Beatles
A familiar Beatles melody arranged for solo guitar.
Press play to hear guitar, bass, banjo, mandolin, piano, violin and cello in a variety of musical styles.
A familiar Beatles melody arranged for solo guitar.
Warm nylon-string tone in the Spanish classical tradition.
A modern popular melody performed on solo guitar.
A lyrical, expressive selection for solo guitar.
Rhythmic Spanish flamenco character on solo guitar.
A high-energy electric-guitar solo with a classic rock feel.
A lively acoustic-guitar solo with a warm Americana country feel.
A full-length, twangy country-guitar performance with a lively hillbilly-style feel.
A full-length blues performance on a real fretless acoustic banjo.
A rootsy old-time bluegrass solo on a real acoustic mandolin—no vocals or accompaniment.
A lively melodic solo performed entirely on electric bass guitar—no vocals or accompaniment.
A bright, peaceful solo-piano melody with a warm, expressive sound.
A polished, medium-swing jazz performance played entirely on solo piano—no vocals or accompaniment.
A live acoustic excerpt from Bach’s Violin Sonata No. 1 in G minor.
A live cello performance of Bach’s Cello Suite No. 1 Prelude.
Featuring veteran music educator and professional musician John Spoulos
54 years of teaching experience • Student of Andrés Segovia, Christopher Parkening and John Williams • Personalized lessons worldwide on all popular instruments
Learn through personalized, one-on-one instruction with John Spoulos, a professional musician and teacher with 54 years of experience. Online music lessons are available across the United States, with in-person instruction offered at the Dream Makers Music Academy of America studio in Freehold, New Jersey.
Programs are individually designed for children ages five and older, teens, adults, retirees and advanced performers. Study classical, acoustic, electric or bass guitar, piano, banjo, mandolin, strings, selected wind instruments, songwriting, music theory, college preparation and individual musical styling.
Whether you are picking up an instrument for the first time, returning after many years or preparing for college or professional performance, your lessons will be built around your goals, interests and learning style.
Your musical dream has no age limit—and no geographic limit.
Contact John About Music LessonsWhether you are beginning at five, preparing for college, returning to an instrument after decades away, or finally pursuing a retirement dream, the lesson plan starts with you.
See the simple pricingPrivate instruction is personalized to the student’s interests, level and goals — from first notes to advanced preparation.
Classical, acoustic and electric guitar, bass, banjo, mandolin and additional string instruments.
Reading, technique, theory, repertoire and individual musical development.
Fundamentals, reading, musicianship and instrument-specific guidance.
Songwriting, theory, individual styling, performance work, auditions and college prep for future music majors.
Online lessons are the national focus, giving students across the country access to individualized instruction. Students who prefer face-to-face learning can also come to the Freehold, New Jersey studio.
The page features real teaching photographs and students on multiple instruments so prospective students can immediately see the human side of the academy.
“Great teacher and person!!”
George Christian“John has helped me become a performer, which was my goal from the beginning. Great teacher.”
Gabe Vercosa“Each lesson is dazzling and I learn so much, especially theory that I utilize in my playing.”
Bill Circe“Supremely experienced, very knowledgeable, patient, explains items very well, intuitive, helpful suggestions, interested in my progress.”
Wm C.“10/10 recommend! … My lesson is the highlight of my week.”
Hindy R.“If you’re interested in music lessons, I sincerely recommend John Spoulos, teacher extraordinaire.”
Bonnie R.One-on-one, personalized instruction.
Four 30-minute lessons per month.
Let’s talk about your musical interests, goals and direction before you commit.
Feel free to text questions anytime for guidance or help with your instrument between lessons.
Refer a prospective student who enrolls and receive one month of lessons free.
Lessons begin punctually so the time you reserved belongs to you.
Payment options: Venmo, PayPal or Zelle.
The site uses real press, teaching photographs and selected career imagery to make the experience visible rather than simply claiming it.
Text or call with questions. Your first introductory lesson is FREE.
