992 film “Meera”

86. Omanathinkal Kidavo (Malayalam)......................Traditional Lullaby

87. Om Jai Jagadish Hare............................................sung by Anuradha Paudwal

88. Om Jai Lakshmi Mata...........................................sung by Priya Mayekar

89. Onnam Raagam Paadi (Malayalam).....................from the 1987 film
“Thoovanathumbikal”

90. Oru Kari Mukilinu (Malayalam)...........................from the film “Charlie”

91. Pacha Bottesi (Telugu)..........................................from the film “Baahubali”

92. Papa Kehte............................................................from the film “Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak”

*93. Patola

*94. Peene Ki Tamanna...............................................from the film “Loveshuda”

95. Poomaram (Malayalam)........................................from the 2017 film “Poomaram”

96.Pudhu Vellai Mazhai (Tamil)..................................from the 1992 film “Roja”

97. Punnagai Mannan Theme Music (Tamil)...............from the film Punnagai Mannan

98. Raga Bhupali...........................................................Tarana in Teentaal

99. Raga Durga..............................................................Sakhi Mori Rum Jhum

100. Raghaputi Raghav Raja Ram.................................sung by Hari Om Sharan

101. Sairat Zaala Ji (Marathi)........................................from the 2016 film “Sairat”

102. Sanam Re...............................................................from the film “Sanam Re”

*103. Saree Ke Fall Sa...................................................from the film “R...Rajkumar”

104. Selfie Pulla (Tamil)................................................from the film “Kaththi”

105. Shiva Sandhya Namam (Malayalam)....................Hindu Devotional Songs Malayalam

106. Shyam Teri Bansi Pukare.......................................from the 1975 film “Geet Gaata Chal”

107. Soch Na Sake..........................................................from the film “Airlift”

108. Sree Gananatha......................................................from the album “Ugadi Special Songs”

109. Sri Kanda Sasti Kavasam (Tamil)..........................Songs of Muruga – Devotional Songs

*110. Subha Hone Na Da...............................................from the film “Desi Boyz”

111. Tamma Tamma Again.............................................from the 2017 film “Badrinath Ki
Dulhania”

*112. Tera Chehra...........................................................from the film “Sanam Teri Kasam”

113. Thalli Pogathey (Tamil)..........................................from the film “Achcham Yenbathu
Madamaiyada”

114. Thudakkam Magalyam (Malayalam)......................from the 2015 film “Bangalore Days”

115. Tum Hi Ho..............................................................from the film “Aashiqui”

116. Uf Yeh Noor............................................................from the 2017 film “Noor”

117. Varnam

118. Vineem Vithayil (Tamil)..........................................from the film “Thegidi”

119. Violin Song (Telugu)...............................................from the 2013 film “Iddarammayilatho”

120. Why This Kolaveri Di? (Tamil/English)..................from the film “3”

121. Yashomati Maiya Se Bole Nandlala

122. You and Me (Telugu)...............................................from the film “Khaidi No 150”

updated 6/12/2017

instruction.

My experience as a guitarist in Southern California has led me to explore different genres of music, playing for various musical groups ranging from surf rock, concert band, and jazz. As a co-founding member of the band, Ballistico, we opened up for acts such as Dick Dale and the Del Tones, the Grandmothers of Invention (featuring members of Frank Zappa’s original band, “Mothers of Invention”), Avenged Sevenfold, and many others.

EXPERTISE

Having received first hand instruction from the some of the most sough-after professional Flamenco guitarists living and working in Spain (and touring internationally), I offer each of my students an unrivaled degree of authenticity in technique, tone, and style.

LEARNING MATERIALS

Each lesson includes tablature and audio recordings of the material that we will have gone over together. It is completely normal that only a day or two after a lesson—or even a few hours afterwards—the mind can (and will) quickly forget the material. Don’t worry! I’ve got you covered. By having the accompanying written and audio material with you after each lesson, you will be well-prepared for a successful next lesson!

e song to a popular comedy podcast. Jared also produces electronic music under the stage name ‘Cyrus’ and has licensed recordings throughout the United States.