Reggie's Rhythm Room (In Person, and Remote)
5.0
(41)
From
Phoenix, AZ
SinceSeptember, 2021
About
Greetings,My given name is Reggie Chavez, and I am a guitar instructor located in Phoenix. It has been my pleasure to teach students of all levels for over three decades, including those just getting started and advanced players alike. Additionally, I specialize in slide guitar, lap steel, and dobro, with over twenty years of experience in these niche areas.
Growing up outside of Los Angeles has afforded me the opportunity to perform music in many styles, from top 40/classic rock to blues, jazz, and country. I have played guitar with one of Southern California's most outstanding college jazz ensembles at Chaffey College and have performed in a variety of venues, including roadside honky-tonks, bars, country clubs, weddings, and hotels/resorts. This diversity in performance experience has laid a significant foundation for me as a teacher, which I am delighted to bring to my work.
My educational background is essential to my teaching approach. Alongside real-world experience and learning from other seasoned professionals, I have had the privilege of studying under some of the finest musicians and educators around. They include Joyce Shannon at Chaffey College for theory and ear training and Jack Mason and Jim Linahon for jazz ensemble at the same institution. Eddie Arkin instructed me in scales, modes, chord study, and jazz guitar, and Dave Patt taught me sight reading. Additionally, Jody Fisher served as both a mentor and taught me everything I know about guitar. I furthered my education by attending The Dick Grove School of Music, where I learned about improvisation, theory/harmony, rhythmic sight reading, and attended special seminars with Tommy Tedesco, Eddie Arkin, Dave Patt, and Jimmy Wybel.
In addition, I have had the opportunity to instruct classes on blues, rock guitar, and a blues seminar called Blues Chops during NGW, a summer guitar program, for nineteen years. These workshops were taught in universities and colleges across the US, including Redlands, Claremont, San Francisco, Austin, Chicago, Nashville, and Connecticut. I bring all of this knowledge and experience to my lessons, and much more.
When I'm not teaching, I'm currently playing guitar for the Phoenix College Jazz Ensemble. Nothing brings me greater joy than seeing my students "get it" and witnessing their satisfaction when they reach a particular goal or level of accomplishment. I am eager to interact with my students and encourage them to play rhythm guitar while they learn how to improvise, or sing a song while playing rhythm guitar.
Thank you for your time, and I look forward to our musical endeavors.
Warmly,
Reggie Chavez
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Reviews
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Andrew A.
Reggie is truly remarkable! As a fresh Bass player, my initial class with him was both enormously fruitful and incredibly enjoyable! In the very first session, he went beyond the fundamentals of Bass playing, offering valuable insights into the structure and theoretical underpinnings of music. I'm thrilled to have Reggie as my mentor and would enthusiastically endorse him to anyone looking to learn Bass!
January 17, 2023
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Stephanie A.
After playing guitar for 3 decades, I can confidently say that Reggie is the only instructor who has truly impacted my playing. Without a doubt, he is the finest guitar teacher in the valley. Do yourself a favor and enlist his services, you won't be disappointed.
December 1, 2022
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Nicholas J.
about his students' progress. Prior to studying with him, I had only relied on YouTube tutorials for about 3 years, but found that I was not improving as much as I had hoped. However, after beginning lessons with Reggie, I finally received the foundational knowledge and practical skills that I had been searching for, including music theory, basic techniques, and intensive practice routines. As a result, my guitar practice has become much more enjoyable and I am dedicating more time to it than ever before. While I still enjoy playing my favorite songs, Reggie primarily guides us toward classic rock pieces that offer multiple challenges and opportunities for rapid growth in guitar playing ability. Overall, Reggie is an incredible instructor who is passionate about helping his students thrive.
September 10, 2022
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David B.
A professional in every sense of the word! He guided me precisely to the areas of guitar playing where I wanted to concentrate. As an older student, I found him to be a pleasure to work with. He simplifies the concepts without belittling me. I would enthusiastically endorse him to anyone who wants to master the guitar.
August 29, 2022
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Matthew K.
Reggie excels at his work, specifically while teaching guitar to my seven-year-old daughter. He expertly maintains her attention throughout lessons, resulting in remarkable progress in a brief interval. He is a delightful person to be in the presence of and never fails to be punctual and communicative. I highly suggest him and eagerly anticipate collaborating with him each week.
October 11, 2021