FAQ

How do I reach James?

--You can call or text him at (917) 670-9846.

Where does he teach in New York City?

--James teaches in his students’ homes in many neighborhoods of Manhattan. Give him a call to find out if he travels to your area.

Does he help students write songs?

—Yes, all the time. He also teaches students how to record and produce songs using Garageband and Logic.

Does James teach his students music theory?

—He doesn't teach music theory the standard way, which revolves around the memorization of a lot of scales and chord patterns; instead, James ties it in with songs he’s showing students, and the discussion grows out of those songs rather than being academic and theoretical. That way it’s easier for a student to comprehend and remember what they’re learning.

Do students ever travel to him?

--No, at this point James teaches exclusively in people's homes.

What's the age range of the students he teaches?

--James teaches students 10 years old and up.

Am I too old to learn guitar? 

 --No, you’re not. Quite a few students James teaches started playing guitar later in life and fell in love with it. It enriches their lives tremendously.

What levels of guitar does James teach?

—He teaches all levels of guitar.

Does he ever teach people who don't own a guitar when they start lessons? Does James provide guidance about equipment selection in that situation?

—Yes, he does! It happens frequently, and James always says to prospective students who don’t own a guitar not to go out and buy one before the first lesson. One of the things James discusses with those students at the end of a first lesson is what kind of guitar to get and where to get it.