Business Details
Expert Guitar Lessons in Ann Arbor, MI
With over four decades of guitar experience and 23 years of dedicated teaching, I provide personalized guitar instruction tailored to each student's unique goals and learning style. My approach combines technical expertise with adaptability, serving students from age five to retirement, whether they seek foundational skills, advanced techniques, or creative exploration in songwriting and improvisation. As a performing musician with three albums and extensive band experience, I bring real-world insights to every lesson, fostering both technical proficiency and artistic expression.My teaching philosophy emphasizes patience, encouragement, and flexibility, ensuring students develop confidence while mastering acoustic or electric guitar, music theory, or their favorite songs. Online lessons expand accessibility while maintaining the same personalized guidance that has benefited over 23,000 students through individualized practice resources and continuous support.
Services
Guitar Lessons
Online Lessons
Band Coaching
Songwriting Instruction
Ukulele Lessons
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of professional guitar experience and 23 years of dedicated teaching.
- Our customized approach adapts to each student's unique learning style and musical goals.
- We teach all skill levels from absolute beginners to advanced musicians.
- Online lessons provide flexibility while maintaining personalized instruction.
- Our band coaching develops real-world performance skills through collaborative music-making.
Services
Guitar Lessons
Customized guitar instruction for all skill levels, focusing on technical proficiency and musical expression. Students learn acoustic or electric guitar techniques, music theory, and song interpretation. Lessons adapt to individual goals, whether mastering favorite songs or developing advanced skills.
Online Lessons
Remote guitar lessons offering flexibility while maintaining personalized guidance. Structured sessions include real-time feedback and practice resources. Ideal for students seeking quality instruction without geographical limitations, with scheduling options to accommodate different time zones.
Band Coaching
Collaborative music development for bands and ensembles. Focuses on rhythm synchronization, song arrangement, and live performance techniques. Includes band formation assistance and skill development through group dynamics, drawing from decades of professional band experience.
Songwriting Help
Guidance in developing original music and lyrical composition. Covers song structure, melody creation, and recording techniques. Designed for students wanting to create personal music portfolios or refine existing compositions with professional feedback.
Ukulele Lessons
Specialized instruction for ukulele players of all ages. Focuses on chord transitions, strumming patterns, and instrument-specific techniques. Particularly beneficial for younger students or those transitioning to guitar, with adaptable lesson plans for different skill levels.
People
Dave Buehrer
Guitar Instructor
Professional guitarist with 45+ years experience and 23 years teaching. Holds BA in Sociology, studied music formally, and maintains active performance career. Teaches customized lessons for ages 5 to adult, specializing in multiple genres and techniques.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
I teach students from age 5 through retirement age, with customized approaches for different developmental stages and learning needs.
Do you offer online lessons?
Yes, virtual lessons are available with the same personalized instruction as in-person sessions. Contact for scheduling options.
What styles of music do you teach?
I teach all styles including rock, blues, jazz, folk, and classical. Lessons adapt to each student's musical preferences and goals.
Can you help with band formation?
Yes, I assist with forming bands, coaching existing groups, and organizing summer band camps for collaborative music development.
Do you teach music theory?
Yes, music theory is integrated into lessons as needed, covering scales, chord progressions, and song structure fundamentals.
What instruments do you teach besides guitar?
I also offer instruction in ukulele, bass, and songwriting, with additional support for recording projects and performance techniques.
