Hello
Friends,
No matter where you are in life, if you love
to listen to Bluegrass Style Banjo and have always wanted to learn to play, now
is always the best time. Wishing you had taken up this magical instrument long
ago or putting off your dream of playing the banjo will not get you what you
desire, but taking the first step could set you on the road to a life-long
journey of musical satisfaction beyond your expectations. Choosing the right
teacher will help you make the most of your investment.
My name is Richie Dotson and I professionally teach Bluegrass
Banjo, Guitar and Mandolin. I have limited openings, and only until I sell my house,
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CONSIDERING A PROFESSIONAL?
Weighing your options when you are choosing a private instructor is
important. Choosing the right teacher can help you make the most of your
time and money.
A good instructor is able to customize a flexible lesson plan to meet
your individual needs, not just feed you drills and musical pieces that
may not even interest you. Exercises and other drills that build
muscle memory and help form foundational skills are necessary, but they
aren’t the total package. Having an instructor who is flexible enough to
allow you to work with music you like helps you learn faster and with
better retention than drills and exercises alone.
Recognizing individual differences
and knowing how to find ways to motivate and bring out the natural
talent possessed by students of all ages and ability levels is a trait
you should look for in an instructor.
If this sounds like the type of
person you are looking for to help lead you into the wonderful world of
Bluegrass Banjo, then I would love to be your Teacher!
MY EXPERIENCE
I began playing banjo in 1976 at the age of 9, and during my teenage
years I spent a great deal of time traveling with Bluegrass and Gospel
bands, playing on local radio and television shows in Kentucky, West
Virginia, Virginia and Ohio, and working part time as a studio musician.
I began teaching banjo at the age of twenty and have had the privilege
to lead workshops and teach with professional musicians like: Bill
Keith, Bill Evans, Ron Block, Sierra Hull, Megan Lynch and others.
I have the experience, patience and knowledge as well as the real world
performing experience and teaching skills necessary to become your personal guide
into the exciting world that is Bluegrass Banjo.
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MORE DETAILS
Building each new lesson on the back of the last and placing great
emphasis on accuracy and confidence, each student will be encouraged to
develop their new-found skills by engaging other musicians at or near
their own levels during the occasional (and strictly voluntary)
“Student Gathering” sessions. This begins to build confidence, reinforce
the materials learned during the private lessons, and allows you to swap
ideas and make new musical friends.
Real music is studied using real Bluegrass songs. The highlights of each
lesson are recorded for you to take home and study when it is
convenient. Video cameras or other recording devices are welcome at each
private lesson or gathering and you are encouraged to participate
in the customization of your own lessons by bringing in music that you like and want to study.
DURATION AND FEES
Lessons are conducted on a weekly basis and at the same scheduled time
each week in order to establish structure and to help you obtain your
musical goals. They are only $20.00 they last for 30 minutes. The
lessons are challenging but build skills one at a time and at a pace
that is comfortable to you.
If you think that I can help guide you down the road to your musical
goals, please call or e-mail today and ask how you can get started
tomorrow!
Click Here to view my Availability
First come, first served, so please call or
e-mail to reserve your spot. I look forward to building your musical
knowledge as well as strengthening your existing skills.
Lessons are
weekly, the slots are 30 minutes and the cost is only $20.00 each.
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