DUKE of WAIL
Coaching
I believe you will enjoy studying music with me.
RULE #1: We have fun!
RULE #2: We move toward your goals.
There are some basic skills each player should acquire, but beyond that, let’s make your music experience more rewarding, more satisfying!
There are so many effective tools for music training! Here’s what I use:
- My live acoustic guitar accompaniment
- Korg Pandora drum tracks
- iPod rhythm tracks and examples
- Rhythm tracks on CD or mp3’s emailed to you
- Digital voice recorder captures your live “recital”
- Large analog display meter for
- Digital tuner for string instruments (perfect thirds vs. equal temperament)
- GoldWave software for changing speed or pitch of exercises
- Harp students may play through bullet mic, effects, and tube amp
One of my earliest students now lives in
Getting to know some Aspergers and special needs students has been particularly rewarding as well.
I work from my home in Gilbert, Arizona, with easy access from the 202 freeway.
10 Reasons to Study with a Music Teacher
…what you can’t get from a book or CD
10. Achieve rapid progress with commitment to a regular schedule
9. Imitate what I play in call and response with rhythm tracks
8. Play to drum machine and learn perfect timing
7. Hear yourself instantly on the digital recorder
6. CD’s can’t slow down to match your ability, but I do with guitar
5. Develop ear training, follow progressions, and recognize intervals
4. Take home selected rhythm tracks for practice
3. How to use drills and skills within your own free-style playing
2. Get ready for the JAM and prepare for the BAND
And the NUMBER ONE reason
1. Your personal cheer-leader (I’m a lot more fun than a book/CD!)
Specifically for Harmonica:
a. Solutions and remedies, particularly note bending
b. Exposure to alternate tunings
c. Learn about repair and fine-tuning
d. Amplified bullet microphone experience
