Guitar Lessons

Taking guitar lessons can be intimidating, at any age, but don’t let that stop you from giving it a try. Dave offers one-on-one instruction, backed by years of experience, tailored to your specific goals and skill level. Add to that his laid back personality and off the wall sense of humor and you’ve got the recipe for a fun, but educational, experience whether you’re 85 or 10.

A Music Composition major at the William Patterson University of NJ, Dave has been teaching students of all ages for the past ten years. He owes this long time success to the fact that he strives to provide tailored lessons to meet each individual student’s needs while fostering creativity & improvisation as well as incorporating a strong foundation in technique.

With over 30 years of playing, performing, composing, and recording, Dave is uniquely qualified help any student meet her/his goals while gaining a deep understanding of our musical world.

Dave currently teaches:

• basic to advanced playing technique
• song writing
• music composition
• improvisation
• music theory
• reading (staff and tab)
• basic guitar care and maintenance (cleaning, changing strings, tuning, etc.)
• looping
• how to incorporate pedals and other gear into your playing
• mentoring for aspiring working musicians

Whether the student’s aim is short term or long term, choosing a guitar teacher is an important decision! Finding the right fit can mean the difference between you or your child getting the most out of lessons and enjoying the ability to make music for a lifetime.