Private Music Lessons in Sanford, FL

Brian Hayes has been providing guitar, bass and piano lessons since 1996. His playing experience includes over 25 years in electric, acoustic and nylon string guitar in the styles of rock, metal, classical and flamenco and has been formally trained in the areas of classical guitar and classical piano. Through his years of teaching experience, Brian has perfected step-by-step methods for beginner to advanced guitar and piano, reflecting the variety of styles in his musical background. In addition to instructional books, teaching materials include: progress sheets for keeping detailed records of the student’s progress, chord and scale diagrams, rhythm exercises with various strumming and finger-style patterns, complete scale program starting from beginner, working up to advanced and music theory materials. I take pride in providing people of all ages with the musical skills that will last them a lifetime.

I teach (in person or online) out of my studio in beautiful Sebastian , Florida. I have been teaching music since 1989 and have played in orchestras since 4th grade and currently play the cello in church...my whole family is musical! My parents are both professional musicians, so I grew up around music! My goal is to share my love of music with students of all ages by making lessons fun!! I teach using traditional methods, tailored to the student's specific interests. I am a former preschool teacher and minored in music. I am very patient and enjoy the challenge each new student brings and love teaching children and adults alike. I look forward to meeting you....its always a good time to learn and it's never too late! 🎹🎶🎻

**** IF YOU LIVE OUTSIDE OF THE ORLANDO FLORIDA AREA I WOULD BE PROVIDING VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION FOR YOU OR YOUR STUDENT! FOR FASTER RESPONSES PLEASE DM ON INSTAGRAM**** I use a very student centric approach to teaching. Instead of laying out a preset curriculum, I allow my students to choose songs, genres or artists for their own learning material. My instruction will include the fundamentals that are necessary in any style/genre of playing, but I feel that by learning songs my students enjoy they can enjoy the process of learning and feel much more satisfied after they've mastered a concept or tune. As an independent instructor, I offer more personalized instruction that caters to each student's individual learning style. For both my online and in-person students, my instruction comes with additional practice materials that include custom PDF documents with tab and/or staff notation, YouTube links and even custom made videos that summarize the concepts covered in our sessions. I love being able to connect with my students and share my passion for music. As a professional musician, I take pride in seeing my students grow and develop their own artistic voices on their instruments. I offer discounts for my online services, college students who are enrolled in a music program and for students who want to take multiple lessons per week.

I work and strive to make others have fun. Music is something special. It is a universal language and there are so many forms of expression. My students need to have fun with what they are learning and I develop curriculum around them. That light bulb a student has over their head when they get something. I also create a curriculum based on my students wants and needs. I have been instructed by many seasonal performers throughout my years, and I have learned how to adjust myself to communicate with other musicians. I strive for my students to be well-versed and not only reading music, but also being able to pick up playing by ear , so whatever goals that you are having whether it’s to succeed in an audition, be fearless and karaoke, or audition for college or even a Broadway show or reality TV, I have the tools to guide you toward your goals.