Frequently Asked Questions

Is teaching your full-time job?

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Yes! I have been teaching guitar and bass full time since 2001.

Why do you need two days' notice for a cancelled lesson?

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I have found that 48 hours is a fair amount of notice for both myself and the student. This allows me an ample amount of time to contact other students ...

Why is three weeks' notice necessary when discontinuing lessons?

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Since teaching is my full-time job, I rely on every lesson spot in my schedule to keep my business running. Having three weeks’ notice gives me ample time to find ...

When can I call so I don't interrupt a lesson ?

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I don't have a phone in the studio or waiting area, so you never have to worry about when you call. This also means I can't get the majority of ...

I noticed that the Guitar Master Class is not for beginners. How much experience is required to participate?

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The camp is designed for players looking to take his or her playing to the next level. General requirments are knowledge of basic open chords, some barre chords, power chords, ...

Do you have a waiting list and if so, how long is the wait?

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I currently have a waiting list for lessons. Unfortunately, I cannot provide an exact wait length. I have gone for as long as 6 months without a permanent opening, ...

How can I break out of playing the same licks and patterns?

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This is a question I am asked frequently. Unfortunately, there is no easy solution. You could simply go and learn more licks, but that will still leave you without ...

I have heard you can get good deals on music gear. What brands and products do you have access to?

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I am a dealer for the following companies:

D'addario - I can get the entire line of D'Addario Strings, Planet Waves Accessories, Evans Drum Heads, and Rico Reeds.

Jim Dunlop - Classic Crybaby Wahs, ...

Can I record one of my songs at my lessons?

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Your lesson is yours. If you have a vision of where you want things to go in our sessions, I am happy to go with it. Students ask me ...

Why did you decide to start selling gear?

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My main motivation to become a dealer of music equipment is the lack of quality service at Guitar Center and Daddy's Junky Music stores. Buying equipment from the chain stores ...

What are some essential tools every musician should have?

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1)An Electronic Tuner- Use it before you start your practicing, every time you practice.

2)A Music Stand- Having a music stand keeps your body in the right position for practicing. ...

What is the best way to get in touch with you?

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The easiest way for me to stay in touch with my students is through e-mail. My teaching schedule usually goes late into the evening, so it is often difficult to ...

My guitar stopped working or sounds bad. What do I do?

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Bring it on in! I do all my own wiring on my guitars and have been making adjustments for years. I can't refret your neck or fix a headstock ...