Music instruction: Aaron Katcher

I was self-taught on the guitar from age 12-20, learning skills mostly by ear off of recordings of my favorite guitar players, and the occasional book, or tip from a friend. While attending the UW-Madison, I studied classical guitar under Professor Caulderon, graduating with a BA in Music Performance in 2000. During college I began giving lessons at the UW and privately. After graduating I continued to teach full-time at various music establishments. During this time I also studied jazz and was gigging with multiple bands playing all types of music including rock, country, jazz, and R&B.

In my 15-plus years teaching, I have taught hundreds of students, ranging in age from 7 years old to 70 years young, of all skill levels. Whether its teaching a young student about the basics of music and the guitar, preparing a high school graduate for a college audition, or reviving an student’s lost passion, I provide a balanced lesson plan. By creating customized lessons, I am able to coach a student through just the right amount of method books, theory, rhythm, composition, improvisation, and listening. I am a patient and mindful instructor, and I value the unique nature of music, and what it can bring as an enhancement to learning and life.