I offer patient and caring instruction in Bluegrass banjo, guitar and bass. If you are a beginner or have had difficulty with music, I can help you. If you are an intermediate player, or an advanced player looking for something different, I can help. I have taught over 14,000 lessons and ready for more.

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Initial Consultation
Schedule an initial phone consultation to learn more about the lessons and how to get started. Be sure to include your phone number when you fill out the scheduling form, and we will call you at the stated time.
15 minute Free
Studio Lesson - 1/2 Hr
Half-hour lesson at my studio in South Nashville.
30 minute $25
Studio Lesson - 1 Hr
One hour lesson at my studio in South Nashville
60 minute $50
House Call Lesson - 1/2 Hr
Half-hour lesson at your place. (This service will require 1.5 hours on the schedule. That is to account for travel time--you will actually get a 1/2 hour lesson.)
1.50 hour $60
House Call Lesson - 1 Hr
One hour lesson at your place. (This service will require 2 hours on the schedule. That is to account for travel time--you will actually get a 1 hour lesson.)
2 hour $85
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Brian Fesler
Nashville, Tennessee, 37211
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Initial Consultation
Schedule an initial phone consultation to learn more about the lessons and how to get started. Be sure to include your phone number when you fill out the scheduling form, and we will call you at the stated time.
15 minute Free
Studio Lesson - 1/2 Hr
Half-hour lesson at my studio in South Nashville.
30 minute $25
Studio Lesson - 1 Hr
One hour lesson at my studio in South Nashville
60 minute $50
House Call Lesson - 1/2 Hr
Half-hour lesson at your place. (This service will require 1.5 hours on the schedule. That is to account for travel time--you will actually get a 1/2 hour lesson.)
1.50 hour $60
House Call Lesson - 1 Hr
One hour lesson at your place. (This service will require 2 hours on the schedule. That is to account for travel time--you will actually get a 1 hour lesson.)
2 hour $85
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Services:

Initial Consultation

Studio Lesson - 1/2 Hr

Studio Lesson - 1 Hr

House Call Lesson - 1/2 Hr

House Call Lesson - 1 Hr

Business Hours:
Monday 
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tuesday 
1:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Wednesday 
Closed
Thursday 
Closed
Friday 
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday 
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sunday 
Closed
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4 reviews of Brian Fesler
1st time
4/11/2012
Ronnie C says: 1st Time I've ever had a Banjo lesson, and it went great. Brian is a great instructor! Looking forward to my next lesson.
New Student
3/01/2011
Geoff D says: I just started taking from Brian. The only reason I didn't give five stars is that I have only had two lessons. Before I moved here, I had a banjo teacher who I absolutely loved. So the bar was set fairly high for me in finding a teacher here in Nashville. But I think I've lucked out in finding Brian. I came to him with some specific goals and he is helping me achieve them without compromising his own method and process. A few more lessons and I'm sure that 5th star will be filled in.
I Want Him Back
7/06/2010
Kathy P says: Are you looking for a banjo teacher? You probably want someone who is VERY patient, thorough, knowledgeable, challenging and encouraging. If so, Brian is your guy. I only wish my 2 1/2 years with him could have lasted many more years. I haven't found anyone who is a more accomplished player and teacher than Brian. I want him back in Minnesota!
Terrific Instructor
7/05/2010
Jeff S says: Brian is a terrific instructor. He's a very gifted musician and his ability to provide tab from memory is amazing. I started with Brian as a beginner and would still be taking lessons from him if we lived in the same area. He's also a very personable and friendly guy, which makes the learning experience all the more pleasant.
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Please note our policies when booking appointments
Service

Sessions can be very tightly scheduled, so we really have to end on time. If you are going to be a few minutes late, we will start anyway and we will get in as much as we can.

We will travel up to 20 miles around Nashville. If you are booking a session at your place, be sure to choose "Outcall" so you can enter your address. When scheduling a session at your place, you will see that each session requires an extra hour on the schedule. This is to account for travel time. You will actually receive a 1/2-hour or 1-hour session. So if you want it to start at noon, book it to start at 11:30. If any questions on this, call or email! 

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Payment

All sessions must be paid for online before starting. 

Cancellation

A 24-hour notice is required to cancel or change your session. If you need to cancel or change with less notice, you will be charged.

Likewise, I can cancel or change a session with a 24-hour notice. If I cancel you with less notice, we will try to reschedule. If that's not feasible, you will receive a refund.

You can cancel or change your session on the Internet. If it is less than 24 hours, please sent a text message to 615-852-7345 (for Brian) or 615-669-5668 (for Tracy). 

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Business Hours
Monday 
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tuesday 
1:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Wednesday 
Closed
Thursday 
Closed
Friday 
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday 
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sunday 
Closed
Recent Reviews
1st time
Ronnie C says: 
1st Time I've ever had a Banjo lesson, and it went great. Brian is a great instructor! Looking forward to my next lesson.
4/11/2012
New Student
Geoff D says: 
I just started taking from Brian. The only reason I didn't give five stars is that I have only had two lessons. Before I moved here, I had a banjo teacher who I absolutely loved. So the bar was set fairly high for me in finding a teacher here in Nashville. But I think I've lucked out in finding Brian. I came to him with some specific goals and he is helping me achieve them without compromising his own method and process. A few more lessons and I'm sure that 5th star will be filled in.
3/01/2011
I Want Him Back
Kathy P says: 
Are you looking for a banjo teacher? You probably want someone who is VERY patient, thorough, knowledgeable, challenging and encouraging. If so, Brian is your guy. I only wish my 2 1/2 years with him could have lasted many more years. I haven't found anyone who is a more accomplished player and teacher than Brian. I want him back in Minnesota!
7/06/2010