Personalized. Creative. Fun.
Guitar lessons customized to help you achieve your artistic goals.
Why Take Lessons With Me?
Over 10 years of teaching experience
I’ve taught hundreds of students — from beginners to advanced players.
Lessons built around you
Method books, ear training, CAGED system, or tablature — lessons are tailored to how you learn best.
Play the music you love
Whether it’s blues, metal, indie, punk, classic rock, or singer-songwriter styles, we’ll focus on the songs that inspire you.
Professional musician and songwriter
As a gigging guitarist and songwriter, I bring real-world experience into every lesson.
In-person or online
Lessons available at my centrally located Portland studio or virtually from anywhere.
What You’ll Learn
Chords, riffs, and scales — explained clearly
Soloing and improvisation (incorporating CAGED and other methods)
How to read tablature, chord charts, and standard notation
Songwriting and composing on guitar
Rhythm skills, technique, and tone
How to play your favorite songs — from tablature or by ear
Structured progress through method books or a creative, song-based approach — depending on what works best for you
Contact
Let’s chat! Call or message me and I’ll be in touch shortly. I’m looking forward to hearing from you.
Tel: (541) 292-4280