Payment
Teaching Style
Eligibility
Private one-on-one guitar and drum lessons are given in person or online at the request of clients. Rates are $40 per hour and $25 per half hour. These rates apply to both instruments. Payment is due at the beginning of each month and no refunds are given. However, make up lessons are offered and these must be made up within the month they are missed. To book a make-up lesson, email me at samtostoguitardrums.com. Cash and checks are accepted for in-person lessons. Payment through PayPal is used exclusively for online lessons.
I possess a variety of musical knowledge and execute a unique teaching style in my lessons. I can teach any musical genre and possess collegiate level music theory and ear training skills. I can teach how to read music on virtually any clef. However, I am also well versed in teaching by ear, rote and memorization. I believe this is an equally important skill for a student to learn to become a great musician. I am primarily concerned with helping students reach their goals, so if this means learning an instrument through sheet music, ear training, music theory or all of the above, I intend to vigorously accommodate my time with students for their benefit.
Any person of any age is eligible to take lessons. People with disabilities are ardently welcome. However, for children under the age of ten, parental supervision is recommended, especially for online lessons. In addition, parental supervision for any age is permitted and encouraged if the parent feels their child needs their presence for any reason.