Cedarpines Park, CA Classical Guitar Lessons

I've been teaching music for 15 yrs on guitar, piano, bass, cello and bass. My students have ranged from from 5yrs to 75yrs of age. I have seen many student go on to join orchestras, bands, broadway shows or simply continued their education to a university or college. Being able to read music profeciently has given me the opportunity to teach off many method books but like to use Alfred Method, Mel Bay and Frederick Noad Method books. I teach many styles ranging from classical, jazz & blues, rock, contemporary and pop. I do stress and recommend all my students to learn how to read music and usually by our second or third lesson they will playing simple songs. I am here to help you make music!

My college years from undergrad to graduate were concentrated on classical guitar. One of the most difficult styles to play but extremely rewarding and you can play all by yourself without any accompaniment! I can get you ready for a college tryout or just learn the basics, or whatever you want to know.

Beginners learn proper technique from the start,including posture,choice of instrument,warm-up exercises and drills that will stretch your abilities.You will learn the notes on each string,gradually combining more notes and strings by playing classical pieces from different composers.

From Renaissance to Beatles.

Classical guitar technique and repertoire.

This is the style of music I earned my Bachelor's degree. Teach all levels to improve a student's technique and knowledge of the beautiful genre.

Sight Reading, Technique, Standard Repertoire, Posture, Fingering Technique, and associated terms and concepts.

I have a PhD in music composition and theory, and place special emphasis on comprehending and assimilating the fundamentals of music in my lessons. I use an integrated approach that covers guitar technique, ear-training, harmony, theory, music history as well as composition and improvisation to encourage the development of well-rounded musicians.

I-Hsuan (Phoebe) Tsai is currently pursuing a Doctor of Arts (D.A.) at Ball State University where she earns the scholarship and studies Guitar Performance, Music Theory/ Composition, and Early Childhood Education.

Phoebe teaches classical guitar, piano, and music theory. She has played both classical guitar and piano over 18 years with teaching experience of all ages of students, including preschool children to adults. The level of her teaching abilities ranges from beginner to advanced. She has played various styles of music, such as Taiwanese and Chinese folk songs, South American music, contemporary music, and popular music.

Piano study is also a large part of Phoebe's approach to music instruction, as she begins guitar beginners on the piano to establish notation reading fundamentals, incorporates piano into theory lessons, in addition to focusing on the instrument in solo endeavors. She likes to both instill discipline and excite passion in her students and emphasizes ...

Instructor with 20 years of experience playing guitar and ukulele accepting new students. I have a degree in music production, have studied under Danny Vaughn at the UCO Jazz Lab and have toured with multiple bands over the years.

My approach to teaching is unique to each student's needs and we will create tailored lesson plans based on your goals. I believe learning should be fun, so theory will always be accompanied with songs applying concepts we are working on. We will get you playing right away!

For beginners, we will focus on reading music and learning theory, then applying those principles with songs that use those skills. For intermediate and above students we will continue technique and theory but focus on getting you to your specific musical aspirations.

I love working with kids and have experience with adult students as well. My rate is $50/hour in the metro Denver area and lessons can either take place in your home or by Skype weekly for 30 minutes or biweekly for an ...