Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Providing private and classroom music lessons for 30 years. In business full time for 3 years.
What is your primary product or service?
Teaching people of all ages to play and read music for musical instruments.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Performing as a professional musician and teaching lessons since 15 years old. Participated in all school band and choir programs in public school band programs. Attended College for music theory, melodic dictation, 4 part vocal harmony, composing and arranging.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Bill Emerson Music strives to support a no contract, or no commitment policy. There are no sign up fees, and you don't have to pay for months in advance for music lessons.
Which areas do you service?
Serving Southeastern Michigan. (Wayne, Oakland, Macomb Counties).
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Bill Emerson
What are your hours of operation?
Monday through Friday 8am to 10pm EST. Saturday and Sunday 8am to 6pm EST.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
The best compliment is when someone is learning to read music and play their instrument correctly. That they appreciate me for the lessons that I've taught them. By saying thank you, or you're a great music teacher etc.