My 16-year-old son has been Ryan’s student for almost 2 years now and I cannot say enough good things about Ryan as a guitar teacher. I am thrilled with my son’s progress from a completely shy, introverted novice to a much more confident guitar student eager to take on challenging music and techniques. I am extremely pleased that Ryan teaches standard notation as opposed to guitar tablature. I was taught guitar tabs many years ago but nothing really stuck. I love that my son can pick up a sheet of music and understand how to read and play the notes with correct rhythm and timing. Ryan has a wonderfully encouraging teaching style, offering constructive critique while giving practical direction on how to correct mistakes and improve technique. Ryan always has a positive attitude and his passion for guitar is evident. He is a true professional with a caring demeanor; responding to texts in a timely manner, always running on time for lessons, and being flexible with scheduling. Ryan even made a home visit for a lesson after my son had foot surgery and was not very mobile! I am extremely happy with Ryan’s instruction, teaching style, and competence. I highly recommend him as a guitar teacher.
-Audrey M