Guitar Lessons, Bass Lessons, Piano Lessons

11/20/2025

Interestingly, this guitar, the Hofner 496 was owned by
Interestingly, this guitar was owned by Richard Bachman.

The song “American Woman” was performed by The Guess Who. The lead singer was Burton Cummings, and the guitarist who came up with the iconic riff was Randy Bachman.

10/26/2025

Hofner 496 circa 1965.
Made in Germany.
Rare top of the line.
Old-growth German spruce top and flamed maple
sides and back.

Hofner's acoustic in this period had a 7.25" radius, which is the
same as a Vintage Strat from 50s or 60s. It feels great in my
hands.

Surprisingly, because of the maple (I'm assuming) it sound like a
jazz axe.

And so pretty.

06/06/2025

How we practice is how we play. They say it on the basketball court, part of our music lessons.

We emphasize playing every note with as much beauty and feeling as possible. If we practice mechanical exercises, we will sound
mechanical, whereas if we practice with feeling, we will sound beautiful.

We learn to understand music theory. It's not that complicated, and playing what we understand is much easier.

Message me at Robert Comarow if you are interested. I offer a free introductory session for this Summer.

12/20/2024

I've found some people have had trouble reaching me. Just leave a comment and I'll get back to you.

12/08/2024

As you can see, we have replaced our piano with an 1885 Steinway Upright Grand. This was painstakingly restored to its original glory
a one of a kind custom-made instrument.

While instruments like this are usually found in museums, my students get to play on this historical instrument.

It stands 5'7" tall and is an upright grand piano with a string length matching a Steinway Grand.

I teach my students to understand music, nurture creativity, and explore a wide variety of music.

Lessons are customized for each student's needs and learning style. While most of my students are school or college-age, I enjoy working with children as young as 3 and taking a long-term approach. It's amazing when these children reach junior high and become stars; many get scholarships to college for their music.

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09/22/2024

Greetings,
I am back in Davis, and while I have a busy schedule, there is room for a few students, local and remote.

10/29/2023

Learning these progressions in all keys is essential. This applies to guitar, piano or bass and should be understood by anyone who wants to solo.

10/28/2023

Music is a language, and talents are skills we can develop.

A comparison between the two illuminates what is special about both

06/17/2023

Patient, positive oriented, individualized, fun music lessons. Options include guitar, bass, piano lessons & more in Davis CA. Certified teacher. Call now!

07/12/2022

Please see my main page,
Patient Lessons on Guitar, Bass & Piano.

07/02/2021

Because school is out I can offer
patient, positive oriented instruction by
a professional musician, teacher.

As one man wrote about me "As a mature beginner, I came for piano lessons and learned so much more, a complete course in music." The video is that student, after about 1 year of lessons.

It is MUCH easier to play, and play with feeling if you
understand what you are doing. That is how we get beyond
simply putting our fingers in the right place and expressing ourselves musically.

Personally, I have the soul of a Jazz Bass player, though I played
guitar longer and love playing keyboards. However, my left hand
is messed up, so these days I'm a Choir Director and teach.

Send a message to me, Robert Comarow and we can discuss it.