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Bass Guitar with Michael M.

Powhatan, Virginia

5.0
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Teaching since 1997
Developmental Psychology

    Start Your Bass Guitar Journey with a Seasoned Pro!

    🎸 Embark on Your Bass Guitar Journey with an Expert Hey there! Are you ready to play the Bass Guitar? Whether you're picking the bass strings for the first time or aiming to grow your existing skills, I'm here to lead you through this adventure. With 30 years of teaching experience and over two decades as a professional musician and performer, I bring a wealth of knowledge and techniques to help you rock out. My number one focus is fun no matter wha stage of music and/or life you're in! 🎶 Tailored Lessons to Fit Your Rhythm My teaching approach is all about personalization. I offer customized lessons that cater to learners of all ages and skill levels. You'll be grooving to cool bass lines in no time, while also building a strong musical foundation. This includes essential skills like Music Theory Note Reading Ear Training Sight Reading Technique, and more! – key ingredients for your journey to bass mastery. 🌟 A Learning Experience That Resonates with You What makes my teaching unique? It's my commitment to tuning into each student's individual needs and abilities. Learning the bass guitar with me is not just about mastering the notes; it's about enjoying every step of your musical path while playing the songs that you want to learn! 🎵 Blend of Traditional Methods and Real-World Playing My lessons blend traditional teaching methods with the excitement of real-world performance. You'll have the chance to participate in student shows and concerts throughout the year, giving your learning a practical and thrilling edge. 🚀 Making Bass Guitar Learning a Blast My top priority is to ensure that you have an absolute blast learning the bass guitar. If you're ready to start thumping out some amazing bass lines and fully enjoy the learning process, let's kickstart this rocking journey together! ‼️ Don't Wait! You're ready to groove with the bass so, let's make it happen! Contact me today and set the stage for your bass guitar adventure. Your journey to becoming a bass guitar hero starts here! 👇 Reach out now, and let's get going!

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Student's Home
    Student's Home
    Teaches Online
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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    7 AM-9:15 AM
    Tuesday
    7 AM-9:15 AM
    Wednesday
    7 AM-9:15 AM
    Thursday
    7 AM-5:15 PM
    Friday
    7 AM-5:15 PM
    Saturday
    7 AM-2:15 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $32
    60 minutes
    $52

    About Michael M.

    5.0
    (4)
    **I teach in-home lessons!** Hello there, I'm Michael, and I'm genuinely thrilled to have the opportunity to get to know you better! I've been sharing my passion for music through teaching since 1997, and it's been an incredible journey. My primary focus as a music educator is to assist students in achieving their goals, whether its a child just starting out, a teen preparing for college auditions, or you're trying to nail that important performance I just want to help foster a deep love for music and share my passion for the performing arts. In my career, I've had the privilege of touring and performing with notable bands such as Soul Fire and 3 Door Down, as well as entertaining audiences at renowned venues like 4 County Players in Virginia, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, and Carolina Players in North Carolina, Sea World Entertainment, as well as performing in theaters, film, and other media. My musical repertoire spans various instruments, including woodwinds, brass, guitar, mandolin, violin, as well as training in singing and vocal techniques, among other facets of musical artistry. When it comes to my teaching approach, I draw from a wide array of established methods and incorporate my own techniques that I've honed in almost three decades of teaching experience. I firmly believe in adapting to each student's unique learning style, whether they're 3 or 100 years old, to ensure their success. Remember, my sole objective is to assist you in reaching your musical aspirations, whatever they may be. Let's embark on this musical journey together! --=Materials and Methods I Have Used=-- My teaching approach is quite flexible, allowing me to cater to the individual needs of each student. While I'm well-versed in the Suzuki Method and proficient in popular scholastic methods, my primary focus is on the student's personal journey. I believe that every student is unique, and I aim to provide a personalized learning experience tailored to their specific goals and requirements. I utilize a diverse range of available materials to achieve this goal. However, my overarching philosophy is simple: learning the arts should be an enjoyable and fun experience. Suzuki - Traditional - Standards of Excellence - Essential Elements - Art of Achievement - Hal Leonard - and more!
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    4 Reviews
    Michael
    Teacher's studio
    Stellar teacher! He really knows his stuff and how to convey it!
    Posted Feb 25, 2020
    Justine
    Teacher's studio
    I am an adult who has no experience with any type of instrument and was very nervous and intimidated at first. Then I met with Michael, and though there was a ton of information we had to go through, he really made me feel at ease. He has the knowledge, patience, and understanding I was really looking for in a teacher and I'm so happy I found him!
    Posted Feb 28, 2017
    Holly
    Teacher's studio
    With his flexibility and willingness to accommodate us my daughter learned a lot from him. He was a wonderful teacher and a great person to do business with.
    Posted Sep 12, 2016
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    Experience

    Director and Teacher

    Jul, 2014 - Present

    Southside Arts Music & Theatre

    Direct all studio operations, teach Piano, Woodwinds, Brass, Guitar, Strings, Singing, Mandolin, Ukulele, Acting and Musical Theatre. Direct and Plan plays and shows as well as licensed musicals. Coordinate with other studios for combined performances and manage students and customer service.

    Director and Teacher

    Jul, 2006 - Jun, 2014

    Sound Movement Performing Arts Academy

    Ran and Directed a performing arts school. Taught Musical Theatre, Woodwinds, Brass, Guitar, Singing, Piano, Strings, Orchestra, Mandolin, Ukulele, and more. Planned performances, shows and concerts for students and guests. Planned and scheduled Dance classes and coordinated combined performances.

    Private Lesson Teacher

    Nov, 1998 - Apr, 2006

    Music and Theatre INC

    Taught private lessons all ages and all level for Woodwinds, Brass, Guitar, Piano, Singing, Mandolin, Ukulele, Strings.

    Touring Musician

    Sep, 1997 - Oct, 2005

    Soul Fire

    Played and Toured with Soul Fire, Created two CDs and performed throughout the US

    Music Teacher

    Jun, 1997 - Mar, 2002

    Charlottesville Music

    Taught Guitar, Piano, Woodwinds, and Brass to students of all ages!

    Education

    Music

    Sep, 1999 - Mar, 2003

    Piedmont College

    Developmental Psychology

    Sep, 2014 - Jun, 2017

    Pennsylvania State University

    Certifications

    Music 4 Kids

    Apr, 2001

    musid4kids

    This was a training course for Pre-K through Elementary music instruction.

    Suzuki

    Sep, 2003

    Suzuki

    Suzuki Music Instruction Certification

    Awards

    Charlottesville Music Teacher of the Year

    Jul, 2000

    Charlottesville Music

    Best Music Lessons in Powhatan

    Mar, 2016

    Powhatan Today

    Better Business Bureau Excellence Award

    Oct, 2007

    Better Business Bureau

    Affiliations

    American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers

    Jun, 2009

    The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 480,000 US composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. The ASCAP is committed to nurturing music makers throughout their careers.

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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