specialize in classical guitar,classic rock, acoustic fingerstyle and surf.

I've been teaching on and off for 11 years including marching percussion, orchestral percussion and drum set. My primary focus is rock, jazz, and blues drum set. My goal is to have well-rounded players who are familiar with various styles. I also feel it is important to learn practical things like tuning, cymbal and head selection, etc. so that the student not only plays well, but sounds good. I play in the rock band Hail Architect and have played in various blues and rock bands in the Twin Cities over the last six years.

AAS Degree; McNally Smith College in Guitar Performance. Because I've been playing guitar for 13 years I realize there are many ways of learning, especially guitar. My goal is to teach the student to practice and teach themselves to reach their musical goals. I will teach the student to use song structure and chords to further their own songwriting style. I teach most styles including: Jazz, Blues, Fingerstyle.

I've been teaching guitar and bass for over nine years. I play in a band called People are Magnets and have a solo recording project called Gnomedirty. In 2005, I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in music from the University of St. Thomas (classical guitar performance). I teach students of all ages and ability levels. To contact me, send me an e-mail or call Twin Town guitars.

I started playing drums when I was in 6th grade, about 20 years ago. When it was time to join the school band, I wanted to try the saxophone, but my best friend was convinced that she wanted to "bang the drums." We were inseparable and she was the bossy one, so I conceded and chose to play the drums too. After starting the band, I knew my friend was onto something because I LOVED playing the drums and became a fanatic at an early age. My best friend quit the school band in middle school but I always thank her for convincing me to "bang the drums" and, in turn, develop a life-long passion. Throughout high school, I played in Concert band, Marching band, Jazz band, and my own rock bands while taking private lessons throughout. The summer after high school, I joined a regional all-drum Drum Corp, called "Su Fu Du," which performed nearly every weekend that summer. Since then, I have traveled all over the country and internationally with various touring rock bands performing everywhere from small clubs to House of Blues'. I perform locally about twice a month with my current band, The Evening Rig. Teaching lessons is relatively new to me but receiving lessons is not. I know what worked well for me when I was taking lessons and want to share that experience with my own students. I strive for a unique and personal journey through the musical path that the student wants to take. From expanding knowledge received in school band, to experimenting with their own musical endeavors.

Hi, my name is Heather, I'm 25 years old. I have been playing and performing music my whole life. I just graduated from ARCC with an AFA degree in music-guitar performance. I also have a background in piano and vocal performance. I plan to continue my education in music until I have earned at least a masters degree and can teach at a college level. The genre I specialize in is classical guitar, but can teach any style the student wants. After the student has mastered the basic fundamentals of reading and understanding music we can then move into the musical style they choose. I teach all ages and all ability levels. No one is ever too old or too experienced to learn something new.

Hi. I've been playing guitar for 18 years, teaching professionally for 6. I have played a wide variety of genres, from gypsy jazz to thrash metal. My strengths as a teacher lie in my ability to teach the fundamentals of guitar and music theory to younger students (as young as 6), as well as my ability to customize lesson plans to accommodate older student's tastes. I also play bass for those adventurous souls drawn to the lower end of the music spectrum.

Allison combines traditional teaching methods, music theory and improv techniques to help strengthen students overall relationship with music while focusing on either voice or piano. Lessons are fun, focused, and will assist students in accomplishing any musical goal. Allison holds a BA in Music from Augsburg college and has an extensive background in the theater including acting, choreography, directing and producing. Her true performance passion is singing and she can be seen throughout the Twin Cities with various projects. Allison is also the founder of a non-profit organization committed to providing quality programming in the creative arts.

I have been involved with music my whole life whether it was playing piano,clarinet or singing in choirs. Music is my passion and it is what I want to be doing for the rest of my life. I am a junior at North Central University and am pursuing a BA in Vocal Performance and plan on getting my teaching license after I graduate. In my lessons I will focus on you, and what you want to accomplish with your voice while infusing my passion of music to help you get to where you want to be. I have studied music theory and vocal techniques so that I can improve the overall quality of your voice. I have studied a wide variety of music including: classical, pop, folk, jazz and broadway/show-tunes and I am willing to explore new genres to fit your personality.

I bought my first steel guitar, an old Sho-Bud, back in '92. I set it up and never put it away. I learned by playing along with songs and artists that inspired me to sit behind the steel and find the stuff I was hearing. There was a lot of Buck Owens and other west coast 60's country...featuring Ralph Mooney on steel; the Nashville players like Hal Rugg, Buddy Emmons, Jimmy Day, Curly Chalker, etc; The Byrds, Doug Sahm, and other 60's country rockers; 70's stuff from Waylon, Neil Young,etc; alt country players like Eric Heywood, Lloyd Maines, Greg Leisz .....anything with steel catches my ear. I love the sound and what it adds and continue to try to find the stuff that I'm hearing. I don't know theory well enough to teach it, but I can help you with the basics and help you find stuff on the E9th neck. I've also learned from playing on stage with a number of twin citites bands and spent some time in recording studios. I'm new to teaching but look forward to giving it a try. I'm best suited to give beginning lessons and inspire new players. If you love pedal steel like I do, we can have fun figuring it out and I might even share some of my record collection to inspire you.

Hi, I'm Mark Wade. I have been playing both upright bass and bass guitar for 18 years. I have played in many professional orchestras including The South Dakota Symphony Orchestra. I currently play in The Melismatics (a rock band the tours internationally and has acquired national radio airplay; in 2005 they received a Minnesota Music Award for best rock album). I teach all genres including rock, blues, jazz, classical, funk, punk and more. just ask.

I've been playing music all my life and have been teaching guitar for 20 years now. I am an active performing and recording musician and songwriter and have experience in rock, jazz, blues, classical and many other types of music. I have a very flexible teaching style and enjoy working with students of all ages and skill levels. Please check out my links for more info and musical samples!

Hi, I am Tim. I am 30 years old and have been playing the drums since age 13. I've been teaching since age 17. I love all sorts of music and have played many styles over the years: from rock and pop to jazz, latin, metal, punk, electronic, and experimental music. My interest as a teacher is to help my students pursue what inspires them and enjoy the process of learning. Some of my current bands include: Fog, Squid Fist, and HeatdeatH.

Hi. I'm Jeremy Ylvisaker. I've been playing guitar for 25 years. Some artists whose recordings I've been a part of recently include Andrew Bird, Eyedea & Abilities, Why?, Dosh, Fog, and Hockey Night making a variety of sounds from fingerstyle guitar, to feedback, pedal steel, bass, keyboards, found sounds, and in some cases engineering and producing. I've been nominated for Minnesota music awards as a guitar player and as a keyboard player and I've appeared on the David Letterman show and the Conan O'Brien show. As a teacher I am a good match for people who want to learn their favorite rock songs, people who write music and want to add new chords and voicings to what they already do, and players of all levels who are looking for ideas.

Classical pianist Kate McNulty has been studying piano since age 8. She holds a Bachelor’s in Music from Skidmore College and is currently working toward a Masters of Music Education at the University of St. Thomas. After spending three years in the New York City public school system teaching General Music, Piano, and Chorus, Kate moved to the Twin Cities in 2008 and is now the accompanist and assistant conductor for the Blaine Cluster Elementary Honors Choir. Her approach to piano pedagogy consists of three prongs, with focuses on music theory, technique, and musical development.

Hi, I'm Lila. I've been playing guitar since high school, originally inspired by listening to a local rock station on the East Coast. After college I moved to California and completed the Musicians Institute of Technology Professional Guitar program, then arrived in Minneapolis to join the local music scene. Through the years I have played, performed, and recorded with various types of rock bands, mostly original music ranging from grunge and hard rock to pop and fusion-influenced odd-meter rock. Recently I've been exploring fingerstyle and writing acoustic instrumentals. I am excited to be teaching guitar. My students range in age from children to people in their 50's and beyond. I find that each student is unique, and I aim to tailor my lessons according to the way the student learns best, and his or her musical taste.