Metro Detroit Classical Guitarist & Guitar Instructor
Welcome to my site devoted to the art of playing and teaching the guitar. Inside you will find how to arrange music study with one of Metro Detroit’s finest guitar instructors AND find out how to hire a live classical guitarist for your upcoming social gathering. You’ll discover great music from award winning recordings produced by talent living right here in southeastern Michigan.
Who is Steven Dearing?
Steven Dearing is a professional classical guitarist and guitar instructor based in Farmington Hills, Michigan. He has been serving the Detroit and Windsor areas professionally with live guitar entertainment for 30 years. He has been heard as a soloist, chamber musician and guest soloist with orchestra in Detroit’s finest concert venues. He is frequently heard at The Meadow Brook Mansion, The Grosse Pointe War Memorial and The Henry Ford. He is a member of the award winning Dearing Concert Duo, a voice and classical guitar duet that has toured extensively throughout the US, Canada and the UK.
Guitar Lessons in Farmington Hills, MI
Steven has been teaching guitar for over 30 years, serving on faculty at The University of Windsor and Macomb Community College. Many of his current and former students are themselves fine guitar players and guitar instructors at music schools throughout Canada and the US. His teaching philosophy is based on conservatory music fundamentals, including music reading, music theory, ear training and guitar technique.
Location: Studio located in Farmington Hills on the border of Northville, Novi and Livonia Michigan, just off Grand River Ave.
Lesson Format: Weekly, one-on-one private instruction
Styles Taught: Classical guitar, electric guitar, folk guitar, finger-style guitar
Available: Online lessons and in-person lessons
Are You Struggling with Your Guitar Playing?
If you have been playing guitar for a while and find yourself pondering these questions:
- Why am I stuck and how do I get over the next hurdle?
- Why can I not read music fluidly?
- Why am I limited in my technique?
- Why is my tone inconsistent?
- I wish I understood music theory
Maybe it’s time to try taking lessons with an educated performer who has taught at the university level.
Contact Steven for Guitar Lessons
Hire a Classical Guitarist for Your Event
Looking for live classical guitar music for weddings, corporate events, or private parties? Steven performs throughout Metro Detroit, offering elegant and professional entertainment for any occasion.
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