Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Reschedule Lessons If Something Comes Up?

"Absolutely. Life happens, and your guitar progress doesn't stop because of it.

You get one-hour notice rescheduling—not the ridiculous 24-hour requirements other teachers demand. Your personal booking link makes rescheduling instant and effortless.

This means you stay consistent with your guitar journey without scheduling stress interfering with your progress."

How Will I Know If I'm Improving?

"You'll see your transformation clearly through my Shredder Success System.

Every six months, I evaluate your progress across 64 specific guitar skills—from your first chord changes to advanced techniques. You receive a detailed scorecard showing exactly where you've improved and what you're mastering next.

This isn't guesswork. You'll have concrete proof of how you're becoming the guitarist you want to be."

What Equipment Do I Need To Get Started?

"You need five simple things to start your guitar transformation:

• Your guitar

• A comfortable chair

• Computer or laptop (tablets and phones work too)

• Good lighting so I can see your technique

• Readiness to become the player you've always wanted to be

That's it. No expensive equipment, no complicated setup. Just you, your guitar, and the commitment to improve."

What Makes Your Lessons Different From Other Guitar Lessons?

"Three critical differences ensure your success:

First: You're learning from a dedicated teacher, not a gigging musician with divided attention. Your progress is my only focus—no last-minute cancellations because of gigs.

Second: My proven systems transform beginners into confident players. After teaching tens of thousands of lessons, I've perfected the exact path from struggling with chords to playing the songs you love.

Third: You get daily support through Level Up Your Guitar chat. When you're stuck on a technique or confused about a concept, you get immediate help—not waiting until next week's lesson.

The result? You become the guitarist you want to be faster and with less frustration than any other method."

How Often Should I Practice Guitar?

"Daily practice transforms you into the guitarist you want to become—but we're talking 15-20 minutes, not hours.

Consistency beats marathon practice sessions every time. When you play the right exercises daily, you build muscle memory and confidence that compounds rapidly.

Your progress accelerates because you're reinforcing skills before they fade, creating steady improvement that keeps you motivated to continue."

Do You Use A Specific Teaching Method?

"Yes—I use the Level Up Method, developed through teaching thousands of students and writing multiple guitar instruction books.

This system accelerates your progress regardless of your starting level or musical style. You learn songs immediately while I weave in music theory naturally, so you understand why techniques work—not just how to play them.

My goal is simple: help you become a better guitarist than I am. The Level Up Method makes this achievable for every dedicated student."

What Ages And Types Of Music Will You Teach?

"I teach students from age 8 to 80+, from complete beginners to advanced players ready to master new styles.

Musical styles I teach:

• Rock, Blues, Country, Metal

• Progressive, Jazz, Reggae, Funk

• Rap, Fingerstyle, Folk, Worship

• Electronic and Video Game music and beyond

Your musical taste drives your lesson plan. Whether you want to shred metal solos or play acoustic folk songs, we'll build your skills through the music you actually want to play."

What If I Don't Like A Song I'm Learning?

"We switch immediately to something you love.

Life's too short to struggle through songs that don't inspire you. With thousands of songs in my teaching library, we'll find something that gets you excited to pick up your guitar.

Your enthusiasm drives your progress. When you love what you're playing, practice becomes something you want to do, not something you have to do."

Do You Have A Complicated Process For Stopping Lessons?

"One email. That's it.

No complicated cancellation processes, no retention departments, no runaround. Send me an email stating your preference, and you're set.

Your options:

• Pause lessons temporarily

• Stop completely

• Change lesson frequency

• Full refund for unused lessons in your current month

Simple, transparent, and respectful of your time—the way business should be done."