Private Guitar Lessons & Teachers in Frisco, TX

Seasoned musician with over 18 years of guitar-playing experience. My musical journey has taken me through various genres, collaborations with fellow musicians, and memorable performances. Now, my mission is clear: to share the joy of playing the guitar with enthusiasts like you! As a firm believer that learning the guitar should be accessible and enjoyable, I'm here to guide you, whether you're a beginner or someone looking to enhance your skills. My approach is all about making the learning process fun and rewarding. Let's embark on a musical adventure together, where the fretboard becomes your playground, and the strings tell your unique story. Join me, and let's turn every strum into a source of joy. Together, we'll make your guitar journey educational and an absolute blast!

"Spacing and my goals, likes, dislikes. We’ll get there

As a touring artist, I bring 10 years of professional experience to my guitar instruction. I'm dedicated to helping students of all levels unlock their musical potential. My approach is tailored, ensuring an engaging and effective learning journey.

Music has been my lifelong passion, and for the past 45 years, I've been fortunate enough to share that passion with aspiring guitarists of all levels. As a recording artist, I bring a unique perspective and wealth of experience to each lesson. I attended the Hartford Conservatory of Music where I studied guitar, audio engineering, and record production among many other subjects and have been helping aspiring guitarists attain their specific goals for 3 decades. My lessons are custom tailored to help each student achieve their goals on the instrument and I place the enjoyment of playing above everything else. Becoming a better musician can be a rewarding challenge, and fun along with self actualization are the vehicle through which this journey happens.

I am a professional music instructor/performer and a graduate from Berklee College of Music. I specialize in jazz, fusion, pop, and of course metal. With many years of teaching experience, my primary goal has always been to share my passion for music and inspire students to explore their horizons. I strive to create an engaging and supportive learning environment throughout the lessons. By fostering creativity, encouraging persistence, and celebrating each student’s unique progress, I aim to instill a lifelong appreciation for music in everyone I teach.

"Truly a disciple of Joe Stump. David taught me how to get out of my comfort zone in terms of sweep picking arpeggios and alternate picking. He opened up my perspective in viewing the fretboard through different approaches and creating ideas outside the box. It's been an enlightening experience taking lessons from David. I can't thank him enough.

I've been a professional touring bassist and educator for 20 years. I'm a doubler both electric and upright. I have a B.M. in Music education from VCU in Richmond, VA. (Don't make a joke about your degree being a "BM") If you're still here, I'm also a guitarist and have taught strings and brass. I've taught privately and classroom settings both in-person and remotely. I bring my experiences as a performing artist and educator to guide students of all ages and levels. My lessons are individualized and intended to guide you on your musical journey. Lessons can vary depending on your needs, wants and goals. Always wanted to learn that lick in your favorite song that you just can't quite get? Let's figure it out? Have an audition you need to buckle down for? Buckle up! Hahaha...I kid. Or am I??? Of course. I can't wait to work with you.

Music is my lifelong passion, and sharing that passion as a guitar instructor for 30 years brings me immense joy. Having performed professionally, I bring a unique perspective and deep understanding of musical theory and technique to each lesson. I'm dedicated to fostering a fun and supportive learning environment where students of all levels can thrive. I have performed live in many bands all over the world since I was 21 years old. I have had the honor of being signed to Relapse Records and Wiilowtip records as well as many other labels in the extreme metal community. I specialized in heavy music for a long time but I am fluent in all genres of music as well,including folk,jazz, classical,rock, blues,funk,punk rock,new wave,pop,ska,hardcore,swing,avant garde,progressive,technical, contemporary,ambient,hip hop and experimental. I enjoy teaching everything from scales,chords, rhythm,melody,phrasing, transition,picking,finger placement,fretboard memory,fast runs,chord groups,major,minor, pentatonic,mixolydian,aeolian,diminished,phrygian,locrian,Dorian,and many more. I also like to focus on figuring out composition by ear,for example learning your favorite artists songs and development of your own styles while drawing from your influence or whatever you are wanting to play. Whether you are a beginner or advanced I will work at your pace. I can give you the tools to becoming a better musician and playing to your full potential.

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Music is my lifelong passion, and for three decades, I've been fortunate to share that passion as a professional musician and dedicated guitar instructor. My goal is to foster a supportive learning environment where students of all levels can unlock their musical potential and experience the joy of playing guitar.

As a lead guitarist with over 20 years of experience, music has been my lifelong passion and career. Currently, I'm actively performing with a group in Arlington, having recently concluded a fulfilling tenure at a church in Fort Worth. Alongside my performing commitments, I'm pursuing my musical education at the University of Texas in Arlington, exploring diverse styles and engaging in session work that spans across various genres. I find immense joy in creating and sharing music, continually evolving as both a musician and artist.

"Amazing skill set and understanding of context of lead playing he has really shown me how to think outside of the box

Music is a journey, and I'm passionate about guiding you on yours. As a professional musician with 11 years of experience teaching guitar, I offer personalized lessons tailored to your aspirations. Let's unlock your musical potential together!