Composition with Fernando H.

I have taught thousands of students, with some of my students being major Hollywood actors and actresses. I'm proud to say that many of my students have also gone on to major colleges and universities. I am a Senior teacher at Instrumental and love to make lessons fun, exciting and very enjoyable! I have been performing and recording for over 25 years and have performed with many top name artist, bands and performers from around the world. My education includes a Bachelors Degree from Berklee College of Music, Boston, MA; an AA degree in Music from Fullerton College, Fullerton, CA; and a certificate from Musicians Institute Guitar Institute of Technology, Hollywood, CA. I've been lucky enough to have studied with such acclaimed teachers as Michael Sweet (Stryper, Boston), Jon Finn, Joe Stump, Jim Kelly, Richard Smith, Norman Brown (Mojazz), Pat Pattison and Beth Marlis. I teach all ages, levels, and styles including Rock, Classic Rock, Heavy Metal, Punk, Pop, Funk, Jazz, Folk and Latin. I also teach Songwriting, Harmony and Theory. I use both the Berklee Method and the Guitar Institute method for teaching guitar. *** Lesson Details *** Whether you're a hobbyist, looking for an enjoyable relaxing activity or looking to become a professional, I teach my lessons geared with the individual student in mind. We tailor fit a curriculum the student is comfortable with and we pursue goals the student and teacher have agreed upon. I use different method books based on the students likes, abilities and goals. I am pro active and make the lessons fun and enjoyable. Methods I am comfortable teaching, Berklee college of music, Musicians Institute, Suzuki, Mel Bay, Hal Leonard, Yamaha and many others. *** Studio Equipment *** Home with piano, amp, chairs, music stands, studio---small room with amp, chairs, boom box both have guitars, basses, etc.. *** Travel Equipment *** I provide an amp, sheet music & handouts (If any) and music stand. I would like the student to provide their own guitars, picks and strings. *** Specialties *** Berklee method, Musicians Institute, Alfred, Mel Bay, Ernie Ball, Hal Leonard, Suzuki, Yamaha