Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 14+
Speaks English
Teaching since 1976
Master of Music in Classical Guitar Performance
About Bill B.
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I currently maintain a private studio in my home south of Boston.
If you want to play Classical Guitar the right way, with a great sound, proper technique and stylistic interpretations, I will help you achieve your goals.
All levels are welcome!
I served on the Guitar Faculty of The Boston Conservatory for 21 years (18 years as Chair) and also held faculty appointments at UMass Lowell, UMass Dartmouth, Bridgewater State University, Phillips Academy and Boston College.
Performances with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Boston Lyric Opera, Boston Ballet, Boston Landmarks Orchestra, Boston Philharmonic, Rhode Island Philharmonic, and the Portland, Chautauqua, New Hampshire, Vermont, Indian Hill, Nashua, Lexington and Cape Cod Symphony Orchestras.
I have recorded for Koch International, Arabesque, Neuma, Nepenthe, Arsis, Centaur and Albany Records.
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Mellen Street, Brockton MA
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
5 AM-5 PM
Tuesday
5 AM-5 PM
Wednesday
5 AM-1 PM
Thursday
5 AM-1 PM
Friday
5 AM-1 PM
Saturday
5 AM-11 AM
Sunday
5 AM-10 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
60 minutes
$80
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4 Reviews
Brendon
Teacher's studio
I started lessons with Bill to learn classical guitar after 5 years of self-taught electric and steel string acoustic playing. My playing has improved immensely since I started working with him. Not only has he introduced me to classical guitar but he has taught me how to effectively practice to constantly improve. Bill has a wealth of experience and knowledge to draw upon and I cannot say enough good things. A++
Posted Dec 22, 2017
Charles
Teacher's studio
I have been a classical guitar student of Bill's for the past 6 months. In retirement, I have decided to take what was an "off and on" affair with the classical guitar (I'm not a beginner) and, instead, commit the necessary time and energy to truly learning the instrument. These have been my first serious classical guitar lessons. Prior to these lessons, I was entirely "self-taught" which means I created a whole bunch of bad habits for myself and was not progressing at all. Bill refers to me as a "remedial" student which I think is a perfect description of my playing. Through Bill, I have learned proper technique which, in turn, has improved my tonality and musicality with the classical guitar. Bill has identified my bad habits, broken them down, shown the proper way to overcome them and makes sure I don't "back-slide" into my bad habits again. Bill paces the lessons according to ability, not covering material that's too advanced while still ensuring that the lesson is challenging. In each lesson, Bill is positive, encouraging yet kindly critical so that I know I am making progress yet always aware of what areas I need to work on. Bill has the right "make-up" for a teacher and I am pleased, and without reservation, to give Bill a 5 star rating.
Posted Dec 21, 2017
Steve
Teacher's studio
I have been a student of Bill's for almost three years. Bill's teaching is characterized by clarity of expression, high standards, patience and an upbeat and pleasant disposition. He is always clear and direct when explaining the technical aspects of playing- no matter how complex the matter at hand. He holds you (and himself) to a high standard- no shortcuts- you learn to do it right. Yet he is so pleasant to be with that every minute of every lesson is truly enjoyable. Every time I leave I am ready to practice and can't wait to return.
Posted Dec 20, 2017
Experience
Guitar Faculty
Sep, 1988 - Sep, 1997University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Guitar Faculty
Sep, 1989 - Sep, 2010The Boston Conservatory
Guitar Faculty
Sep, 1988 - Sep, 1997University of Massachusetts Lowell
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Classical Guitar Performance
Sep, 1974 - Dec, 1979William Paterson College
Master of Music in Classical Guitar Performance
Sep, 1980 - May, 1982Boston Conservatory of Music
Certifications
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
Oct, 1997Microsoft Corporation
Awards
Nominated Member
May, 1982Pi Kappa Lamba
Nominated Member
Sep, 2007Who's Who Among America's Teachers
Affiliations
Guitar Foundation of America
May, 1984Guitar Foundation of America (GFA) is the America's leading classical guitar organization founded in 1973 at the National Guitar Convention sponsored by the American String Teachers Association (ASTA).
American Federation of Musicians
Aug, 1984A labor union representing professional musicians in the United States and Canada. Founding in 1896 as the successor to the "National League of Musicians," the AFM is the largest organization in the world representing the interests of professional musicians.
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Mellen Street, Brockton MA
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
5 AM-5 PM
Tuesday
5 AM-5 PM
Wednesday
5 AM-1 PM
Thursday
5 AM-1 PM
Friday
5 AM-1 PM
Saturday
5 AM-11 AM
Sunday
5 AM-10 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
60 minutes
$80
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