Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks Spanish
Teaching since 1988
Jazz Guitar - Jazz Ensemble
About John S.
Hello!
My name is John and I can't wait to meet you! I've been teaching private lessons since 1988 and have loved helping my students find comfort in music, accomplish their goals, and most importantly LEARN HOW TO LEARN. My primary goal is to help my students figure out how to teach themselves over time and reach out to me (and others) when they need guidance and directions in the future. … Don’t get me wrong, there’s much to do and lessons can initially go on for quite some time, but, my goal is to ENABLE my students (just as my teachers and mentors did for me) and provide you with the tools to be able to continue your education throughout the rest of your musical life. :)
I’ve studied music since I was a young child. I started piano at 5 years old, guitar at 8, my first band when I was 10... I’m 43 years old now). I found a passion for teaching music (and, just teaching period!) in my mid-teenage years and have continued to provide education to students with a passion ever since. In addition to teaching I have also been a performing musician as well as a studio musician. I’ve played in musical theater, toured with bands (country, rock, gospel, and numerous other types!), written jingles, written music beds, written all sorts of other music, recorded with a progressive rock band, and performed for countless audiences in both vocal and instrumental capacities.
I look forward to meeting you and helping you to achieve your goals in music!! :) ... it will be fun, challenging and rewarding all at the same time! :)
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
State Street
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
5 PM-9 PM
Tuesday
5 PM-9 PM
Wednesday
5 PM-9 PM
Thursday
5 PM-9 PM
Friday
9 AM-9 PM
Saturday
9 AM-9 PM
Sunday
9 AM-9 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$50
45 minutes
$70
60 minutes
$90
75 minutes
$110
90 minutes
$130
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Experience
Music Lesson Provider / Music Teacher / Music Coach
Jan, 1988 - PresentOwn Company
I have been providing music lessons for all instruments as well as music theory for nearly 30 years. I've helped students of all ages and abilities find their dream in music.
Bass
Apr, 1991 - Apr, 1991Lied Center Production
1960's television musical review. Sold out audience 3000+ patrons.
Bass
May, 1988 - Aug, 1992Okoboji Summer Theater
Pit musician for annual summer theater production.
Keyboard / Piano / Bass / Guitar / Drums / Other
Jan, 1983 - PresentNumerous Bands
I've played with numerous bands over the years and continue to explore playing with other musicians every day.
Education
Self Study
Apr, 1973Multiple
Vocal Music - Vocal Performance
Aug, 1989 - May, 1991Joe Skutchan - Private Study / Public School
Jazz Guitar - Jazz Ensemble
Aug, 1989 - May, 1991Terry Rush - Private Study / Public School
Jazz/Rock Bass Guitar
Jan, 1986 - Jan, 1990Andy Hall - Private Study
Jazz Piano
Jan, 1984 - Jan, 1989Nancy Marshall - Private Study
Music Theory
Jan, 1978Life
Languages
Spanish
Limited Proficiency
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
State Street
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
5 PM-9 PM
Tuesday
5 PM-9 PM
Wednesday
5 PM-9 PM
Thursday
5 PM-9 PM
Friday
9 AM-9 PM
Saturday
9 AM-9 PM
Sunday
9 AM-9 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$50
45 minutes
$70
60 minutes
$90
75 minutes
$110
90 minutes
$130
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