Private Lessons & Coaches in Mequon, WI

Ellen Winters Reynolds is an award winning jazz singer, educator, and vocalist who has been performing and teaching for more than 30 years. Ellen has been the leader of the Ellen Winters Group, as well as a solo performer with other outstanding musicians. She has also been a cast member of award nominated Cabaret theatre productions. She works as a private vocal instructor in Milwaukee as well as Adjunct Faculty at Columbia College Chicago. Her tour schedule is robust, so she can be found performing locally as well as stops nationwide.

For three decades, I've not only played music professionally but shared my passion for guitar with aspiring musicians of all levels. My teaching blends technical mastery with a fun, encouraging environment to help you discover your musical voice. Let's unlock your guitar's potential together!

Music has been my language for over 40 years. I teach guitarists ranging from beginners to advanced intermediate players. If you’re a guitarist who enjoys singing, I also offer instruction in vocal technique and accompaniment styles. As your coach, I can also be your advocate as you pursue live performance opportunities. Additionally, I teach Beginning Electric Bass and Beginning Piano. As a recording artist, my journey has taught me the nuances of musicianship and performance- from technical mastery to creative expression. Now, I guide aspiring musicians to help them find their unique voice. My teaching method is based on over 30 years as a professional guitarist and bassist with rock, jazz and folk music ensembles. I studied at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music in the Jazz Performance Program. While at the conservatory, I also studied Jazz Aural Skills, Music Theory, Composing and Arranging, and Kodaly Musicianship Training. Additionally, I regularly attend continuing music education seminars to keep my skills and my approach to the teaching process fresh. I am a patient teacher who knows how to make music lessons fun. As your teacher, I can help you learn the basics of guitar playing and help you explore the musical styles you enjoy, introducing new songs and coaching you in developing your technique. I teach many beginning guitar students and my approach is to help you develop yourself as a musician on a weekly basis. My studio is in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but I have a successful online/virtual studio with students in five different states.

"Jeremy knows his stuff, he has a wide array of books he uses to teach. He also notes your personal interests and suggests further reading and structures lessons around what you find fascinating. 10/10, would recommend.

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