I welcome beginning to intermediate guitar students of any age who really want to become song-writers and performing musicians. I tailor my lessons to meet the specific goals of my students and thoroughly prep for every lesson. I will learn any song a student chooses, arrange that song to match the student's ability, and teach it at the next lesson. A love of music and a passion for all musical styles are the primary lessons that I model and that my students learn. I always revisit structured improvisation to loosen students' playing, train the ear, and show that there are multiple possibilities for the next best note. On the other hand, students may request a song of their choosing and I will prep it and teach it during the next lesson. Whether improvising or studying a set piece, all lessons include a component of music theory relevant to that material.
I offer a carefully organized curriculum of practical, natural music theory aimed at enabling students to communicate with other musicians and to create original compositions. Advanced students can learn to write and orchestrate multiple parts, record on a digital multitrack recorder, process sound, add effects, and create final mixes for high quality demo CD's.
I am more interested in creating fluid musicians who are able to play and communicate with other musicians than in teaching students to imitate complicated clusters of heartless notes while remaining alienated in a practice room. If you have ever had a teacher who can play but can't teach, I can help. I am a better teacher than most musicians. I am a friendly, fun, empowering, and encouraging player and teacher. I create a safe learning environment where fun and love for music spark the learning. Thanks! Rod Ewald