Paul’s Guitar & Bass Guitar Lessons

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I tailor all my lessons to the individual students interests and wants. Whatever your goals are, I'll help you get there. Watching my students get better every week with practice. Also seeing the excitement on their face as they improve.

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35 employees

24 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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

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Anthony S.

Mar 30, 2023

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I have been playing guitar for several years and had a good foundation but was hitting a wall making any real progress, especially when it came to learning guitar theory. I had tried several other methods of self teaching, Youtube/Patreon channels and even group classes, but was not having any success. I was a bit apprehensive on starting personal lessons, but I have made vastly more progress over the last 6 months with Paul than I had made over the previous 3 years trying other methods. I think the biggest thing that stands out to me is Paul's personalized way of teaching. He has tailored specific exercises that have helped me learn concepts that I have tried to understand for years and how they are incorporated into different songs that we will work on. Prior to starting lessons, Paul sent out a questionnaire to get an understanding of experience level, goals, fav artists, etc. Every song that we have worked on to better understand the concepts has been from an artist that I had noted in that questionnaire, which makes "practice" much more fun an approachable. Little things like that have gone a long way and I think really set Paul apart. Paul has also helped me overcome some bad habits that I have picked up along the way, which has also really helped to elevate my playing. I would highly recommend Paul for any level guitar player from beginner to advanced who is interested in taking their playing to the next level. Really looking forward to continuing my guitar playing journey with Paul's exceptional guidance!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Jazz • What the teacher recommends • Rock • Blues • Folk • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Cary K.

Jan 29, 2021

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Paul is an outstanding instructor! Patient, easy-going, friendly, knowledgeable, excellent communication and provides a fun environment to learn. Really happy I chose to take guitar lessons with Paul.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Blues • Country • Jazz • Classical • Rock • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Ben C.

Mar 24, 2020

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Paul is an excellent teacher. I knew several aspects of playing the guitar before taking lessons and Paul helped identify a practice plan that worked for my level of skill and goals.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Acoustic • Rock • Blues • Folk • Jazz • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Nyssa G.

Dec 11, 2019

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Paul responded quickly to my request of creating a gift card for my husband to surprise him on Christmas morning with guitar lessons. Would definitely recommend Paul!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Rock • Country • Folk • Classical • Blues • Jazz • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • I travel to the guitar teacher

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Bastien E.

Dec 1, 2019

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Paul is my first guitar teacher and I feel lucky to find such a great teacher and friendly man for that first experience. Paul gives me homework to practice in between two lessons and I can see improvement! I strongly recommend

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Acoustic • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
You can pay me in Cash, Venmo, Paypal, Apple Pay or Zelle. You can pay in for one lesson at a time which is due at the end of the lesson or pay for a bunch up front to guarantee your lesson time. 30 minutes - $40 45 minutes - $50 60 minutes - $60
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We can discuss over the phone any questions you have and I'll let you know what you need to know before our first lesson. if texting is easier for you, that works as well.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a bachelors in music and i have been teaching privately for 18 years. I've been playing music solo and in bands for more than 27 years.

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