Music Lessons
For over 30 years, Ben has been a professional Violin, Viola, Vocal, and Guitar teacher. In addition to his many years of experience as a private music instructor, since 2013 he has worked with classes from 4 to 36 students when he earned his California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential with Supplementary Authorization for Music. All are welcome and classes are available for any skill level at any age!
Young People
Children age 3 to 12 are instructed in the Suzuki method for classical music. Other genres taught include Bluegrass, Jazz, and Rock’n’Roll. Ben’s years of elementary school teaching experience enables him to connect with his students, creating lessons that are as enjoyable as they are educational.
Older People
Adult and teen beginners are taught from the Strictly Strings teaching methods manuals. Technique, vocabulary, songs and melodies from every kind of music are accessible to the person through this comprehensive learning method.
Groups
Group classes are offered for instrumentals and the fundamentals of music. Coaching is available for Classical Chamber Music Ensembles and groups playing Bluegrass, Jazz, and Rock music.
Intermediate and Advanced
Intermediate and advanced students can choose any genre that they would like to learn and are taught how to play and perform on a professional level. Students that want to learn improvisation are given the tools necessary to play Bluegrass, Jazz, Rock’n’Roll and other styles of fiddling.
Student Recitals
Ben’s younger students can perform in recitals twice a year in a casual recital format. These are relaxed events with the emphasis placed on gaining public performance experience rather than competition. Recitals for adult students are scheduled once a year and are also voluntary.
Specific Music Requests
Students wanting to learn specific pieces can avail of ‘ability accessible’ arrangements. First the selected music is transcribed, then lead sheets and custom chord charts are scored, all tailored to match the individual’s skill level.
$65.00/60 mins
Violin and viola lessons are $65.00 for an hour and $55.00 for 45 minutes. Guitar lessons are based on a sliding scale.
Ben offers shorter lessons (20 or 30 minutes) to children aged seven and younger.
Classes are taught at two separate studio locations, or at the client’s home.
An extra fee is required for in-home lessons, based on location and length of time needed to go to and from the student’s home.
$55.00/45 mins
Violin and viola lessons are $65.00 for an hour and $55.00 for 45 minutes. Guitar lessons are based on a sliding scale.
Ben offers shorter lessons (20 or 30 minutes) to children aged seven and younger.
Classes are taught at two separate studio locations, or at the client’s home.
An extra fee is required for in-home lessons, based on location and length of time needed to go to and from the student’s home.
