Phil T.

“Learn Guitar from Patient and Fun Teacher”

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Richmond, VA, 23226
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- Levels: Beginner to Advanced
- In-Home Lessons: Yes
- In-Studio Lessons: Yes
- Ages: 5 & up
Subjects Taught

Guitar

Education

Virgina Commonwealth University - Music Performance - 1996 -2000 (Bachelor's degree received)

Specialties

Specialize in Jazz. Can teach classical, rock, folk, and blues.

Lesson Details

I want music to be fun for everyone, kids and adults alike. Music shouldn't feel like a chore and I do my best to instill that with my students so they really want to practice what they learned each week. The guitar specifically is a great way to introduce children to music because of the amazing possibilities of the guitar being a harmonic and melodic instrument.
Within a typical lesson, guitar students can learn what they want to learn while incorporating theory, ear-training, and notation ...

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About

I have played guitar for 20 years and have taught guitar to students ages 5 to 55. I graduated from VCU in 2000 with a Jazz Studies Degree where I also learned Classical Style guitar.
After graduating from VCU, I moved to NYC to teach and play and to immerse myself in the music scene there. After many great experiences with gigs in the city and some great students, I came back to Richmond to be closer to family in 2003 and have loved living in Richmond ever since. In Richmond, I have ...

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Sherri W, Sherri W's Review

I really enjoyed my guitar lessons with Phil. I learn a lot about reading music and also some simple things I didn't know about how my guitar and accessories. It was well worth the money. I now enjoying practicing because I understand what I need to do to get better. Phil was very easy to work with and I would definitely recommend him to others.

— February 28, 2012
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