Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks English
Teaching since 2003
Bachelors Degree Jazz Theory (Guitar Performance)
About Michael B.
I am a guitarist of over 20 years and have played an instrument since I was six years old. I went to college for jazz and classical guitar to expand upon my rock and blues influence. Having first taken piano lessons at six years old, I added tenor saxophone at 10, and guitar at 14. I have 20 years of playing live in a band or for theater work. I believe a musician can learn from all instruments and I try to not just teach guitar, but music.
*** Lesson Details ***
I am disciplined but fun. Music shouldn't have to be a chore. It should be a chance to challenge yourself and see what you might be capable of with a little work.
I use Berklee instructional books and the Guitar Grimoire as a foundation, but try to incorporate what each student listens to.
After six months, a student will be able to play some scales, arpeggios and chords (maybe even a song or two they like.)
*** Studio Equipment ***
Pro Tools 10, Presonus Studio Live 24.4.2, mics, instruments, etc...
*** Travel Equipment ***
I'll provide instrument, music stand and amp if needed.
students will provide instrument and willingness to work and learn.
*** Specialties ***
I specialize in jazz using chord voices and walking basslines underneath, but also love playing rock and country. I have read/played Spanish charts and Classical music. Also, I play in various cover bands that utilize blues, pop music and pentatonic scales. In addition, I play theater gigs which allows me to play all styles from jazz to broadway to rock.
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Greenfield Rd
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
3 PM-7 PM
Tuesday
3 PM-7 PM
Wednesday
3 PM-7 PM
Thursday
3 PM-7 PM
Friday
3 PM-7 PM
Saturday
6 AM-10 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$25
45 minutes
$40
60 minutes
$50
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Experience
Private Instructor
May, 2003 - PresentSelf-Employed
Education
Bachelors Degree Jazz Theory (Guitar Performance)
Aug, 2001 - May, 2003Wayne State University
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Greenfield Rd
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
3 PM-7 PM
Tuesday
3 PM-7 PM
Wednesday
3 PM-7 PM
Thursday
3 PM-7 PM
Friday
3 PM-7 PM
Saturday
6 AM-10 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$25
45 minutes
$40
60 minutes
$50
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