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About
I love to teach and to learn with my students. My passion for music and growth has helped me connect with hundreds of students over the last 25 years. As a people person with a joyful heart, I am easy to work with and make having fun an important part of teaching.
Helping students enjoy playing is my ultimate goal. I want to equip the student with the best knowledge and best techniques so that they LOVE playing, practicing, and enjoying the art of music.
Overview
Hired 26 times
Serves Belmont, NC
Background checked
1 employee
41 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
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2017
Services offered
Interested musical styles
Guitar type
Acoustic
Electric
Work location
I travel to my customers
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Excellent 4.9
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Sharyn H.
Jul 21, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Clayton was great and gave both of our kids a lesson. I’m very happy with that and his knowledge he was punctual on time and amazing working with children. Also he came through last minute for us. Thank you, Clayton.
Details: 10 - 13 years old • Yes, the student can read music • 4+ yrs of formal training • What the teacher recommends • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc.
Singing Lessons
Patrice G.
May 13, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
Clayton provided in home guitarlessons. He was punctual for each lesson but also flexible to accommodate my schedule. He had a clear plan for each lesson. Anyone wanting to learn the guitar would benefit from his instruction.
Guitar Lessons (for adults)
Sara Z.
Aug 4, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
Clayton has been fabulous so far, teaches the basics and makes sure you don’t make bad habits early on. Enjoyed my first lesson with him and have another one scheduled. I have no musical background and I know after the first lesson that Clayton will be able to get me playing songs in no time.
Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Country • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • I travel to the guitar teacher • The guitar teacher travels to me
Guitar Lessons
Jeff P.
Aug 31, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
I hired Clayton for guitarlessons (for adults) and have not been disappointed in the slightest. He was and is very quick to respond to inquiries and was the most qualified for the best price of anyone I found.
We've since had our first lesson, and it went great. He was fantastic at pushing the pace of learning at just the right speed. He even brought a stand and book along with him because I had neither! Looking forward to our next lesson.
Guitar Lessons (for adults)
Victoria C.
Jan 18, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
I've hired Clayton to give guitarlessons to my husband as a gift based on the good reviews. We have had him three times and so far so good! Clayton is patient and passionate, and also flexible around schedules and very professional. I can only recommend him.
Guitar Lessons (for adults)
Credentials
Background Check
Clayton Mcdaniel
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I charge $30 per hour ($25 for 45 min). If the student is out of my travel range, the rate varies on distance. I prefer to teach at the student's homes where they are most comfortable, so extra travel is not a problem, but they can come to me.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I evaluate them based on experience. If it's a beginner, start with a fun and easy book, with simple techniques and exercises. I teach with no time tables in a fun, low-pressure environment. I teach at the student's pace because each student is different and learns at different speeds. I am flexible and love to incorporate student's personal musical interests and goals into the lessons.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
- Music Degree from the University of Tennessee
- Professional guitar player of 32 years (Bands, churches, conferences, and more.)
- Woodwind Coach for East Gaston High School
- Professional singer of 25 years (Barbershop, organized choir, private parties, and more.)
- Saxophone player of 25 years
- Current leader of a Bluegrass Band (Quail Hollow Band)
- Extensive eperience in leading in worship settings, youth events, etc.
- Concert Clarinetist of 30 years
