About James Barr

Jim Barr

Guitar, Electric Bass

• Has taught in the Milwaukee area for 27+ years.
• Studied at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. Participated in the MATC Guitar Music program under Jack Grassel. Has studied rock, blues, American finger style, classical, and jazz with numerous other area guitarists and educators. 
• Teaches students to recognize the fundamentals of guitar music theory and their respective application to the fingerboard, as well as the elements that differentiate musical styles. Knowledgeable in theory, harmony, analysis, transcription, ear training, and sight reading methodology.
• Voted Milwaukee's "Best Music Teacher" by the Shepherd Express.
• Has edited, arranged, and transcribed music for the world’s largest educational music publisher, Hal Leonard Corp., located right here in Milwaukee!
• Welcomes enthusiastic students of all ages and abilities.