Berklee College of Music graduate Gregg Smith is a music teacher in and around the Washington DC area. Online lessons are also available now through the live video chat software Skype. He plays and offers drum lessons, guitar lessons, piano lessons and bass lessons. Musical tastes cover everything from Rock, Pop, Classical, Rap, Metal and New Age. Gregg offers a unique approach to teaching that stems from his years of studying yoga, fitness, meditation and music theory. "I learned so many ways to do things the wrong way that were just set backs down the road for me musically, it's not that my teachers weren't teaching me anything, but just maybe not the best approach. My goal is to help you the student avoid as many of these pitfalls as possible."
Music lessons are custom tailored to fit the students need at a pace they can handle, covering a wide base of subjects ranging from conducting to notation, ear training, and music theory. Focus will be on correct posture, breathing, form and execution, which are necessary for good blood flow, flexibility and stamina that in the end will help avoid injury and progress musical advancement.
Gregg has a degree in Music Technology and can help with educating the student in the art of recording and/or the building of an in home recording studio. He has worked as a sales associate at Guitar Center and can help with the selection of the right equipment that will work for your needs. Arrangements can be made for lessons at your home or at Gregg's studio in Woodbridge, VA.
