Guitar Lessons in St. Johns. Amazing Teachers.

Whether you want to simply learn some of your favorite songs or become a virtuoso, I can and will help you achieve your goals. My methods are very intuitive, effective, and easy to follow. I can teach you anything you would like to learn and set the master musician in you free!

Joel is author of an upcoming book detailing all common, and some uncommon principles of guitar music. Having taught guitar and participated in the music performance industry since the 80's, Joel is well-acquainted with the makeup of the complete guitarist and all steps leading toward fluent musicianship. Joel's teaching style is unique to each student- tailored to the student's own love of music, or toward the intentions of parents, so as to effectively set realistic goals and to reach them.

My primary goal as a teacher is to present musical material in a way that keeps students excited about what they are learning. Even with absolute beginners, I will have a student playing actual songs that they are interested in as quickly as possible. Along with way I include fundamentals such as scales, strength-building exercises, rudiments of theory, and ear training.
I also use interactive music websites to introduce students to concepts of music theory.

I've been playing guitar for 25 years, beginner guitar methods, jazz band prep, rock, blues, and many other styles. Don't just learn how to play a song, but dig deeper and see how you can apply the techniques and harmony you learn from one song to many others.

I fully customize my lessons for the individual student!

The student will be instructed on the basics of proper playing techniques, music theory, and musicianship. They will learn to read music and also play by ear which will make them a well rounded player.