Question 1

Where can I find guitar lessons in Bend?

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Bend, Oregon is home to many great guitar teachers including La Di Da Lessons and School of Rock, which are especially suited for younger guitar students. I offer premium guitar lessons for anyone who is interested in beginning to learn an instrument and those who are seeking intermediate to advanced learning.

Question 2

Who offers music theory lessons in Bend, Oregon?

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I offer music theory lessons, and frankly it’s one of the aspects of music that excites me the most. During my Classical Guitar degree program at Austin Peay State University, I received “straight A’s” in all 16 music theory courses. (The professors often referred to me as “The Curve Breaker” since I prevented them from grading on a curve for other classmates sake. For the 20 years since then, I have continued to diligently study and teach music theory. I explain theory in simple terms that is relevant to your specific goals and instrument.

Question 3

Where to find classical guitar lessons in Bend?

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I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Classical Guitar from Austin Peay State University. During my time at University, I studied with Dr. Stanley Yates for 4 years and have maintained an ongoing mentor/mentee relationship with him throughout 20 years. Matthew Gwinup is also a qualified classical guitarist in the area.

Question 4

Guitar lessons with flexible scheduling in Bend?

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I offer an array of scheduling options for music lessons. Typically, a student will prefer to meet on a weekly basis. However, I also offer once monthly or twice monthly lessons.

Question 5

Where to find guitar lessons for all skill levels in Bend?

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Local programs such as School of Rock or Cascade School of Music cater to mostly younger learners. I offer lessons for everyone from beginners to professional musicians. Many of my former students are currently professional musicians and or music instructors.

Question 6

Who offers personalized guitar lessons in Bend?

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Many music instructors in Bend personalize guitar lessons. Music programs often aren’t as personalized since they’re typically following a syllabus. In the first lesson, I discuss the student’s goals, assess where they currently are in terms of their playing and understanding, and then we make a personal plan to bridge the gap between where the student is today versus where they want to be.

Question 7

How to book lessons at Bend Guitar Lessons | Derek Williams Guitar Lessons Studio?

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If you’re interested in my rates and scheduling, please use my contact form to reach out to me.

Question 8

What guitar courses does Derek Williams Guitar Lessons Studio offer in Bend?

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Currently, I offer one-on-one lessons for guitar, bass, mandolin, banjo, songwriting, music theory and music production. In the future, I may offer group classes.

Question 9

Are there online guitar lessons from Bend Guitar Lessons | Derek Williams Guitar Lessons Studio?

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Yes, you might enjoy this blog where I explain how to play more than a dozen songs with just 4 easy chords. https://www.derekwilliamsguitar.com/post/easy-guitar-songs

Question 10

What styles of guitar are taught in Bend?

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I teach classical/nylon string guitar, steel string acoustic guitar, electric guitar, baritone guitar and bass guitar in addition to several other stringed instruments. I offer lessons in every genre of music, including rock, blues, bluegrass, country, jazz, classical, pop, heavy metal, indie, singer-songwriter, piedmont style, slide guitar, Travis picking, bluegrass flat picking and more.

Question 11

Is online guitar learning effective compared to in-person in Bend?

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Many of my students have expressed their dissatisfaction with learning from online courses. The benefit of learning a musical instrument in person is immeasurable. I provide real-time feedback, focus on anatomy and posture, and I offer information that cannot otherwise be found online (as it turns out, even the most forthright guitar instructors online withhold some of their methods which have been shared to me personally by many of them).

Question 12

What should I expect from a guitar lesson in Bend?

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I have an array of guitars and other instruments as well as guitar amplifiers at my home studio in Bend, Oregon. All you need to do is show up if you wish. To make the most of music lessons, the student should arrive slightly early with the instrument in tune and should have all written materials in a folder or on their device if preferred.

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