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Geoff S.

Geoff S.

“30 Years Teaching and Guitar Performance Experience in Classical, Jazz, and Contemporary Styles.”

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    • Levels: Beginner to Advanced
    • In-Home Lessons: Yes
    • In-Studio Lessons: Yes
    • Ages: 5 & up
    Subjects Taught
    Guitar, Bass Guitar, Classical Guitar, Music Theory, Songwriting
    Education
    George Mason Univ. - Music - 2010-2013
    Villanova University - Physics - 1970-1974 (Bachelor's degree received)
    Specialties
    I teach improvisation or "playing by ear" on any instrument; experience includes piano, violin, cello, clarinet, and flute.
    I'm very familiar with 60's music (e.g., Beatles)
    I've performed a lot of folk music, rock music, and classical music
    I've played in classical and jazz groups at weddings and other special events.
    Lesson Details
    Having taught for many years, my approach is flexible and I can adjust my teaching style and/or curriculum to maximize the student's potential for learning at any age. I encourage disciplined practice while working to make learning music an enjoyable experience. Although I specialize in guitar styles, I also teach piano, and can include music theory, sight reading, composition, and how to improvise on any instrument. I have taught improvisation on a number of different instruments such as ...
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    About
    I played on a toy piano when I was very young, learning a bit of sight reading from my Mother, while listening to classical, jazz, and rock music. When I was 12, I learned guitar and later took private piano lessons from a prominent Philadelphia instructor. After playing in a rock band in high school, I went to college and received my degree in Physics. During this time, I joined a choir, and sang and played guitar in a contemporary vocal group where I became the lead guitarist and vocal ...
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