FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Every first lesson with me is free in order to give you a chance to find out if I'm the right fit for your learning style. After that, I charge $40 for 45 minutes; $50 for an hour; and an additional $10 if you prefer to have me travel to your home for lessons. I don't charge this fee for a first lesson. I prefer electronic payment, and accept most services (Venmo, PayPal, etc.) but I am also open to cash or check.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First, we'll set up a time to meet for our first free, 30-minute introductory lesson. Students are welcome to schedule lessons at my home studio in East Nashville, or have me come to them for an additional $10 fee (I waive this fee for a first lesson). I am also open to online lessons. Despite the less-than-ideal circumstances, I have been very impressed with how much progress students can make online since I began trying this model in 2020. I typically use Google Meet.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am from Michigan, and the foundations of my teaching are rooted in the expert instruction I received as a child from many role models at the Ann Arbor Music Center (Rock Band School), as well as advanced instruction as part of the award-winning Community High School jazz combo program. I completed a year studying jazz guitar at the competitive Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, where I played in several university ensembles and enrolled in weekly lessons with an expert performer. I also performed in the pit band for IU Theater's production of Jesus Christ Superstar, as well as performing with the respected, nationally-traveled IU Soul Revue. I decided to complete my education with a degree in history despite being accepted into the prestigious music school. I learned much in my year in formal musical school, but I have never regretted the decision to leave :) Since, I have toured around the country for solo artists, playing big stages and renowned clubs, as well as recording and arranging.