Derek VS

Austin, TX

Guitar Lessons, Bass Guitar Lessons, Keyboard and Piano Lessons, Song Writing Lessons, Record Engineer Produce

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Experiance 10+ Years

About Me

Derek V has been teaching music professionally since 2000. Specialties include guitar/ mandolin/ bass/ banjo and music production. He has given private and group lessons as an adjunct professor at the University of Colorado and Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado. He has also taught private lessons via Brooklyn Music Lessons in New York City, The Lesson Studio in Colorado, and online with Strumschool.com. Derek has also traveled the country giving live electronic instrumentation workshops using the music software "Ableton Live." Having played in over 100 bands, he is comfortable in dozens of musical genres, but enjoys teaching modern rock, classic rock, folk, pop, country, heavy metal, bluegrass, funk, jazz, classical and music theory.

Derek VS has over 10+ years of music experience in the Austin area.

Derek VS is proficient in and teaches Guitar Lessons, Bass Guitar Lessons, Keyboard and Piano Lessons, Song Writing Lessons, Record Engineer Produce .

Formal Education:

Derek holds a B.M. in Guitar Performance from the University of Colorado, and a B.M. in Music Production from Middle Tennessee State University.

Private Education:

Derek took private guitar lessons on a weekly basis from the age of 12 until 25.

Performing Experience:

Derek has toured the country for several years now, with notable performances at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado, the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco, and The Fillmore in New York City.

Experience Teaching:

He has given private and group lessons as an adjunct professor at the University of Colorado and Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado. He has also taught private lessons via Brooklyn Music Lessons in New York City, The Lesson Studio in Colorado, and online with Strumschool.com. Derek has also traveled the country giving live electronic instrumentation workshops using the music software "Ableton Live."

Guitar, Bass Guitar & More Lessons in Austin, TX

Derek VS is a highly experienced Guitar, Bass Guitar & More instructor based in Austin, TX, offering personalized lessons designed to meet the needs of students at every skill level. With extensive teaching experience, Derek VS has successfully guided students of all ages in developing strong musical foundations and advanced skills. Derek VS specializes in developing proper technique, improving musical understanding, and helping students progress through structured lesson plans.

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

If you're looking for high-quality Guitar, Bass Guitar & More lessons in Austin, Derek VS offers flexible scheduling options, including both in-person and online sessions.

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