Offutt Afb, NE Guitar Lessons

I'll take you from zero knowledge and show you the world of music. The possibilities are endless, but I'll get you to YOUR goal. You'll know musical keys, notes, scales, chords... how does it all fit and work together? I'll show you! I provide jam tracks with specific goals in mind. Knowledge plus ability equals musical freedom!

I'm influenced by my idols, but I play many genres and cater to improve everyone's technique based on interest.

I teach beginner to advanced guitar. I can teach any genre of music and have been teaching for over 10 years. You will not only know how to play but know what you are doing, musically.

I've been playing guitar for 15 years, teaching guitar for nearly 9 years, and my students have been able to use the foundation of skills they learn with me to develop a fundamental understanding of guitar playing, and the chance to pursue a deeper love for playing music. I specialize in both electric and acoustic guitar, so no matter what musical genre you prefer, your needs will be met! I offer fully customizable lesson plans based around your preferences! I want you to learn what you want - I am here for you!

Through the foundation I've gained by the influences of Mel Bay, Hal Leonard, and Suzuki musical instruction methods, I compile my own teaching materials. Using personally constructed guitar lessons, I demonstrate, instruct, and guide the student based on my assessment of their individual needs, skill level, and progress. Lessons are formulated in Modules, and advancement through them is based on the student's personal aptitude, skill level, and practice commitment. Learning is accomplished by ear as well as through essential methods of musical notation (tablature, 5-line staff, rhythmic comprehension). Students are trained to perform written music as well as to write and express the music within themselves.
I'm an encouraging and motivating guitar teacher with a casual relaxed approach. Teaching new guitarists is very rewarding to me. To see the light come on and watch a student perform a song, express themselves musically, and create their own composition is an awesome experience.

For 23 yrs I’ve taught all levels and most guitar styles. My specialty is blues. Beginners can use my instructional book and begin playing songs from their 1st lesson! I focus on the musical styles my students like and create a curriculum customized for each one. Best of Bethesda Guitar Instructor 3 consecutive yrs. Maryland Blues Hall of Fame for my experience and talent as a professional performing bluesman. Most importantly, I believe that learning how to play guitar should be fun!

Quick: do you know ALL the open position chords? Arpeggios? The CAGED system? Triads and their inversions? Modes? How would you improvise over an A7?

With me, you'll learn the songs you want to play, how to practice effectively, how to have fun and feel good playing, and how to express yourself on the guitar - writing your own songs is highly encouraged. The guitar is a great outlet.

At all levels, we will work together on turning your technical and conceptual weaknesses into strengths.

I have over 13 years of experience. My father was a guitar instructor for over 25 years, and taught me everything I know. I have won 1st Place in a National Guitar Competition and have been recognized by World Re-known guitar players and musicians. I have a huge library of knowledge and techniques for the instrument and theory.

Music is all about feeling. My teaching style is very much based around what makes you comfortable. While I know how important the fundamentals of music are, I also believe that we develop our own style and comfortability as we progress and build our skill. I focus on everything from the ground up. You can never ask too many questions, and I am here to help you find your musical identity! :)