Cameron W.

About Me

Cameron Cameron is a multi-instrumentalist, educator, and composer with over 25 years of experience teaching piano, guitar, music theory, and improvisation. He holds a Master’s degree in Music and has worked with students of all ages and levels, from complete beginners to working professionals. Cameron specializes in helping self-taught musicians connect the dots, overcome creative blocks, and develop both technical skills and artistic voice. His teaching blends classical discipline with a deep love of jazz, rock, metal, and songwriting. Whether you’re looking to read music, write your own, or simply get back in touch with your instrument—Cameron brings patience, insight, and a holistic approach to every lesson.

Cameron W. has over 25+ yrs years of music experience in the Kansas City area.

Cameron W. is proficient in and teaches Guitar Lessons, Bass Guitar Lessons, Keyboard and Piano Lessons, Song Writing Lessons, Orchestral Lessons .

Formal Education:

MA, Music Theory/Composition, Truman State University BME (Bachelors of Music Education) Olivet College Jazz Studies, California State University Bakersield

Private Education:

Dr. Doug Davis (Former student of Nadia Boulanger.) Kenny Werner (Author of "Effortless Master" (Artist in residence UCLA) Graduate of Harriett Schok School of Songwriting at Los Angeles Song Writers Workshop

Performing Experience:

1985 "Class Action" Holiday Inn Circuit. Los Vegas Style Lounger 1986-87 "The Press" Keyboard-centric dance floor funk, Central Valley, CA club circuit 1 "AfterShocck" Late 80's dance/funk (lots of programming early samplers...ahhhh!) 1" 1 'Round Midnite," Real Book jazz trio 1 "Prisoners of Love," Hybrid Cumbia/Funk ensemble 2 "Jerry Becker Quartet" Played piano with aforementioned radio personality. Mostly straight ahead jazz.

Experience Teaching:

Bakersfield, Community College, (Class Piano, Music Appreciation, Music Technology Lab.) Kern County Superintendent of Schools, Alt Ed. 9-12, Media Arts INstructor Smart Adult Piano. ( Online on my own platform, focused on adults wanting to learn to improvise and the theory behind it.) Smart Adult Piano (Physical Location) Although the named had not changed was happy to teach a lot of kids and young adults from the area. K-5 Los Vegas Public Schools (Elementary School--Orff Based Curriculum.; Horizon Academy, Private School for learners with language issues. I.e. Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, etc. Smithville Music, Smithville, MO Private Piano, Guitar, Bass, Ukulele Instrutor. Keys of Joy Studio, Lawrence, KS. Assisted with guitar curriculum and taught Simply Music Levels 1 and 2

Guitar, Bass Guitar & More Lessons in Kansas City, MO

In Kansas City, MO, Cameron W. provides expert Guitar, Bass Guitar & More instruction, helping students build confidence and achieve their musical goals through customized lessons. Over the years, Cameron W. has helped numerous students progress from beginners to confident performers through consistent and focused instruction. Each session focuses on skill development, musical expression, and long-term growth tailored to the student’s goals.

What You'll Learn:

Core Guitar, Bass Guitar & More skills and advanced techniques
Music theory application in real playing scenarios
Performance preparation and stage confidence

Start your Guitar, Bass Guitar & More journey in Kansas City with Cameron W. and benefit from professional instruction tailored to your learning style.