Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 8+
Speaks English
Teaching since 2005
Bachelors of Music
About Tom S.
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(10)
***Temporary lowered rate - Online only***
Tom is currently available to teach lessons at his studio in Downers Grove, IL. He has helped many students exceed their expectations not only as guitarists, but as very well rounded musicians.
Tom received his training at Berklee College of Music (Boston, MA) where he received a degree in Music specializing in Music Production and Engineering. As an expert in his field, he looks forward to helping new students achieve their goals.
Tom's versatility as a live performer has brought him into opening slots for the following major headlining acts:
Pop/Rock:
STING
*The Theater at Madison Square Garden, NYC
*Central Park, NYC
*and more
L.L. Cool J & Jewel
*Presidential Inaugural Ball - Bill Clinton
Isaac Hayes
Boz Scaggs
Collective Soul
Huey Lewis and the News
Maceo Parker
They Might Be Giants
Lyle Lovett
Ratdog (Bob Weir)
Chaka Khan
Los Lobos
Ben Harper
Jazz & Acid Jazz:
George Benson
Charlie Hunter
Michael Brecker
Roy Haynes Trio
Count Basie Orchestra
Bela Fleck & the Flecktones
Wayne Shorter
Yellowjackets
Blues:
B.B. King
Jonny Lang
Buddy Guy
Koko Taylor
Lonnie Mack
Etta James
…and many more
In the studio, Tom has recorded on countless TV & Radio commercials including:
McDonald's
Coca-Cola
Disney
Budweiser
Sears
Buick
Gatorade
State Farm
Ford Motor Co.
Miller Brewing Co.
…and many many more.
Tom has played on many CDs receiving local and international acclaim. He also garnered a GRAMMY NOMINATION for his work with the Chicago based band Liquid Soul.
He has written and performed on music for TV and has even recorded on a few tracks that have hit the Billboard charts.
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Saturday
9:30 AM-11:30 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$25
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10 Reviews
Kathy
Teacher's studio
Loved it. Loved it. Such fun.
Posted Jan 14, 2018
Grace
Teacher's studio
Tom is an outstanding instructor, professionally gifted, most helpful and very personable.
Posted Jul 24, 2017
Michael
Teacher's studio
Tom's a really nice and patient teacher. Great for beginners and very knowledgeable.
Posted Jul 12, 2017
Education
Bachelors of Music
Sep, 1983 - May, 1987Berklee College of Music
BA Music
Sep, 1983 - May, 1987Berklee College of Music
Bachelors of Music
Sep, 1983 - May, 1987Berklee College of Music
Awards
Grammy Nomination
Feb, 2001The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS)
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Saturday
9:30 AM-11:30 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$25
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