Why Private Lessons?
There are so many great reasons for any music student to enroll in private lessons. Over my years of teaching I have seen so many benefits, but here are just a few of the best reasons you should sign up.
One on one personalized instruction and feedback.
- Everyone learns differently, and each student learns at a different pace. Private lessons allow you to not only learn at your own pace, but also learn in a way that is best for you.
Have clear goals to learning, and someone to help you be accountable.
- It is not always easy when learning an instrument on your own or in a large group to know exactly what you need to do next and private lessons can provide you with a clear path to achieve your music goals. Also having someone who can kindly and compassionately help you achieve those goals and keep you motivated to keep learning.
Keep it fresh and minimize frustration.
- Learning a new instrument can be tedious at times and can quickly turn boring. Private instruction can keep your learningfresh. With different ways to accomplish your musical goals and a wide range of materials and music available a private teacher can help keep the learning new and fresh.
The benefit of the teacher's knowledge and resources.
- Learning from a teacher that specializes in the instrument you are learning can make a big difference to how well and quickly you progress. Additionally with so much information, videos, and materials online it can be hard to know what works well and what doesn't. A good teacher is going to be able to share their years of training and resources from being in the world of music to benefit the learning of each student. It is not always enough to have "access" to information, and sometimes having someone to show you a clear path for your skills will make the difference.
Learn how to appreciate your instrument and music in general.
- Private Lessons are not just for those who are struggling with learning, or those who are the best of the best. A good teacher can help any student not only get better at their instrument but also learn to appreciate music on a more rewarding level. Not every student I teach will become a professional musician but it is my hope that every student will have a deep appreciation and understanding of music. Every student is either a musician or a music advocate. I hold a firm belief that there is a place for all levels of musicianship in the process.
What Lessons Can Do For You?
Music can help sharpen your mind and improve your life. Having someone help you navigate the wide world of music that is available to you can help amplify and enhance your experience.
How It Works
Lessons are given in person or online via FaceTime, Zoom, or Skype. Private Lessons are offered in 30 minute increments at a frequency that works best for you. Once or twice a week, or once every two weeks are available at a time to be determined with Pat. With a flexible schedule he is happy to work closely with you to find the best time. A schedule along with invoice is sent out at the beginning of each month and you can pay by Cash, Check, or Online each week at your lesson or all at once when you receive your invoice.
About Pat's Teaching
Pat Walsh has been educating all ages of students for more than 20 years. With a wide spectrum of knowledge of classical, jazz, popular, and middle eastern music he knows how to use proven methods to help you learn. Having learned from not only his own experience studying music in college but also from the many teachers and musicians he has come in contact with, Pat Walsh can share the best tip and tricks of the trade. Pat teaches a wide variety of musical subjects and genres from music and instrument fundamentals, to advanced music and instrument theory. Teaching genres from Jazz, Rock, Blues, Pop, Classical, Folk, and Mid-Eastern he can help you from scales and basic music theory to how to improve your improvisation, counting, and style.
How to sign up.
If you are interested in signing up for a free 15 minute trial to see if I can help you please go to the Contact Me page and drop me a message. Include your name and little about yourself and I get back with you to set up a time that works well for you or if you have any questions or comments let me know what you think. Ready to sign up and reserve your spot? Sign up here!