Bluegrass Guitar Lessons

in Allendale.

Amazing Teachers.

I've played guitar since I was only eight years old (over 20 years!) in many different bands, styles, and genres. I played in a traditional Irish ensemble when I was in college and have since picked up banjo, mandolin, harmonica, and bodhran (an Irish hand drum). I love playing and teaching bluegrass music, it's a special challenge both for me and the students!

I’m good

Bringing nearly 3 decades of teaching, recording and performing experience, my lessons combine technique, practical application of music theory, listening development ( ear training ) and musical context. Result oriented lessons tailored to your specific needs and goals. Whether your just picking up the guitar or have banged around with it for a few years and are ready fill in the blanks. Most total beginners are playing songs almost immediately; learning the most efficient way to play and understand both their instrument and the music. Whether your an acoustic singer songwriter looking to put it all together, a rock player, or just picking up the guitar for the first time i've got you covered. if your a more advanced player it's often a new technique, new approach, or simply taking what you already know and doing something else with it that will take you to the next level. I LOVE TEACHING ALL AGES AND AM PARTICULARLY GOOD WITH KIDS

I started playing acoustic guitar when I was seven years old. I have been playing and teaching mostly bluegrass, old time, Irish, blues, and swing jazz styles for many years. I have taught both privately and have also done various workshops at festivals. I have taught guitar multiple years for instance at the Gettysburg Bluegrass Festival in PA.
My students learn to have fun with music. Students can work on rhythms, melodies, improvisation, song writing, getting into and/or hanging on in a jam session, etc.

I have taught guitar since 2012 and have been playing since 2000. I am happy to take students at the beginner and intermediate levels. I believe strongly in integrating music theory and ultimately moving students toward musical self-suffiency, rather than focusing exclusively on learning particular pieces. I have extensive training in the theory, practice, and genre conventions of bluegrass.

We have more than 10 years of experience teaching guitar and piano to adults and children 3 and up. We personalize each lesson to motivate you and help you reach your musical goals!

I will focus on helping students accomplish their individual musical goals, whether that be learning their favorite songs or becoming a gigging musician. I will tailor a program of songs, excercises, and jamming to the students needs. I am a Grammy credited performing musician with experience teaching in Public Schools, Music Academies, and conservatory programs.

I have been composing, performing and teaching for over 20 years. In that time I have learned that each student learns in their own way and as such my lessons are designed for each particular student.
Whether they are young or old my students always get a personalized experience that is both educational and fun.
Many of my current students have been with me for years and I truly enjoy seeing how each of them has grown in that time.