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Dana S.
Bettendorf, IA

Guitar Lessons


Studio or Webcam

40 Years

About Me

I have been teaching electric and acoustic guitar for over 35 years and can definitely help players of any style – beginner to advanced – achieve their musical goals. If you are wanting to play or improve your skills I don’t believe you will find a better teacher in the Midwest. Levels Taught:  Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Along with being a songwriter, performer, and recording artist, I have extensive experience teaching rock and classical guitar. We can focus on technique, reading music in standard or tablature, music theory, improvisation, or simply learning your favorite songs. The bottom line is making sure you meet your objectives! I will do my very best to get you playing the songs you love in Pop, Rock, Folk or Jazz. I have spent my life studying the guitar. Whether you are wanting to play for personal enjoyment or want to become a Rock Star, the skills I have learned from some of the best guitarists in the world can definitely help you achieve your goals. I have attended masterclasses held by world famous classical guitarist Christopher Parkening and taken lessons from Norbert Kraft, John Sutherland, David Brandon, Philip Keiler and Michael Daher – former president of the Winnipeg Classical Guitar Society. Some of my favorite guitarists include Brian May, Jeff Beck, Eric Johnson, Alex Lifeson, Eddie Van Halen, Randy Bachman, John Williams and Julian Bream. For teachers looking to improve their skills I will be demonstrating the latest editions of my Guitar System method at the upcoming Illinois Music Education Conference in Peoria, Illinois – January 26-28, 2017.

Dana S. has over 40 years of music experience in the Bettendorf area.

Dana S. is proficient in and teaches Guitar Lessons .

Degree and Field of Study:

Audio EngineerMay 1999
The Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences

Award Name:

1st Place Senior Classical GuitarMarch 1983
Winnipeg Music Festival

What to expect in my Guitar Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

Professional level guitar lessons.



Formal Education:

Conservatory of Recording Arts and Science, Tempe, AZ

Private Education:

Guitar Master Classes-Music Theory-Composition.

Performing Experience:

Rock groups and solo Classical Guitar.-40 years.

Experience Teaching:

Private guitar lessons for the past 40 years. Published 7 guitar books including the 4-volume Guitar System method.

Age Group Taught:
  • Young Adult Adult Child
Genres Taught:
  • Rock
  • Pop
  • Musical Theater
  • Metal
  • Folk
  • Blues
  • Jazz
  • Classical
  • Country
  • Acoustic
  • Christian
  • R&B
  • Gospel
Lessons Locations:
  • Teacher 's Studio
  • Webcam
Availability:
Day Start Time End Time Detailed View
Mon 10:00am 12:00pm View
Tue 10:00am 12:00pm View
Wed 10:00am 12:00pm View
Thu 10:00am 12:00pm View
Fri 10:00am 12:00pm View
Sat off off View
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Last updated on 04/01/2022
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Points of Interest in Lower Manhattan
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Dana Starkell Review

Dana has been working with my father for over a year now. He is the BEST. My dad who is very modest in nature enjoys his time with him and allows him to continue to pursue his love of music. I would recommend Dana to anyone. Patrick Lynch wrote on Sat, 11 Nov 2017

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