Our Approach to Guitar Lessons
The guitar is one of the most versatile instruments. It shows up in the classical concert hall, it’s a staple throughout commercial pop music, and it’s found in folk music all around the world. With such a diverse set of applications, it’s not surprising that approaches to teaching and learning guitar vary widely. Our approaches do, too, depending on the student’s goals. That said, here’s a basic outline of our approach.
Guitar Lessons Should Be Fun!
We all know the feeling: you hear your favorite song come on and you can’t resist the urge to play along on your air guitar! Here at Brill Music Academy, we can help you convert your musical fantasies into reality – while preserving that irresistible sense of joy you feel when playing along. We want each of our students to LOVE their musical experience with us!
Whether you come to us planning on becoming the next Jimi Hendrix or simply wanting to play songs around the campfire with your friends, our top-notch instructors will help you progress quickly toward your goals while ensuring you have fun along the way.
We Emphasize Healthy Technique
Regardless of your ultimate goals, our teachers will prioritize strong fundamentals including proper posture, hand positioning, chords, fretting, picking, and strumming. As students progress, these basics will become second nature – and serve as the foundation from which students can apply their skills across a variety of genres and styles.
We want our guitar students to be literate, well-rounded musicians. Beginners and seasoned performers alike will find value in our approach at Brill Music Academy, coupling technical instruction with elements of music theory and music history in each lesson.
We Care About Your Musical Interests & Goals
Your unique interests and background will help guide your experience at Brill Music Academy. We teach beginners, intermediate, and advanced students who are interested in a variety of styles – including rock, jazz, classical, pop, blues, and more. Whether you’re inspired by modern day singer-songwriters or the rockers of the 1970s, we can’t wait to get started with you!
Our seasoned instructors will draw upon years of playing, performing, and teaching experience to guide you in improving your skills and exploring the many possibilities of your instrument, and advancing toward your goals at a pace that works for you.
If you or your child is looking for guitar lessons or ukulele lessons in the Las Vegas area, Brill Music Academy is here to serve you. Our roster of teachers includes guitar players in a wide variety of genres. We have teachers experienced in classical guitar, folk guitar, jazz guitar, and all manner of pop styles. Some of our teachers are accomplished singer-songwriters and can offer instruction in singing while playing, too.
All music lessons at Brill Music Academy take a well-rounded approach. We don’t create instrumentalists; we create musicians. And we do this in a warm, inviting setting. Students and teachers alike have plenty of fun as students hone their skills.
Our Guitar & Ukulele Teachers
Here at Brill Music Academy, our seasoned staff of guitar and ukulele instructors thrive on creating a fun, engaging, and well-rounded experience for each student. Whatever your preferred genre (or if you like a little of everything), we have a teacher that will work for you. Our qualified instructors often participate in public performance and possess significant academic credentials. Their experience enables them to customize their instruction for each student, covering areas including technique, fundamentals and expression.
Rob Kemerson
Guitar
A native of Port St. Lucie, Florida, Rob Kemerson discovered his passion for music at the age of 12 years old. By the age of 16, he began giving private lessons to
Tom Brill
Guitar
Tom Brill is a guitar instructor in all styles at Brill Music Academy. Tom also teaches other stringed, fretted instruments including banjo, ukulele, and bass guitar. Growing up outside Milwaukee in Oak
Frequently Asked Questions About Guitar Lessons
What is the minimum age to start guitar lessons at Brill Music Academy?
The guitar is a fairly straightforward instrument to learn. It does require dexterity and finger strength, though. For these reasons, we recommend that students begin guitar lessons after age 8. Children younger than eight may consider playing the ukulele, a smaller version of the guitar.
Do I need any prior experience?
To take guitar lessons at Brill Music Academy, you need no prior experience. Our well-qualified instructors have extensive experience playing and teaching the guitar, and we specialize in offering lessons to students who are brand new to the instrument, seasoned professional players, and all levels in between.
What styles of guitar can I learn?
The versatile guitar is featured in almost every genre and style of music. You can learn classical pieces, contemporary pop songs, folk tunes, or one of dozens of other styles when you take lessons at Brill Music Academy. Discuss your preferred musical style and interests with your teacher, and we will create a customized lesson plan that guides your learning and helps you achieve your goals as you have fun playing the guitar.
What materials will I need?
Our instructors use a variety of method books and online resources. Because every student receives personalized instruction, your teacher will provide you with a list of required resources at your first lesson. Your teacher can also recommend a guitar, strings, picks, and other essentials based on your needs, ability, and progress.
Is guitar the right fit for me?
Portable and versatile, the guitar is a fun instrument to play. You can play almost any style of music imaginable in venues from basements to concert halls. You can also select from an array of acoustic or electric guitars in various sizes and price ranges. Whether you want to play for personal pleasure or as a professional, start your journey at Brill.
Why Come to Brill Music Academy for Guitar Lessons?
Our students and instructors make Brill Music Academy a unique place for guitar lessons. At Brill, you set your musical goals and we pair you with a teacher who specializes in your preferred style. In addition to personalized lessons, our professional, trained, and experienced instructors provide instruction on proper technique and music theory in a warm and nurturing environment that makes learning fun. With guitar lessons at Brill, you become a confident, skilled, and well-rounded musician.
Ready to Begin Guitar Lessons in Las Vegas?
Start your musical journey as a beginner or take your skills to the next level with guitar lessons at Brill Music Academy. We invite you to contact us today for more information or to schedule a lesson.