FAQ.
ABOUT ME
* I've completed a B.A. Music (with distinction) at UWS Nepean.....Majors in Performance and Recording Engineering....Minors in Composition and I.T.
* I've completed TAFE "Vital" training course (adult education.
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* I've completed a Cert IV Workplace Training and Assessment course)
* I am a professional musician and teacher with over 40+ years’ experience. I have taught 1000s of students in that time.
* I was co-owner and Manager of the well known and respected " School of Guitar Technology " at Liverpool for over 30 years.
* I teach or have knowledge of just about any style. Styles/interests include: Jazz, Classical, Latin, Fusion, Blues, Folk, Country, Bluegrass , Classic Rock, Funk, Soul, Neo Soul, 50s Rock, 60s pop, 70s rock.
* I have taught privately, at high schools, and at TAFE and Community centers.
* I have run group classes for retirees...... and advanced workshops for career players.
* I have a current Working With Children Check and Police checks
* Fully insured for Public Liability
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HOW DO I KNOW IF I'M GETTING GOOD GUITAR LESSONS?
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I DIDN’T UNDERSTAND MUSIC AT SCHOOL…DO I HAVE TO READ MUSIC ?
Not at all. And learning to play an instrument IS NOTHING LIKE THE CLASSROOM LESSONS WE ENDURED AT SCHOOL.
You can start on most instruments and learn to play socially without having to read music or learn theory. The exceptions would be Clarinet & Saxophone.
There are plenty of ways to start playing without reading music and still end up being a fine musician.
Reading music is a communication skill required by professional musicians to play at elite levels....not something a beginner needs to learn to do to be an effective player.
AM I TOO OLD ?
I have adult students aged from 30-80 and they are all doing well. Check out my reviews to see what other older learners have experienced.
Most adults have the belief that if they didn't start as a child then “it's too late”
NONSENSE. But lot of adults suffer from the “I’m too old” syndrome….I’m here to tell you that adults make the great students. They’re more focused than kids, and understand that if you put in a bit of work you will be rewarded.
They do have a few slight physical problems because of years of work injuries, RSIs, and old sporting injuries.
I take it slowly, and at a pace your hand feels comfortable with.
DOES IT COST MUCH ?
A lesson costs about the same as a pack of cigarettes, less than most peoples corporate coffee bill for the week......and certainly less than a couple of cocktails after work.
Professional teachers charge a fee based on their qualifications, skill, experience....and the costs associated with having a professional place of business. They are career teachers and are in it for the long term. Most are working professional level performers as well. They are appreciative of your business and a pleased to see you and hear about your weekly musical adventures.
An amateur teaching from home will often not have a Police and Working With Children Check, Public Liability Insurance, and often doesn't have professional qualifications or experience.
I WAS ONCE IN A ROCK BAND are not qualifications to teach well unfortunately.
They often only teach for a short periods of time while they need pocket money at Uni or until they find full time work. Very often their students are left high and dry with little warning when "something better" comes along.
HOW MUCH PRACTICE SHOULD I DO ?
When you first start....15 minutes a day, 4-5 days a week is enough. Your hands need a couple of days rest when you first start.
Once you have been playing about a month you should start to practice about 30 minutes a day 5 days a week. This will give you the kind of progress that will keep you encouraged to keep learning.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO PLAY A SONG ?
People usually start playing easy songs by the 3rd lesson. I have heaps of MODERN hand picked tunes to give you a good time.
WHAT SHOULD I BUY TO START WITH ?
You need to give me a call about this.....I can save you a lot of money and help you get a good playable instrument to start on.
WHY CAN'T I LEARN FROM YOU TUBE VIDEOS
1) Because a you tube lesson cannot see what you are doing and correct any errors, misunderstandings or answer any questions you may have.
2) Online lessons are best suited to intermediate to advanced players.
3) While there are a few half decent self tutor methods on the web....you have to pay for them and it's been my experience that most people won't sign up for a structured course......and instead just grab free lessons from a variety of different teachers.
THIS IS A TERRIBLE WAY TO LEARN.
No structure, no ongoing progression, no feedback, no commitment.
WHAT IF I HAVE NO TALENT….WHAT HAPPENS IF I CAN’T DO IT ?
Firstly we all have an inbuilt ability for music...it just takes time, patience and the right advice.
BOOK IN A LESSON NOW!
No obligation, no sales pressure.....just the opportunity to see how help from a professional can make it easy and fun.
* Half hour lesson, once a week,
* Pay as you go.
* No enrolment fees
* No admin fees
* No contracts
* No credit card details required
* Creative Kids Vouchers accepted
SO THERE YOU GO....WITH ALL OF THE ABOVE SAFE GUARDS AND BENEFITS........
THERE'S ABSOLUTLY NO REASON NOT TO FILL IN THE FORM BELOW......BOOK IN AND FIND OUT HOW MUCH FUN IT CAN BE!
I'm waiting to hear from you.....give me a call for a chat if you have any further questions.
