Lesson Details
Guitar
- Levels Taught:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Sergio teaches
About
- Teaches students:
- Ages 8+ and special needs
- Teaching since:
- May 2010
Hi, I'm Sergio. I am a producer/songwriter and I teach voice and guitar in Nashville, TN. Ive been teaching voice and guitar for 7 years. I was previously on Sony Records. I'm an experienced touring lead singer/musician in an internationally recognized rock band called Atom Smash. I've had several top 40 singles and a #1 Sirius/XM single. I write for both WWE & CBS. My mentor is Greg Drew, vocal coach to the stars (Avril Lavigne, Lenny Kravitz, etc.) My students have gone on to be finalists on Amercian Idol, the Voice and have signed record deals. Now enough about me and let’s get your passion for music rolling. I work with beginner to advanced vocalists and also have a fun lesson plans for kids as well. All ages and levels welcome. Lets take you to the next level!
*** Lesson Details ***
My lessons plan is detailed and I use affective methods such as recording. At the end of every lesson, we video/record what you need to work on. It doesn't stop with technique, you will learn performance and songwriting as well. A singer will have the tools to create their own custom warmup routines. Music is supposed to be fun and expressive. Let me help you do this at the best level you can!
*** Studio Equipment ***
Studio room, guitar, recording equipment, seating for parents.
*** Travel Equipment ***
I provide a guitar
*** Specialties ***
Hard Rock, Blues, Country, Metal, and R&B.
I have played 1,000 shows over the years and using the skills I've learned and developed I've only had to cancel 2 shows because of losing my voice.
Experience
singer
Feb 2005 - Presenti am the frontman and songwriter for Sony Artist Atom Smash and a co-writer on the Morgan Wallen & Them Shadows.
Languages
Spanish
Affiliations
Broadcast Music Inc.
Aug 2009One of three United States performing rights organizations, along with ASCAP and SESAC. It collects license fees on behalf of songwriters, composers, and music publishers and distributes them as royalties to those members whose works have been performed. In FY 2013, BMI collected more than $944 million in licensing fees and distributed $814 million in royalties.
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14 Reviews
Write a ReviewSergio is very understanding when needing to reschedule. He definitely takes the time to listen to your needs and to figure out the best way to help you reach your goal. I'm definitely glad I was connected to him and would definitely recommend him to anyone.
+ Read MoreIn need of specific exercises to strengthen my voice, increase my range, and improve my tone and interval accuracy, I took a chance on takelessons.com for the first time and found Sergio S. in Mt. Juliet TN, who immediately began to help me with all of my goals. Lessons are efficient and effective because Sergio has a plan, knows how to teach the plan, and then knows how to make sure that I understand how to eliminate bad habits and replace them with correct singing and breathing techniques. In less than five lessons, I've already begun to see significant improvement in my voice.
+ Read MoreTook 5 lessons with Sergio to get me over a playing hump. During each lesson, we worked on a specific area. Toward the end, we went over practice routine, recorded it and he supplied source material for reference. This helped me maintain rhythm, improve chord changes, and to generally have a better grasp of theory (it really helps for speedy progress in my opinion).
By any nature, you should always practice on your own as well, but he will guide you to what needs to be done to further your ambition of playing guitar, no matter the age (i'm 35).
Had a great time with my first lesson! I played guitar 4 years and this was my first lesson. He made sure i knew everything i neede to know to continue my joirney as a guitarist. Gave me the necessary material i needed to practice. Higly recommend sergio!!
Sergio made our daughter feel very comfortable and find find her potential. He has helped her confidence is is awesome about helping parents help their kids. I can't thank him enough.
Sergio made my 9 year old daughter feel comfortable and relaxed for her first lesson.
He kept her engaged the whole time and she really enjoyed what she was learning. She can't wait for her next lesson with him!
Excellent teacher and he guides based on the students gasping power.
Really great experience that was fun. Serg explained everything in a way that a nine year old could understand. For preparation for next week Serg made a video so Ashton could practice everything just like he taught him while in class.
He was the best, he took the time to understand and get to understand what exactly you want to do. And will tell you the things you need to work on in a very kind way. I would definitely recommend him to others.
My son has zero background in music with any instrument. He decided he wanted to play guitar after finding one in a yard sale. He gets intimidated very easily, but is loving the lessons. This says a lot about the approach and patience Sergio has had with him.
+ Read MoreMy son has zero background in music with any instrument. He decided he wanted to play guitar after finding one in a yard sale. He gets intimidated very easily, but is loving the lessons. This says a lot about the approach and patience Sergio has had with him.
+ Read MoreSergio changed the way I sing forever. I've been a vocalist my whole life, but Sergio showed me how to control, and shape my sound so that it is unique to me. He will help you with not only the basics, but also to develop the specific style and genre you sing. I'm forever grateful to him!
+ Read MoreGreat teacher! He's very patient and keeps the focus on the student's goals.
It was really a great experience! Very inspiring! He is a great mentor!