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SGM Lessons

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About
Each individual student has a unique way of learning. I have devised a program for bass, guitar and theory, that draws on cognitive learning principals to learn music faster, understand concepts easier, facilitate on the instrument better and meet each students' individual goals, while maintaining a fun environment and fostering creative expression. I love embarking on the journey of self discovery with others and empowering people to unlock their full potential. Most people don't realize the vastness of music, how it translates into life circumstances or how much they can accomplish so, watching the "light bulb" moments as they piece the parts of the musical puzzle together is pretty amazing.
Overview

Hired 24 times

1 employee

22 years in business

Business hours

SunClosedMon8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

Services offered
Interested musical styles

Rock

Blues

Classical

Country

Work location

I travel to my customers

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Projects and media
Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Ahmad A.

Jun 2, 2015

Hired on Thumbtack

Joel is a professional, passionate, and patient music teacher. In a few short weeks, he has done an excellent job with my daughter and I would recommend him for anyone. We are lucky to have crossed paths on TT, with Joel.
Guitar Lessons
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Adam S.

Jan 31, 2015

Hired on Thumbtack

Joel is a patient and knowledgeable instructor. I enjoyed my lessons with him, and should I ever move closer to Plano or just simply need a change for awhile in instructors, I would certainly reach out to him again. Great guy, personable and skilled. I would definitely recommend him regardless of the age of the student. For reference, I am pushing 40 myself. :)
Guitar Lessons
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Austin G.

Aug 27, 2014

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Kristen L.

Aug 24, 2014

I learned SO much from your husband. I basically credit most of my music learning to him! I think he was the first person who really pushed me to be a better musician in fact. I had just learned chords after being sheet music trained for many years, and I was still learning how to improvise better. I remember on one of our songs for select band I was having a hard time figuring out what to do to improvise. The song was Johnny B Goode. He kept pushing me to try new ideas and to not give up and be mediocre and take the easy way out. Finally things were pieced together and I felt like that was one of the moments where I broke my fear to improvise. He also told us to be prepared, professional musicians. I never thought about worship being something where we should aim for musical preparedness, but mr T was definitely right. Over the years, I have seen the difference in prepared musicians versus unprepared musicians. I think when worship teams are prepared and have thoroughly learned the set, it is easier for the audience to be more receptive to worship. I think the term he always used for this was "musical excellence." He sparked my love for being on a worship team and since then, I have always been involved with worship. I am so thankful for the positive influence he had in my life!
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Barbara B.

Aug 18, 2014

Our daughter has taken bass guitar lessons from Joel for the last 2 years. She has improved greatly under his direction. He is very encouraging and positive, but at the same time gives great corrections for improvement. Would definitely recommend him.

FAQs

  • How did you get started doing this type of work?

    I love to share my knowledge and experience, and I love to see people progress and what they love. I some extremely gifted instructors and wanted to help others in the way that they helped me.

  • What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

    Ask a LOT of questions and specifically ask what the instructor's curriculum (or process) is. If the instructor has a well rounded game plan, you are off to a good start. If you feel like they are just telling you what you want to hear, there is a good chance that you may not be getting balanced and quality instruction.

  • What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

    How much time goes into preparing for a student outside of the lesson time and how it important it is to notify the instructor in advance about tardies and absences. I think too often that students think that their instructors just sit around all day and wait for them as if they have no other commitments or obligations. Many instructors have other sources of income, families and other students that are often inconvenienced by a student's poor planning and inconsideration.