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Gary Frost

Stuart,FL

Summary

As a guitar instructor with a proven track record at Jupiter Academy of Music and Absolute Music Studios, I excel in curriculum development and adaptive teaching methods. My students range from 5 to 85 years old. I work with beginners and gigging professionals, as well as individuals with various special needs. I am known for collaborating with students to create a personal lesson plan that fits their learning style and skill level. My expertise in the ability to foster strong relationships have significantly contributed to student success, evidenced by their consistent practice habits and improved skills. With over forty years of stage experience as a professional performing guitarist, along with a deep understanding of music theory and application, I am able to share "real world" guitar and performance techniques with every student.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Guitar Instructor

Jupiter Academy of Music
04.2022 - Current
  • Created and distributed invoices to clients to foster timely payment.
  • Assisted clients in preparing for auditions or performances
  • Implemented innovative incentive programs to motivate consistent practice habits among students leading to noticeable improvements in performance skills.
  • Managed studio inventory including instruments, sheet music, and teaching materials ensuring easy access for instructors and students.
  • Developed comprehensive lesson plans, covering music theory, technique, and performance skills for various genres of guitar music.
  • Built rapport with students and family members.
  • Established strong rapport with parents, keeping them informed about student progress and collaborating on strategies to support continued growth at home.
  • Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse teaching methods and adjusting instruction to individual learning styles.
  • Promoted an inclusive learning atmosphere by accommodating diverse cultural backgrounds and learning needs among the student population.

Guitar Instructor

Absolute Music Studios
03.2015 - 04.2022
  • Provided guitar instruction to students of varying age and skill levels.
  • Developed lesson curriculum based on student skill level.
  • Assisted clients in preparing for auditions or performances
  • Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse teaching methods and adjusting instruction to individual learning styles.
  • Established strong rapport with parents, keeping them informed about student progress and collaborating on strategies to support continued growth at home.
  • Implemented innovative incentive programs to motivate consistent practice habits among students leading to noticeable improvements in performance skills.
  • Collaborated with other music instructors to develop interdisciplinary courses that enriched students'' overall musical education experience.
  • Successfully prepared advanced students for participation in regional competitions or college-level music programs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mount Anthony Union High School
Bennington, VT
06.1982

Skills

  • Live Performance Experience
  • Music Theory
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Small Group Instruction
  • One-on-one Instruction
  • Recording Techniques
  • Online Teaching Experience
  • Music History Knowledge
  • Adaptive Teaching Methods
  • Individualized Lesson Planning
  • Curriculum Development Expertise
  • Fretboard Memorization Techniques
  • Fingerstyle Guitar Proficiency
  • Electric Guitar Proficiency
  • Picking Hand Techniques
  • Guitar Setup Expertise

Timeline

Guitar Instructor

Jupiter Academy of Music
04.2022 - Current

Guitar Instructor

Absolute Music Studios
03.2015 - 04.2022

High School Diploma -

Mount Anthony Union High School
Gary Frost