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If you're like most people who contact me about lessons, you feel like you've tried everything possible to play better. But, you're not getting better fast enough. You've bought all the books, watched all the YouTube videos, and maybe even taken some lessons, but you haven't seen real results.


You got into music to have fun, but it's just...not. Or at least not as fun as it should be.


That's where I come in. I'm Nate Lee, and I turn beginners into jammers and jammers into professionals. If you want to play the fiddle or mandolin better and have more fun, I can help you!

Learning an instrument is hard, right? At least, that's what people keep saying. But what if it doesn't have to be? Spoiler: it doesn't. 


If you're like most people who contact me about lessons, you feel like you've tried everything possible to play better. But, you're not getting better fast enough. You've bought all the books, watched all the YouTube videos, and maybe even taken some lessons, but you haven't seen real results.


You got into music to have fun, but it's just...not. Or at least not as fun as it should be.


That's where I come in. I'm Nate Lee, and I turn beginners into jammers and jammers into professionals. If you want to play the fiddle or mandolin better and have more fun, I can help you!

Feel comfortable in jams, crush it at your next gig... 

OR

Try playing the fiddle or mandolin for the very first time.

Feel comfortable in jams, crush it at your next gig... 

OR

TRY PLAYING THE FIDDLE OR MANDOLIN FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME.

No matter your skill level, you'll get better faster if you have help from someone who knows all of the tricks, hacks, and shortcuts.

Take out the guesswork

No more second guessing yourself. You'll know exactly what you need to improve, and how to fix it.

Get more out of your practice time

Get the most out of your practice time so you can get better, faster.

Play with confidence

Walk on stage or go to your local jam knowing exactly what you want to play, and how to play it.

About Your Teacher

Nate Lee is an International Bluegrass Music Association award-winning instrumentalist and renowned teacher of private lessons and music camps. A veteran performer, Nate has played with the best, including Alan Munde, Tony Trischka, Becky Buller, The Kentucky Colonels, David Grier, Irene Kelley, Town Mountain, and the Jim Hurst Trio.

​Teaching professionally since 2003, Nate has gained a loyal following of students who enjoy his comprehensive teaching methods and relaxed, encouraging demeanor. With an affinity for turning beginners into jammers, and jammers into professionals, Nate has developed a curriculum that teaches you to play well with others, and become the player you’ve always wanted to be!

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"I don't know how people learn without you!"

KB | Fiddle Student

"Thanks to you...I’m exploring and venturing into a new level of musical concepts that I just couldn’t ever understand. It never needed to be such a mystery had you been there when I started learning to play music!"

Steve | Mandolin Student

"Your input is mando life changing so I want more pls."

Bonnie | Mandolin Student

"I thoroughly enjoyed the sessions! The printed material, your explanations, your suggestions, etc.,--all were terrific. In addition to a talented musician, you're a born teacher, my friend."

Terri | Mandolin Student

"The video clips of that mandolin break are pure gold!"

Greg | Mandolin Student

"I have enjoyed your class and am reminded about what a good teacher you are - AND I've surprised myself that I've been able to keep up! - Just another testament to your teaching skills. Thanks again!"

Kathy | Fiddle Student

"I love my lesson time!"

Helen | Fiddle Student

"That tip about affecting tone with a left finger encroaching a fret was gold to me."

Gil | Mandolin Student

"I thoroughly enjoyed the sessions! The printed material, your explanations, your suggestions, etc.,--all were terrific. In addition to a talented musician, you're a born teacher, my friend."

Terri | Mandolin Student

"Nate has really dove deep into the online instructional world. With years of experience not only teaching but playing professionally with some incredible players, Nate is a true master resource to learn from!"

Daniel Patrick | Mandolins & Beer Podcast

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