Lisa Pursell

Lisa is a former instructor of Musicians™ Institute (Guitar Institute of Technology) in Hollywood CA and the Atlanta Institute of Music. She has 35 years teaching experience for all levels. She has toured/played extensively opening for major record label acts, such as: George Jones, Patty Loveless, Gretchen Wilson, Montgomery Gentry, Brooks and Dunn, Billy Cox (bassist for Jimi Hendrix), Chuck Mangione and many others. Lisa also wrote the book, How to Think in the Language of Music, which is a basic foundational music theory book for all beginners, songwriters, and improvisational musicians.

Lisa teaches all levels, from finger style and classical to, contemporary and classical rock, blues, country and early jazz and all lessons are customized to the student’/s experience and interests. Lisa also coordinates shows for interested students to play in bands and perform at Mickey Roos™ in the spring of each year.

For Lessons:

• (615) 754-2402 Landline   (404) 207-3256 Cell
• Wednesday
• Email Lisa

John Pavlovsky

John encourages a strong musical foundation thru song study, ear training, and music fundamentals.  He helps strengthens pitch recognition, and develops the ability to learn songs by ear, regardless of student’s initial aptitude; while establishing an understanding of music theory.  Student performances are encouraged, but not mandatory.

John’s goal is to direct as much information in the quickest amount of time; getting to the heart of what  students want to learn, whether it be reading music, learning rock songs, singing and playing, advanced lead, or jazz & blues repertoire. John provides a comprehensive study of the guitar, ultimately enabling students to teach themselves.

John is as Berklee College alum, and has performed and toured with Eagles, ZZ Top, Kiss,  Eric Clapton and Cream tribute bands. He leads John Pavlovsky’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Express student concert series. Adult students can also expect a chance to network and play music with other adult students. Several of John’s students have gone on to success in the Christian music industry; and as music educators, and professional guitarists.

John takes his cues from The Karate Kid’s Mr. Miagi, enjoying the dimensions of guidance, and interaction that teaching offers, going beyond performance. Awarding students, ”Most Valuable Player,” ”The Guitar Hero,” ”Best Supporting Guitarist in a Lead Role,” in his Rock ‘n’ Honor Roll ceremony, John first witnessed the positive effect of empowerment; watching student potential come to fruition during the following year.

John’s favorite place to travel is a tie between Alaska, and the beach.

Hobbies: drawing, playing baseball, tinkering with his ’66 Mustang.

Favorite places to hang out: Belcourt Theater/Titans Stadium/Barnes & Noble/his teaching room.

For Lessons:

• (615) 730-1850
• Wednesday, Thursday
• Email John

Ron Miller

Ron earned a Bachelor of Music degree at Berklee College of Music (Major: Professional Music. Minor: Arranging and Music Journalism). Ron served a Musical Director/Arranger with several Grammy Award winning artists, such as: Bobby, SUNNY Hebb, Ted Jarrett Guitar, Johnny Jones, Billy Cox, Buz Cason, Ted Jarrett, Ingrid Salas & Black Shadow, and more. Ron also played at the International Jazz Festival De Montreal and the CMA Music Festival.

He is a music instructor with an emphasis on music theory and teaches multiple world music styles and instrumentation. Ron welcomes all ages and skill levels.

For Lessons:

• (615) 506-7543
• Saturday
• Email Ron

Valerie Clemente

Valerie earned a Bachelor of Arts degree (Major: Education) at the University of Mass., Amherst. Valerie has toured and played with numerous pop, jazz, contemporary Christian, and worship groups. She teaches guitar lessons to all ages, experience levels, and loves to have student showcases!

For Lessons:

• (615) 500-6566
• Tuesday, Wednesday
• Email Valerie