| Guitar Lessons |
| Are you a resident of metropolitan southeastern Michigan looking for comprehensively qualified private instruction for any of the following: guitar, bass, theory, or composition? You need not look any further! Waldon Reed, Jr. brings you the qualifications of two music degrees and the teaching experience of over twenty years to every lesson (for more background info about Waldon or to hear sound samples from any one of his four CDs, visit his Home page). Whether you are an elementary school age student or a senior citizen hobbyist, Waldon has taught countless persons in both groups and likely every age in between. Because lessons are tailored to suit each student's particular interest and level of commitment, you will learn only those things which are pertinent to your personal goals and objectives. For current availability and lesson fees, contact via email. |
| The following are highlights of items typically presented or studied in various lessons. |
| Guitar | Theory | Composition | Bass |
| Styles
Rock (various) Jazz (traditional and contemporary) Classical
Pop Folk Country Techniques Flatpick Fingerstyle Hybrid Tapping Slurs
Harmonics Slide bar Alternate Tunings Capo Reading Standard Notation Tablature Improvisation Lead solo development Primary goal is to foster the development of virtuoso techniques and comprehensive musicianship. |
Intervals Scales Major and Minor Modes Exotic Synthetic Chords
Standard Progressions I IV V, II V I, etc., Substitution Backcycling Secondary Dominants Flat Fifths Borrowed Chords Voice Leading Primary goal is to gain an extensive and applicable understanding of music theory as it relates to various style genres. |
Arranging Period Style Writing (i.e. Baroque) Forms Analysis Primary goal is to create, evaluate, and develop original motifs and compositions. |
Styles
See Guitar column Techniques See Guitar column Reading See Guitar column Primary goal is to develop bass line improvisation and composition through theoretical knowledge and technical proficiency. |
