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James W.

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I have over 15 years as a Teacher. I teach Music and the Arts, Business of Music, and also provide success coaching when a student needs it. I use a holistic approach in teaching students that is effective and puts students on the path to success. I assess your level of where you are at now, and find out what your needs are and help you to fulfill your goals. I want you to do well and progress in your studies as quickly as possible. I help students get it right the first time and advance...

I have over 15 years as a Teacher. I teach Music and the Arts, Business of Music, and also provide success coaching when a student needs it. I use a holistic approach in teaching students that is effective and puts students on the path to success. I assess your level of where you are at now, and find out what your needs are and help you to fulfill your goals. I want you to do well and progress in your studies as quickly as possible. I help students get it right the first time and advance their skillset. When I feel a student is ready I will open opportunities up for them when appropriate.

I have studied Music at The Musicians Institute in Hollywood and a degree in Arts and Sciences from Danforth Technical. With my AA Degree in Counseling from Berkeley I use skills to help students overcome things tat are holding them back and help them to get to the place where they wish to be in their lives. This is beneficial to their self esteem and accelerates their ability to be confident in life and in business. By sharing a love of the arts and sciences I believe this enriches the learning experience.

We never stop learning. You want to get there faster. No problem. I will show you the way and you will have fun and increase retention rate for all subjects you choose to study with me. Best of all, we have fun.


Education

Danforth Technical
Arts and Sciences
UC Berekeley
Other
Musicians Institute (GIT)
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Composition (Music)

Composition (Music)

I teach students how to apply the music theory to songwriting in the modern era of 2025, and beyond. You learn how to think and how to approach your composing so things get done quickly. You are a budding Composer? Your original work of music, either vocal or instrumental, needs structure and a process of creating that simply works for you. I teach you this and more.
Ear Training

Ear Training

I studied at Musicians Institute in Hollywood CA. I affirm that Ear training is Hearing Everything Clear as a Bell; and going from thinking to knowing what to do next. I teach you how to get on the path to knowing instantly what it is. I explain what the steps are so you have a method to achieve your goals. This is for both music appreciation and practical application. Hearing is believing and achieving greatness.
Guitar

Guitar

I have studied Music at The Musicians Institute in Hollywood and worked in Guitar Teaching Capacity for years and used the Guitar as a main tool for musical Expression for over 15 years. I am currently signed to a Record Label Deal in Nashville with my spouse with an album on Apple Music and all outlets for Music Distribution. My expertise goes beyond the standards set by M.I. and includes a knowledge base that is encyclopedic in nature covering all aspects of a working Professional Musician.
Music History

Music History

Extensive knowledge of Western Contemporary Music History and Theory coming in at a complete advanced level. I am excelled at Composition, Circle of 4ths and 5ths, Knowledge of the History of Music since the Beginning of Time - from Bach to Pop and Urban and Beyond. I know Transposing, and Recording both in Professional Studio and Home Studio as it pertains to making a living both as an artist and session musician. I use my extensive knowledge of Music History every week in my weekly radio talk show on JCA Radio.
Music Production

Music Production

Self Taught Self Starter: Trained By Apple Technicians and PC Technicians since 1997 at MSN. Learning with daily study (for over 8 Years) and taught by working Professionals with 45 years experience as Musicians and Producers. I am able to pass on in depth amount of information to students.
Music Theory

Music Theory

Professional and pleasant demeanor • Good communication with students and team members • Organized scheduling of lessons, meetings and time sensitive commitments • Dynamic, high quality lesson plans prepared for student’s needs • Value added materials to supplement learning from lessons • Ability to successfully close lesson subscriptions • Experience working online leading groups • Ability to keep a digital log of student participation and progress • Professional, industry level guitar proficiency • Mastery of acoustic and electric guitar in a variety of styles • Ability to teach and play Guitar and Music Theory at advanced levels for 10+ years to students of all ages from all backgrounds • Formal music training through Musicians Institute in Hollywood, CA • Understanding of expectations for live & recording musicians • Advanced Mac user • USA based
Songwriting

Songwriting

Studied Songwriting since 2000. Lead Co-Writer in Bristol Kids Band and as Solo artist. Learned at M.I. and from real world experience in bands. ASCAP Member. Signed to Label based on writing skills.
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