Eric has been playing guitar for over 20 years and has over a decade of experience teaching. He focuses on blues, rock, and metal, helping students of all levels build confidence and enjoy learning. Eric is also a singer-songwriter and studied songwriting under Sue Ennis (co-writer with Heart) as well as J. Loren (Capitol Records rock band Hurt). In addition to guitar, he teaches bass, songwriting, and music theory for students interested in exploring their creativity or improving their skills.

 

Eric’s lessons are flexible and goal-oriented, whether you want to learn your favorite songs, understand music theory, or write your own music. Every lesson is tailored to the student, ensuring a productive and enjoyable experience.

Elyse Vandersteen always had a deep love for music, incorporating it into various aspects of her life. She began teaching lessons in 2015, and pursued further education at McNally Smith College of Music, Augsburg University, and Berklee College of Music. Elyse's true passion is to share her love of music by teaching and guiding individuals in a unique and creative way. She aspired to start her own music lesson company, E Major 7 Music, in 2020. She specializes in personalized lessons and Adaptive Music Lessons for all ages.

 

Elyse is dedicated to ensuring that each student's individual needs are met. The learning experience is tailored to align with the student's interests and goals. Common areas of focus include basic music theory, lead sheets, tablature, grand staff sheet music, sight-reading, or requests such as "I want to play [specific song title(s)]." Questions are always welcome and encouraged. They are an essential part of the learning process, helping students better understand and apply what they are learning while fostering engagement and curiosity. This is a judgment-free environment where students are encouraged to express themselves freely. Above all, the primary objective is to enjoy the process of learning and making music!

Elyse teaches violin, viola, piano, saxophone, clarinet, drums/percussion, guitar, ukulele, electric bass, banjo, mandolin, harmonica, voice, songwriting, and music theory.

Riley Walton is a multi-instrumentalist with a background in Piano Performance from Waldorf University, bringing a thoughtful balance of structure and creativity to his work. In addition to his classical training, he has a strong passion for improvisation and encourages students to explore their own musical ideas with confidence.

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Riley’s teaching style is flexible, engaging, and student-centered. Lessons are tailored to individual goals and include technique development, music theory, repertoire building, and creative exploration. Whether focusing on fundamentals or experimenting at the piano, his approach emphasizes both progress and genuine enjoyment.

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He works with students of all experience levels and has a particular interest in supporting those who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin. Riley fosters a welcoming, low-pressure environment where curiosity is encouraged and mistakes are seen as an essential part of growth.

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Ultimately, his goal is to help students build confidence, develop their skills, and discover a personal connection to music that feels both natural and rewarding.