Hi! I’m Jairus Withrow (aka Mr. Withrow), and I’m so excited that you’re here and interested in having your child take private guitar lessons. Guitar is such a beautiful, powerful, and versatile instrument. I’ve been teaching students of all ages for over 10 years (more info about myself below), and I’ve never ceased to be amazed at the most excellent experiences and creative skills it brings into their lives!
Here's some major benefits from learning to play guitar:
Improved fine motor skills & increased vocabulary
Enhanced auditory/music awareness
Expanded memorization ability & graphics comprehension
Developed creative & problem solving skills
Improved cooperative learning, and
Preparation for playing in a band or ensemble
“Guitar has given my son the opportunity to be creative—to know how to express himself. We actually have to pull him out of his room because he loves playing so much! And when he performs, we really can see just how good Mr. Withrow’s instruction is!”
I’ve been playing guitar for over 20 years, have recorded multiple albums (both solo and with my band Bus Seven), play stages with thousands of spectators (I play large venues weekly), and am an active songwriter who collaborates with artists from all over the world. I’ve got a ton of experience and I infuse all of that into my teaching. I teach in a way that prepares my students for real world experiences and cuts out any fluff. I’m passionate about finding out what inspires my students to play, then using that as a catapult to launch them forward in learning the technique, skills, and theory that professional musicians use day in and day out.
Contact: Jairus Withrow, hello@myguitarband.com
Teaching Options:
Mr. Withrow’s home studio right at Hwy 30 and Northwest Hwy. Very close!
At your home (extra cost for home visits, see below for details)
Curriculum: Guitar Band Curriculum and tablature of popular songs. "One On One" online lesson material with Practice Tracks.
Equipment: Students must have at each lesson...
A guitar (If purchasing a guitar, Click here for sizing help. Preferably should have some kind of case as well)
A bag of Medium Picks
Tuner (preferably a clip-on tuner. Check them out on the Guitar & Accessories page)
Pocket folder or binder to hold their music.
Cancellation policy: a cancelled lesson may be made up if notice is given at least one day before the scheduled lesson day. If a lesson is cancelled on the same day that it is to be given, the lesson can only be made up if there was a true emergency.
Cost: $30, $45, or $60 per session (30min, 45min, or 60 min). Lessons are purchased in blocks of 5 during the summer and blocks of 10 during the school year. Note: for lessons at your home, add on $15/visit
Sign up: the next step is to view the schedule, pick a time, and then email Mr. Withrow with that time and your preferred lesson length and teaching option. View the schedule here. Email: hello@myguitarband.com