Teaching

Guitar, Mandolin, and Fiddle Lessons

I’ve been teaching guitar, mandolin, and fiddle since the fall of 1979, and over that period have seen thousands of students of all levels and many styles.

Currently, I do most of my teaching at Elderly Instruments in Lansing, MI while also teaching at my private home studio.

  • Guitar: Classical, Jazz, and all folk styles (Bluegrass/Celtic, and more) flatpick and fingerstyle.
  • Mandolin: All folk styles (Bluegrass/Celtic and more), Jazz
  • Fiddle: Celtic, Bluegrass, Old Time, and more.

Rates: $25.00 / half hour.

An Outline of My Teaching

As I say in the video, it’s never too late to keep learning. Recently, I attended a jazz guitar retreat in Big Indian, NY to study with my favorite jazz guitarist, Martin Taylor and played with Gypsy Jazz great Robin Nolan.

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Why choose Robert McCloy?
Your Requests are My Business.

“I couldn’t have imagined a more beautiful sound…the music had such depth and tone, it was perfect! So thank very much for making my day that much more magical!” Read More

Angela Gray • East Lansing, MI
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“Even close to a year later, the music is one of the first things that comes up when people talk about our wedding.” Read More

“Amazing performer…we will definitely ask Robert to return next year.” Read More

Alan • Bay City, MI • Holiday Party

“Incredibly accommodating, professional and TALENTED group. Good price and they learned all three songs we requested and played them wonderfully. I would book them again in a heartbeat. I’m sad I only get one wedding to have them at!” Read More

Kelly N. • Adrian, MI

“Bob researched and played special tunes for us, while friends were being made, and friendships were being renewed. His performance was a perfect addition to our celebration.” Read More

“Aside from the music which has enhanced so many events here, I really appreciate your professional style. Your timely arrival, your flexibility, and your sense of what is appropriate at any given time, are all factors that make it easy for me to rely on you.” Read More

Annie Hogoboom • Governor's Residence, Lansing, MI