A friend once made the observation, with regard to poetry, that it's created to be shared, not gather dust on a shelf. I feel strongly that this applies to all the arts and is one of my primary reasons for wanting to teach.

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As a performer I get to share the beauty of guitar music. As a teacher I'm able to share my knowledge and many years' experience to pass on a skill which, for each individual, is a unique experience.

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Learning a few chords to accompany oneself in song is not very hard. It's a wonderful mixture of percussion and sound which can be used to great effect; however, coaxing beauty and subtlety from the instrument requires a commitment of time and patience. It's a journey one embarks on with many joyful experiences along the way and in the midst of overcoming obstacles there are any number of shining moments of lucidity and inspiration.

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The key to playing well is a solid technique. This is something I emphasize from the beginning, often combining finger-style with pick work, depending on the student's desires. My background and training is classical where a strong and relaxed technique is paramount. I also teach new students to read almost from day one in the belief that being musically literate is an important part of a musician's toolkit. This all sounds very serious but although I do take it seriously I also teach children where it becomes critical to balance the hard work of learning an instrument with music that's fun to play. Consequently the curriculum I've designed consists of a mixture of easy classical pieces, music I write specifically for my students, and favorite pop songs they're eager to play. It's a combination which works so well that I rarely lose students through lack of interest.

 

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