The Vibe Music Lessons Restring Guitars Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Riverview, Sun City Center, Gibsonton, Tampa

   Originally from Newcastle On Tyne, in England, I first experienced working as a professional musician during the 1960’s. After working with some bands as a teenager, I was part of the Juncopartners, which achieved success at the prestigious Club A ‘Gogo. After that, I had many years of touring with The Who, Rod Steward, Jethro Tull, Joe Cocker, and others. When my touring days were done, I was engaged in plenty of studio sessions, radio and TV work. Before moving to the US in 2007, I taught piano within music colleges, and was the “Lead Moderator” with the country’s leading music education college. Now I am in the Tampa Bay area and enjoy continuing to share my musical knowledge with my students. 

After hearing his music teacher strum a few chords in class Joe Weaver at the age of 9 begged his mom to let him take guitar lessons. Hearing the sound of the guitar was a life changing experience.Throughout Joe’s teen years he was playing in various club/top 40 bands as well as doing recording session work still continuing to take lessons from various national recording artists. After high school Joe completed his Bachelors Degree at Towson State University as a Jazz/Commercial Guitar Performance Major under the direction of Hank Levy (the composer of the theme song to the movie “Whiplash”).

During Joe’s University years his band started to gain a lot of traction and was signed to Atlantic Records on a developmental deal.  During this time the band toured the US in support several “hair bands” such as Quiet Riot, Warrant, Kix, Trixter, Firehouse and  Ratt. After that band dissolved Joe was asked to be the touring guitarist for EMI recording artist “Cinder Road”.

Joe has been teaching guitar for over 30 years and has had success from children to adults. Several students have gone on to tour with big named acts, the latest being “Jack Barakat” from the band “All Time Low”.

Joe is also a certified Ableton playback engineer and can help with any recording needs.

Michael Kernodle, a native of Danville, is an accomplished music educator, performer, clinician, and consultant entering his 26th year in music education. A graduate of Virginia State University with a degree in Music Education and Performance, Michael has dedicated more than two decades to developing student musicians, mentoring educators, and building impactful music programs throughout Virginia, North Carolina, and Florida.

Michael previously served as Director of Bands at Lakewood High School within Pinellas County Schools from 2010–2020. Throughout his career, he has taught band, orchestra, and general music in Bertie County Schools (NC), Danville Public Schools (VA), Asbury School of Music (NC), and the Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts at Ruth Eckerd Hall.

Michael currently serves as a Music Education Consultant for both Pinellas County Schools and Hillsborough County Public Schools, where he coaches music educators, conducts clinics, and mentors both students and teachers in developing successful and sustainable music programs.

As a performer and educator, Michael’s primary instruments include piano, trumpet, French horn, and violin. He has performed with the Danville Symphony Orchestra as Second French Hornist and served as Principal Hornist with the Sun City Symphony Orchestra. Under his leadership, jazz ensembles have earned superior district and state ratings, captured Grand Champion honors at the 2016 Crescent City Music Festival in New Orleans, and performed at the 2018 New York City Jazz Festival at the historic Apollo Theater.

Michael is also the Founder and CEO of Jireh Music Group, continuing his passion for music education, performance, mentorship, and artistic excellence throughout the Tampa Bay community.

I am a seventh generation Floridian and come from a long line of musicians. I have been teaching for over 15 years. At The Vibe, I teach Guitar, Ukulele, and Drums. I have used my many years experience of the road and studying music theory to design my programs to help you achieve your personal goals in the absolute best way possible! Learning how to play the music you love and enjoy is something that lasts a lifetime. I'm looking forward to helping you on your journey.

With a deep passion for music that has been with her since childhood, her goal is to guide and inspire you, whether you’re starting your musical journey or looking to fine-tune your skills.

 Growing up, she found fond memories of her grandfather, a musician, playing the piano, sax, organ, trumpet at home and that zeal never left her. 

She holds a college background in art and music, where she gained knowledge in music theory, sight-singing, ear training, vocal coaching, and piano

As a teacher, she specializes in piano, ukulele, and vocals, working with students of all levels to unlock their musical potential. She believes that music is not just about learning an instrument—it's about developing confidence, creativity, and expression.

In addition to her teaching experience, she spent three years as the lead singer in a band, which has deepened her understanding of performance and the collaborative nature of music.   

Tchad teaches drums and percussion as well as intro to guitar and ukulele. He began informal piano lessons at 4 years old and moved on to an official study of percussion and rhythm fundamentals at age 8. He credits his vocal understanding to the acapella style of singing he grew up with in church as well as the many opportunities to play with talented musicians. Earning a certification for Recording Engineering in 1998, he began producing sound for live and studio projects across Indianapolis, Denver and Tampa Bay. With 3 children of his own, Tchad has come to thrive on the experience of passing technique and inspiration on to a new generation.