The Groove Spot - Music Lessons

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The Groove Spot - Music Lessons At my home studio, online or on-site services Lessons Bass Guitar: Beginner to Advanced Upright Bass: Beginner to Advanced Recording/Production: Beginner to Advanced Music Theory: Beginner to Advanced Guitar: Beginner to Intermediate Many positive Reviews. Reviews available upon request. **Please send me a message about your musical experience (none is ok) and any goals, aspirations, or influences you may have. More about your teacher: An Alumni of Berklee College of Music with over 20 years experience playing live, recording, and studying music. Currently offering lessons on Bass Guitar, Upright Bass, Guitar, Music Theory, Recording/Production with Logic Pro and More. Bass Areas of Focus Include: Technique, Music Theory, Rhythm, Tone, Walking Bass, Harmony, Reading Music, Fretboard Knowledge, Using the Bow (Upright), Improvisation, Groove Playing, Soloing and more. Bass Styles include Jazz, Blues, Soul, R&B, Rock, Reggae, Classical, Funk, Fusion, and more. Guitar Areas of Focus Include: Technique, Music Theory, Strumming/Picking, Rhythm, Chords, Learning Tunes, Scales, Arpeggios, Fretboard Knowledge, Improvisation, and more. Guitar Styles include Rock, Blues, Folk, Pop, Jazz, Classical, Reggae, and more. Lessons consist of a combination of learning proper technique and fundamentals in order to build a solid foundation on the instrument. I like to keep a balance in areas such as technique, scales, chords and arpeggios, groove playing, improvising, reading and playing in a variety of styles and genres. Timing and rhythm is essential for any great musician so I emphasize rhythm and help students build from there. My goal is to get students to become working players and to provide them with the tools needed to be well rounded with great overall musicianship.

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Hired 39 times

Serves Apex, NC

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9 years in business

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Casandra F.

May 16, 2018

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Steve is a really great teacher! He takes into consideration what I want to learn and what my goals are. His lessons have a perfect balance between learning music theory and basic skills, and working on songs that I’ve always wanted to learn. I feel like I am making progress on the guitar and learning a lot from each lesson. Also, he is flexible with scheduling which has been really convenient for me! I highly recommend Steve as a teacher!

Details: 18 - 25 years old • Yes, can read music staff • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Acoustic • Rock • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • As soon as possible • Conducting initial research • I travel to the guitar teacher

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Jim M.

Nov 3, 2017

Steve's lessons offer a relaxed atmosphere and a flexible approach. He adapted his strategies to the things I was already doing and based the lessons on things I was interested in. Basic practice strategies and handwritten directions were provided at each lesson.

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Chris R.

May 14, 2018

Steve's organization, attention to detail, and passion for music creates an optimal learning experience for players of all skill levels. His knowledge of music and composition makes lessons fun and creates a desire to learn and improve. Highly recommended!!!

Joseph b.

May 14, 2018

I have been taking Bass Guitar and Drum lessons from Steve for over a year. Steve exhibits the utmost in professionalism and take the time to make sure I've mastered the task at hand before we move on to the next lesson. I would highly recommend Steve to any aspiring musician. Joe B

Tom M.

Feb 11, 2018

Steve has been working with my 9 year old grandson on drums for a while now and has kept him enthused and engaged with his lessons. He has made great progress and looks forward to his lessons each week. I would recommend him highly.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
General Pricing $35/30 minutes $45/45 minutes $55/hr. $85/90 minutes Online Lessons Subscriptions: $35/30 minutes $45/45 minutes $55/hr. $85/90 minutes
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to talk with each student beforehand and hear where the student is at with their musicianship. I love hearing about a students goals, motivations, inspirations and favorite bands/players.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I've been fortunate to be able to study music and have lessons with some of the best teachers in the world. I've studied Bass Guitar at Berklee College of Music (Boston, MA) and graduated from Naropa University (Boulder, CO) with a BA in Music. I've been teaching at local music schools since graduating from college and have taught at schools in the New York area and I’ve been teaching online now for several years.

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