35 year expert player, 15 years teaching
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Limited Appointments Available
Many References - Serious Inquiries Only
Limited Appointments Available
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OR CALL: 120-JAZZLAW-1
Great
location on the water
near Gig
Harbor, Washington State, just inside the beautiful Wollochet Bay
wildlife
estuary.
We are just
over the Tacoma Narrows
Bridge, serving Fox Island, Port Orchard, Purdy, Home,
Vaughn, Lakebay, Tacoma,
University Place, Fircrest, Lakewood, Federal Way, Ft. Lewis, McChord,
Seattle, Bremerton, Auburn, Kent,
Sea-Tac, Tukwila, Des
Moines, Burien, Puyallup, Sumner, Fife,
Orting, Bonney
Lake and all around the Puget Sound.
What you get:
"An online lesson or
DVD can't adjust your fingers for you, or give moment to moment
feedback and
offer tips on specific areas. I pour my
heart
and soul into each
student's improvement. My goal for you is to play your music as
well as
possible at the earliest possible moment, and I work hard to help you
do it."
Regan
Regan
What you get:
Lots of materials,
songs, CD's and more. You
will have a thorough knowledge of music, how it works and how it's
done. You can learn theory, how to read anything and everything, TABS,
STAFF and chord arrangements. You can even learn how to write your own
songs in one
easy lesson.
What you get:
What you get:
"Extra time!
If you take full hour lessons there is lots of opportunity to get added
time. In my view the lesson lasts as long as it takes. I'm
not a clock watcher!"
What you get:
ACCURATE TABS AND CHORDS
"You can't trust the internet! But I will provide you with chords and TABs that are accurate, and can transpose any song to your key."
"She practiced last night and sounded awesome... Thanks so much for being so sensitive to her needs. You are an awesome teacher and person!! So, tell me, have you ever studied education and teaching? If not, you have a gift in that way, that is for certain!!! I really enjoyed listening to you as always!"
Thank you so much for spending extra time with Josee and myself last night!!! What a treat it was to hear you play and to see Josee so excited about making music! It was also wonderful to talk about something I am so passionate about, health and nutrition, and to get to know you as a person and not only Josee's music coach You definitely added to a wonderful day yesterday!! Take care and we will see you next week!!!"L.O. Gig Harbor
Thanks for everything including your patience and motivation" Denise S!!!
"I truly
thank you for all you've poured into Isaac. I have no hesitation
to recommend you." Brian L.
"Thanks for your patience and
musical instruction. We really
appreciate your ability and desire to help Cameron. Sincerely"
John and Cyndi H.
Joan S. [vocalist for the Glenn Miller Orchestra]
| All Ages, All Styles, All Levels, All Guitars |
| Learn
Fast, Low Rates, Family Discounts |
| Play music of your
choice from books, tapes & CD's |
| Read the Staff, TAB, Theory and Ear training |
| Songwriting, Rehearsing and Live Performing |
| Learn to record your own music! |
| CONTACT
REGAN TODAY Located near Gig Harbor, WA. ~ USA on the water inside the beautiful Wollochet Bay wildlife estuary send email to: s e v e n e y e s @ c o m c a s t . n e t Manually type it into your email The e-mail is not linked due to spam. Please allow 48 hours for a reply OR CALL: 120-JAZZLAW-1 |
|
VISIT
THE ROCK
SCHOOL
 Located in a garden paradise! Play area for the kids! Pics and Video Clips! Click to See the studio now Read the FAQ'S |
 All Song Lyrics and Downloads The Octaman Biography Octaman Live Shows Get The Music CD's Band Bios - Photos Octaman Reviews The Rock School The Rock Album CD Poster Art Osprey Cam Octa-Views Octa-Blog Octa-Bio2 BibleTalk Myspace Youtube PayPlay iTunes Story Rose Mom Zion Ego   |
Plus folk, blues,
classical,
country, reggae, ska, pop,
punk,
jazz,
metal, R&B and more
Learn acoustic or electric guitar, bass, vocals, music reading, songwriting, recording
Play the Beatles, Elvis, Creedance, the Ramones, Tom Petty, John Denver
Folk songs, Christmas songs, old songs, new songs, your songs
Learn 100 songs in one lesson or no charge
Play in a real recording studio
Parents and kids are welcome at Regan's Rock School. Ed & Sky visit weekly for a year now.
Melanie had never learned to play guitar before, but after only two months she is recording songs!
Matt's first day on an old guitar. Upon inspection, Regan made a recommendation for a new guitar.
Matt's mom Shannan enjoys it so much she started her son on guitar and gets a family discount.
Andrew says: "You help people make their dreams come true, and I just want to say thank you."
Samantha, 9, gives our Rock School a two thumbs up endorsement. She's playing Taylor Swift.
Jill and Patti are vocal students. They sing great solos and harmonies, and get the group discount.
Ed is learning to sing while coping with the high pressure of a recording studio ;)
Sky is learning the art of self ... expression! (SEE THE SKY LIVE CONCERT VIDEO!)
Jill, Drew, Oliver and Jeff enjoy the casual Tuesday jam sessions - free!
Learn acoustic or electric guitar, bass, vocals, music reading, songwriting, recording
Play the Beatles, Elvis, Creedance, the Ramones, Tom Petty, John Denver
Folk songs, Christmas songs, old songs, new songs, your songs
Learn 100 songs in one lesson or no charge
Play in a real recording studio
Parents and kids are welcome at Regan's Rock School. Ed & Sky visit weekly for a year now.
Melanie had never learned to play guitar before, but after only two months she is recording songs!
Matt's first day on an old guitar. Upon inspection, Regan made a recommendation for a new guitar.
Matt's mom Shannan enjoys it so much she started her son on guitar and gets a family discount.
Andrew says: "You help people make their dreams come true, and I just want to say thank you."
Samantha, 9, gives our Rock School a two thumbs up endorsement. She's playing Taylor Swift.
Jill and Patti are vocal students. They sing great solos and harmonies, and get the group discount.
Ed is learning to sing while coping with the high pressure of a recording studio ;)
Sky is learning the art of self ... expression! (SEE THE SKY LIVE CONCERT VIDEO!)
Jill, Drew, Oliver and Jeff enjoy the casual Tuesday jam sessions - free!
Does anyone look like they're
having fun yet? Anyone who gets bored should take up skydiving.
Rock
School Rates
pay monthly in advance and save
Be a real guitar hero
Why spend your time and money on games like Rock Band and Guitar Hero?
You can learn to read, write and play music, something lasting and meaningful!
No extra charge for having fun!
Group Discounts
*SAVE EVEN MORE with -10% off lesson insurance!
Gift
Certificates
Available!
pay monthly in advance and save
| lesson
time |
price
per lesson |
monthly
cost |
|
| 30
min. |
19.99 |
79.95 |
71.95
mo. |
| 45 min. | 24.99 | 99.95 |
89.95
mo. |
| 60 min. | 29.99 | 119.95 |
107.95
mo. |
| Get an extra hour for half price.
Great 120 minute sessions for just 45.00 or less |
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Why spend your time and money on games like Rock Band and Guitar Hero?
You can learn to read, write and play music, something lasting and meaningful!
No extra charge for having fun!
Group Discounts
To keep
music lessons
affordable we invite you to bring
your friends &
family
for a group rate discount - only half price per each additional student!
for a group rate discount - only half price per each additional student!
Family Discounts
Only half price per each additional family member for separate lessons!
Only half price per each additional family member for separate lessons!
*SAVE EVEN MORE with -10% off lesson insurance!
A
10% discount is offered when monthly students agree that missed
appointment times are not refundable. But simply notify us a
full week in advance to reschedule at no cost!
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Plus folk, classical, reggae, ska, pop, punk, jazz, blues, metal, country, R&B
and More!
send email to:
s e v e n e y e s @ c o m c a s t . n e t
Manually type it into your email
The e-mail is not linked due to spam.
Please allow 48 hours for a reply
OR CALL: 120-JAZZLAW-1
"You
can learn how to play
100
songs in
one lesson
or get a refund on request.
Is this too good to be true?
It's too good to pass up!"
or get a refund on request.
Is this too good to be true?
It's too good to pass up!"
Learn AC/DC, Led
Zeppelin, Boston,
Pink Floyd, Rush, Jimi Hendrix, all the modern stuff, everything
from Nickelback to Nirvana, whatever
you
like!
Go from basic strumming and foot tapping to fret tapping, shredding, face melting, and learn to ride the lightning!
"Thanks for everything ~ I hope you know how much I appreciate everything you do for Ian and Conner." Sue K.
Go from basic strumming and foot tapping to fret tapping, shredding, face melting, and learn to ride the lightning!
"Thanks for everything ~ I hope you know how much I appreciate everything you do for Ian and Conner." Sue K.
| Recently
Regan received
an email from a parent sampling
various local guitar teachers "Hi Regan, I am checking out guitar teachers for my daughter. We would like a "sample" lesson, if you offer them. I am setting up a few of them with a couple of other places as well. My daughter is a little shy, so the right teacher is really important. I like how your website portrays you, and I think you could be a good fit. I look forward to hearing from you." K a
few days after the trial lesson...
"Hi Regan,Thanks for the lesson! She really liked you. She said you were "very encouraging" and "super patient", so that's really great. You simultaneously moved her forward and kept her going, so I think it went well, too. We have one more sample lesson today, and we will contact you if that is where this leads! " K Regan Replies... Thanks K, It's always nice to hear those kinds of comments from my students. I hope to work with her, but either way it was nice meeting you all. I specialize in introducing the guitar to young people and taking the student on a short cut to the end of the game, which is playing the music they like right away. Meanwhile I impart a more thorough understanding of the instrument than others generally provide. I am often a refuge for students who have given up on other teaching programs. However, I promise I won't mind knowing the reason I might have fallen short of some other teaching program. If price is an issue, I will usually meet or beat any others. Please let me know if I can be of service, or no, either way. That will help me improve. Thanks again, Regan Final Result "Hi Regan, She would love for you to be her teacher! She really liked your energy, and we both think that an hour lesson is beneficial. I'm wondering if we can get an earlier time for the summer, and switch to an after school time in the fall? By early, I don't mean 7am or anything like that! Just early enough that we can head out for the day after the lesson if we want. She would like to start next week, if you're available. I look forward to hearing from you." K Hi K, I'm pleased to know you'd like your daughter to start music here with me. Good choice! As far as scheduling, I'm happy to work with you on that.... Regan |
"Your talent is a gift to everyone who has the chance to hear or be a part of it. Scott was thrilled with the time you took with him. Says he learned more from you than from anyone and it enhanced his enjoyment when he plays his guitar." Berta G.
Silas, age 5
Regan Says: "EVERYONE CAN PLAY GUITAR! Not everyone can play piano. You can sit down and tinker around but not actually play right away. But EVERYONE CAN PLAY GUITAR right away! Right now you can play the songs you love! Just put your FIRST finger on the FIRST fret on the FIRST string, give it a strum and SING!
G7
'Dear
Sir
or Madame, would you read my book it took me
years to
write, would you take a look?...'" [Paperback
Writer by Lennon and McCartney]
"'Ross did his Senior Presentation today and it was phenomenal!! Matt and I are so proud! A 15 minute oral presentation culminating his four years of High School and his future plans! With his audience being the Principle of PHS, The Principal of GHHS, the Principal of Lakewood High School, Matt and I and his Senior advisor, Mr. Smith!
He stood straight, used facial and hand expressions, eye contact and showed off his personality using humor, intelligence, grace and extreme smoothness! It was so amazing! He talked about his health, his grades, his Family, where he found guidance, his experience working at Gig Harbor Christian Center and his music.
He spoke extremely highly of his mentor, friend and guitar teacher, Regan Balman. Regan has been much more then a music teacher to Ross. He has given him guidance in numerous areas, friendship, praise and a safe place to learn and express himself. As Ross put it today, 'Regan really helped him develop into who he is, he's a very cool guy and I can't say enough about him'."
"Thank you for your patience and influence & being such a special person & friend to Ross! You bring much Joy to his life!" Tracy and Matt M.
Regan Balman (a.k.a. "Octaman") is a professional recording artist who has played on top stages in the northwest with major label talent. He's written and performed hundreds of original songs in several musical genres including rock, reggae and jazz. A guitar expert, he has played for 35 years with over 15 years of professional teaching. He's currently promoting his latest CD release performing on live stages in and around the Seattle area.
You're invited inside his personal recording studio to learn what it takes to excel at music and "climb rock mountain", as he coaches students of all levels how to play the guitar or the bass guitar with a simple, positive approach. You can learn to play at a professional level, or any level of interest. He also teaches vocals, songwriting, beginning drums and keyboards with amazing short cut methods, while imparting a thorough understanding of music.
Playing on a custom made Boogie Bodies guitar made famous by players like Eddie Van Halen and Eric Clapton, Regan specializes in reggae music but is proficient in many styles. Click on the guitar samples and listen.
[right click "save target" to download]
reggae/jazz from "Rock of Offence
country from The Great Creed Smashing
ska/punk from the album Giant Hail
Regan is a pro's pro who shares his experience in and around the world of music with both kids and adults. Regan is very relaxed and easy going and makes it comfortable for anybody to learn. He can help you to play any style, from heavy metal to smooth jazz. You will have more fun playing the guitar. You can learn to sing and write songs very easily. He shows you how to pull off any riff. You can learn finger picking styles, play jazz or classical, and sight read music at a glance. He provides expert advice on how to present yourself as a performer and coaches bands on how to put on a great show.
While specializing in starting young people on the guitar, he also offers advanced instruction. Even very experienced players will understand the fretboard like never before, as he takes you through the scales and modes, extended chord voicing and music theory. Lessons are tailored to fit the individual. The ultimate goal is to get you into playing your music as quickly as possible.Regardless of age or experience, individual or group lessons encourage steady growth in musical knowledge and ability. Focus, organization, goal setting and achievement are emphasized. Musical knowledge is key. We are striving for excellence at Regan's Rock School.