Regan's Rock School
Hi Friends!

The Rock School is rocking along with it's best year ever.  Currently we are running beyond full capacity.  Call or write to get on the waiting list.  There is a brief interview, then lessons start when appointments become available. Students who agree to a monthly lesson plan of four private lessons taken at the same time of day each week for four weeks will receive a 10% discount. 

Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back! 

If you are not completely satisfied with the service, a refund will be offered (although never requested in 17 years!)

Missed Lesson Policy

Most music facilities enforce a "please don't screw us over" policy, asking for at least 24 hours notice when canceling an appointment, so the time may be sold to someone else.  They charge full price for late cancellations.  I've always tried not to do that.  In the event of an emergency I have always given leeway and will continue to do so.  However, some people pay the monthly price for lessons, take just one or two, then leave for several weeks and don't finish them until weeks later...

...So please, forgive the necessity of re-stating the Rock School policy which continues to be as follows: 

I make guitar fun and easy.  Everyone can do it and almost nobody quits very soon.  Many of my students have stayed with me for years, even up to six years in a row.  So plan to learn the guitar and pick a long duration!  I promise to coach you to the best of my abilities every single week.  I work very hard at being a good teacher and getting students to learn and grow musically. This is the best place on earth to learn guitar! I hope you'll agree and that you'll continue learning with me.  Let me know how I might improve!  I appreciate your suggestions.

Thanks for your business and your understanding. Please feel free to tell all your friends and co-workers about the Rock School!

Yours,

Regan


FAQ's
  • Service is Guaranteed:  No charge if not completely satisfied.  While still priced relatively low, Regan's Rock School is not the cheapest because we are the best.  We often serve as a rehab recovery center from other failed teaching programs.  When you shop around remember, you get what you pay for. 
  • Payment is due prior to time of services.  The lesson charge covers your music session time plus record keeping, preparations and billing. 
  • Cash and checks are accepted, sorry no credit cards (yet).  Make checks payable to Regan Balman or Regan's Rock School.
  • Please understand, we cannot provide refunds. We will refund lessons only if you are not satisfied with the service (which has never been requested by anyone). Please only sign up for monthly lessons or buy gift certificates if you are certain to use them.
  • Canceling:  Please provide 24 hours minimum advance notice of a planned absence.  Your appointment time is held especially for you and cannot be sold to another student without prior notice.  Thank you.
  • Rescheduling - We will work together to set the most convenient appointment time for you to make each week.  Please reschedule only if absolutely necessary.  We'll try to make it up a few days of your original time.
  • Lessons that are missed without advance notice are forfeited.  Without 24 hours notice, we have no way of filling that time.   Please call or email about your absence so we can offer it to another potential student.   Appointments require preparation time especially for you, so thank you for notifying us in advance.  
  • You agree to practice your music, to bring all your materials each week and to be on time for both arrival and departure. 
  • Younger children must be made aware that private music lessons are a privilege that requires them to play during the week at least 15 minutes per day, 5 days per week.  Failure to practice or attend regularly means repeating the same exercises over again. 
  • Sign up only if you are serious about learning music!  The Rock School has a waiting list of motivated students who want in.  Clients must meet a certain standard of consistency to remain in their appointment time and can be declined service.

WHAT I TEACH:  "I help you get on track toward achieving your musical goals."

  • I specialize in guitars, playing for fun and playing right away, most any song you can think of.
  • I provide students with a thorough foundation of  knowledge, a complete music vocabulary.
  • I can teach music reading including STAFF, TABS, all chord voicings and music theory.  
  • I provide CORRECT chords to songs.  95% of all internet chords are wrong!
  • ALL STYLES are taught. All genres of music can be learned here, and I teach you to play them authentically.
  • ALL LEVELS are taught.  I teach the easy way!  Get into playing immediately and forget those complex books and DVD's!
  • I teach fun guitar, so you can sit around the campfire with a guitar in one or two easy lessons.
  • I also teach more serious players the most direct route to playing professional level music in the shortest amount of time.
  • I guide students into thinking like a pro, so you can pass the audition, start a band and pull off a great show.
  • I teach you to play whatever you hear with advanced ear training techniques.
  • I provide a road map through the music industry minefield for aspiring artists, including avoiding drugs and immoral behavior.
  • I teach bass guitar, but I do not focus on reading the bass clef.  I teach practical rock band style bass playing without reading!
  • I am a vocal coach, but not a "pro voice teacher".  I'm a singer who offers tips on pitch, timing, tone and performance. 
  • I teach beginning to intermediate drums, but I'm not a "pro drum teacher".  I can show you how to play drums in a band right away.
  • I teach basic keyboards, but I'm not a" pro piano teacher".   I do teach basic chords and all the notes in the "flash piano" style.
  • I teach songwriting, lyric writing, arranging and composition.  I help you take the lid off your creativity and express yourself freely.
  • I teach home recording on computer basics and midi programming.
  • I provide a facility for students to record their songs for demos or CD's.  Low studio rates are available.  Student discounts. Just ask.
  • I like to keep prices within reach  - discounts are available for groups and families
  • This is a safe place for kids with play areas, swings.  The studio is on the waterfront in a very nice neighborhood.
  • I have over 17 years of professional teaching and teach 25 to 35 students weekly. 
  • I have many references available on request.
  • I teach the recorder for school kids. 
  • I teach beginning ukelele
  • I also teach golf!  Ask about low rates for golf lessons.  First one is free!

WHAT I DON'T TEACH:

  • Techno, Dubstep, Trance music, Screamo, death metal, anything satanic or violent.
  • Brass, woodwinds, banjo, ukele, violin or cello or other 4-string instruments except bass.
  • Bad attitude, anti-social expression, piercing, tattoing, negative or unhealthy lifestyles.