Guitar, Piano, Music Technology Lessons
ABOUT STEVON'S GUITAR LESSONS.
Q: Who are Stevon's guitar lessons for?
A: Children and Adults - Stevon's lessons are one to one for beginners, intermediates and professionals.
Some have become successful, professional musicians and range from celebrities and international recording artists to those who want to learn a few chords and play for fun.
Q: What will guitar lessons be like?
A: Stevon's lessons last up to an hour in the comfort of your own home or work place. He will tailor them to suit your individual needs aiming to get you playing the music you want as soon as possible with or without learning to read music. Stevon is a friendly, experienced, patient and supportive teacher. In his lessons you'll focus on technique and a holistic approach to music.
Q: How will I know I'm making progress?
A: Through discussion, verbal feedback and evaluation, exam success and simply by hearing yourself improve.
The Telegraph Online says 'New Research suggests that regularly playing an instrument changes the shape and the power of the brain and may be used in therapy to improve cognitive skills'
A NOTE FOR PARENTS
Parents who are considering guitar lessons for their child will also be pleased to know that playing music increases memory capacity, refines time management, organisational and team skills, enhances reading, comprehension and coordination, teaches perseverance and increases responsibility.
Studies have shown that students who play instruments are often better in maths and achieve higher grades in school than students who don't. [Scource: Friedman, B. [1959] An evaluation of the achievement in reading and arithmetic of pupils in elementary schools instrumental classes. Dissertation Abstracts International, 20, pp.s 3662-3663.]
A NOTE FOR ADULTS WHO ARE THINKING ABOUT HAVING GUITAR LESSONS
Learning the guitar and playing music is a great stress buster. It can help us maintain inner peace and tranquility in our hectic, modern lifestyles.
Playing guitar will make you feel good about yourself as your sense of purpose and confidence grows.
You'll feel more connected, culturally aware, and satisfied.
'I aim to inspire a life long love of music in my students'
Stevon has over 40 years professional guitar teaching experience and currently teaches privately and at Eaton House Schools in London.
He also teaches Piano/Keyboards, Bass Guitar, Ukelele, Mandolin, Banjo, Songwriting and Composition.
He teaches a wide range of ages and abilities some of his students having gone on to perform professionally and in London's West End.
In addition to his guitar teaching, Stevon also Drums/Percussion and Music Technology. He's happy to work with students preparing for exams or to play for fun. He has helped students gain Music Scholarships to Harrow School and Millfield School.
Stevon also coaches Royal Shakespeare Company performers and can support his students through music grades and diplomas. Stevon's students perform in London’s West End and through his guidance have gained music scholarships to Harrow School and Millfield School.
Stevon is DBS checked and can provide contracts, references, receipts and offer reductions on block bookings.
Q: Who are Stevon's guitar lessons for?
A: Children and Adults - Stevon's lessons are one to one for beginners, intermediates and professionals.
Some have become successful, professional musicians and range from celebrities and international recording artists to those who want to learn a few chords and play for fun.
Q: What will guitar lessons be like?
A: Stevon's lessons last up to an hour in the comfort of your own home or work place. He will tailor them to suit your individual needs aiming to get you playing the music you want as soon as possible with or without learning to read music. Stevon is a friendly, experienced, patient and supportive teacher. In his lessons you'll focus on technique and a holistic approach to music.
Q: How will I know I'm making progress?
A: Through discussion, verbal feedback and evaluation, exam success and simply by hearing yourself improve.
The Telegraph Online says 'New Research suggests that regularly playing an instrument changes the shape and the power of the brain and may be used in therapy to improve cognitive skills'
A NOTE FOR PARENTS
Parents who are considering guitar lessons for their child will also be pleased to know that playing music increases memory capacity, refines time management, organisational and team skills, enhances reading, comprehension and coordination, teaches perseverance and increases responsibility.
Studies have shown that students who play instruments are often better in maths and achieve higher grades in school than students who don't. [Scource: Friedman, B. [1959] An evaluation of the achievement in reading and arithmetic of pupils in elementary schools instrumental classes. Dissertation Abstracts International, 20, pp.s 3662-3663.]
A NOTE FOR ADULTS WHO ARE THINKING ABOUT HAVING GUITAR LESSONS
Learning the guitar and playing music is a great stress buster. It can help us maintain inner peace and tranquility in our hectic, modern lifestyles.
Playing guitar will make you feel good about yourself as your sense of purpose and confidence grows.
You'll feel more connected, culturally aware, and satisfied.
'I aim to inspire a life long love of music in my students'
Stevon has over 40 years professional guitar teaching experience and currently teaches privately and at Eaton House Schools in London.
He also teaches Piano/Keyboards, Bass Guitar, Ukelele, Mandolin, Banjo, Songwriting and Composition.
He teaches a wide range of ages and abilities some of his students having gone on to perform professionally and in London's West End.
In addition to his guitar teaching, Stevon also Drums/Percussion and Music Technology. He's happy to work with students preparing for exams or to play for fun. He has helped students gain Music Scholarships to Harrow School and Millfield School.
Stevon also coaches Royal Shakespeare Company performers and can support his students through music grades and diplomas. Stevon's students perform in London’s West End and through his guidance have gained music scholarships to Harrow School and Millfield School.
Stevon is DBS checked and can provide contracts, references, receipts and offer reductions on block bookings.
“Stevon Russell is an accomplished teacher and performer. He has taught pupils at my school for a number of years and has infinite patience in dealing with young children. I am always impressed with the way in which Stevon manages to get pupils to produce great tone on the guitar.” Robin Greenwood, Headteacher, Eaton House The Vale School.