Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Guitar Lessons in Tulsa Since 1973
Founded in 1973, our studio has dedicated decades to transforming aspiring guitarists into confident, creative musicians. Our unique teaching methodology combines technical skill development with deep music theory understanding and mental discipline training. With over 36 years of direct instruction experience, including students who've performed professionally and become instructors themselves, we specialize in helping individuals overcome creative blocks and technical limitations. Our curriculum emphasizes practical application of musical concepts across genres, fostering personal style development through structured exercises and real-world performance scenarios.We serve both casual hobbyists seeking emotional expression and serious musicians pursuing professional growth, maintaining a student-centered approach that prioritizes individual progress over standardized metrics. Our teaching philosophy integrates psychological principles to cultivate resilience and creative confidence, recognizing that musical proficiency stems from mindset as much as technical ability.
Services
Private Guitar Instruction
Music Theory Training
Creative Expression Development
Bass Guitar Lessons
Performance Coaching
Skill Assessment
Practice Strategy Development
Genre-Specific Training
Mental Discipline Coaching
Student Progress Tracking
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- 36 years of proven success developing creative guitarists
- Curriculum integrating music theory with practical application
- Focus on overcoming mental barriers to musical progress
- Personalized instruction for individual learning styles
- Track record with students achieving professional success
What people say
Achieved more than imagined
Developed creative potential
Understand music theory
Professional growth opportunities
Personalized instruction approach
Services
Private Guitar Instruction
Personalized one-on-one guitar lessons focusing on technical development, music theory, and creative expression. Our Tulsa-based instruction caters to all skill levels, helping students overcome plateaus through structured methodology. Lessons emphasize practical application of musical concepts while developing individual artistic voice.
Music Theory Training
Comprehensive music theory education that demystifies complex concepts through practical application. Students learn chord structures, progressions, and improvisation techniques within various musical contexts. The curriculum connects theoretical knowledge to real-world performance scenarios across multiple genres.
Creative Expression Development
Specialized training program addressing mental barriers to musical creativity. Through psychological techniques and targeted exercises, students develop confidence in improvisation and original composition. The program focuses on transforming technical knowledge into personal artistic expression.
Performance Coaching
Guidance for students preparing for live performance or recording situations. Covers stage presence, performance anxiety management, and practical application of technical skills in real-time settings. Includes feedback on repertoire selection and presentation techniques.
Skill Assessment
Initial assessment process that identifies current skill levels and learning style preferences. This evaluation forms the foundation for personalized lesson planning, targeting specific areas for improvement while building on existing strengths.
People
Dick Gordon Jr.
Owner/Guitar Instructor
Guitar instructor with 36 years of teaching experience since 1973. Developed unique methodology combining music theory with psychological principles. Former professional performer with students achieving national recognition. Holds degrees in psychology and music education.
Questions
Do you teach both acoustic and electric guitar?
Yes, instruction covers both formats with appropriate technique adjustments.
How important is music theory for casual players?
Theory enhances creativity at any skill level through deeper musical understanding.
What practice time commitment is required?
Minimum 5 hours weekly recommended for consistent progress with theory and technique.
Do you offer bass guitar instruction?
Yes, bass lessons focus on creative improvisation and rhythmic foundation development.
How do you help students overcome creative blocks?
Through mental discipline training and structured exercises that build confidence and technical vocabulary.
What teaching methods differentiate your studio?
Unique integration of psychological principles with music theory and practical application techniques.
