I would like to say that I just started taking lessons from Steve and he has done a great job in my case. It took a lot of time to find out which instructor would be the best fit both for me as a person and for the type of music that I would like to learn to play. I am in my 40's and starting something new at this age is frustrating, but Steve expresses interest in you as a person and as a player which has made it very easy. In my first four lessons I can actually play a couple of songs that he has taught me. I would recommend him to everyone, no matter your age.