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Guitar with Mel P.

Union, Missouri

4.9
(61)
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks English
Teaching since 1968
Music Education

    All styles and genres, Learn from a well experienced pro guitarist and have fun reaching your goals

    I will teach you proper fundamentals an techniques. Notes, scales, chords, rhythm. Any style. You will be amazed at how you will play after you learn from me. Teaching all levels of string players. Notes, tablature, playing by ear. All methods of learning. Rock, Pop, Jazz, Country, Classical and much more. You will learn the best techniques, and learn faster with my time proven methods. Learn from a pro. Let's get together!

    Instructor details

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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    7 AM-9 AM
    10:30 AM-1:15 PM
    2:30 PM-3 PM
    5:30 PM-7 PM
    Tuesday
    2 PM-3 PM
    5:30 PM-7 PM
    Wednesday
    7 AM-11:30 AM
    12:30 PM-2 PM
    5 PM-7 PM
    Thursday
    7 AM-8 AM
    9:15 AM-12 PM
    6 PM-7 PM
    Friday
    7 AM-9:30 AM
    11 AM-12:30 PM
    4 PM-7 PM
    Saturday
    7 AM-7:45 AM
    9 AM-10 AM
    10:30 AM-4:30 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $29

    About Mel P.

    4.9
    (61)
    I have tons of experience and formal university training in music education. I have taught music in public, private and parochial schools through the years. But I have focused on private lessons mostly with my own business. I know how to take the complex and make it simple and fun! There are very good reasons my students rise to the top. Experience makes a difference, and I have more professional teaching experience than 99% of other instructors. Learning the best way, helps you learn faster and have fun while you succeed!
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    61 Reviews
    Erik
    Online
    There are not enough stars to properly award Mr. Mel for his hard work and passion for his craft. Our son required a bit of extra guidance during his lessons, and Mr Mel would consistently think on the fly and successfully impart training. I cannot recommend him enough.
    Posted Feb 10, 2024
    Jim
    Student's home
    Takes time to make sure “I got it
    Posted Feb 4, 2024
    Jim
    Student's home
    Takes time to make sure “I got it
    Posted Feb 4, 2024
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    Experience

    Musician

    Jan, 2004 - Present

    Own Business

    Solo music performer on stringed instruments. Played concerts in North America, Europe, and Asia. Has been on radio and television nationally and internationally. Studio Musician for national recording artists in Billboard Magazines "Top 100".

    Education

    Music Education

    Aug, 1970 - Jun, 1973

    Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville

    Certifications

    Music Education

    Jun, 1973

    Southern Illinois University, Edwdardsville

    Major in Music Education, Strings emphasis. Violin Scholarship. Studied under Dr. John Kendall and Dr. Kent Perry. Music Theory Eastman School of Music (NY) Member of Suzuki Association of the Americas Member of Mid America Music Association Member of American String Teachers Association Member of Missouri String Teachers Association

    Awards

    EMMY award

    Aug, 1977

    The National Academy of Television Arts

    Affiliations

    American String Teachers Association

    Mar, 2015

    The American String Teachers Association, founded more than 60 years ago, is a membership organization for string and orchestra teachers and players, helping them to develop and refine their careers. ASTA's members range from budding student teachers to artist-status performers. The organization provides a vast array of services, including instrument insurance, an award-winning scholarly journal, discounts on publications and resources, annual professional development opportunities, and access to collegial network of colleagues throughout the string profession.

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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