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Learn to read music and perform classical guitar using the Christopher Parkening Method and select pieces of sheet music.
About Matthew J
I have been playing guitar for 14 years and teaching guitar and bass for 7 years. I have worked as a private and group guitar instructor at several music education establishments in the Chicago, Los Angeles and in Eugene, Oregon as well. I have also worked as a band coach for youth groups, where I taught them cover songs, helped them write their own songs and prepared them for live performances.
I studied at Columbia College Chicago majoring in Classical Guitar.
I started taking private guitar lessons as a teenager for several years and played in my high school jazz band along with original rock bands. While in high school, I was able to study with popular Chicago rock virtuoso guitarist Kevin M. Buck, where I first learned music theory and was inspired to be more studious with the guitar.
I have performed in rock/modern ban
I studied at Columbia College Chicago majoring in Classical Guitar.
I started taking private guitar lessons as a teenager for several years and played in my high school jazz band along with original rock bands. While in high school, I was able to study with popular Chicago rock virtuoso guitarist Kevin M. Buck, where I first learned music theory and was inspired to be more studious with the guitar.
I have performed in rock/modern ban
ds for 12 years as an electric guitarist and also for 4 years as a solo acoustic guitarist mixing Bossa Nova, Classical Guitar and original compositions into my performance repertoire.
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I'm a patient teacher that's passionate about guitar and helping students reach their musical goals whether they are casual players or serious musicians. For beginners, I use Hal Leonard instructional guitar books along with paper handouts and sheet music. I believe it's important for everyone to learn the fundamentals of music to create a strong base of skills in order to continue playing and learning music throughout one's life. For more experienced players, I like to teach various modern rock/pop songs, classical guitar songs, picking patterns, finger picking patters, improvisation, scales and music theory. I teach nylon string acoustic, steel string acoustic guitar and electric guitar and bass
I believe the most basic goal for a guitar student is to be able to play a song in it's entirety, whether it's by themselves or with other musicians/music students. I believe that some of the most important music skills are learned while actually playing with other musicians. It is crucial when learning an instrument to be able to play in 'real time'; playing music with a steady sense of rhythm.
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I teach Classical Guitar, Brazilian Jazz, bass guitar, rock, pop, blues, funk and folk guitar using method books, sheet music and guitar tablature.
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I'm a patient teacher that's passionate about guitar and helping students reach their musical goals whether they are casual players or serious musicians. For beginners, I use Hal Leonard instructional guitar books along with paper handouts and sheet music. I believe it's important for everyone to learn the fundamentals of music to create a strong base of skills in order to continue playing and learning music throughout one's life. For more experienced players, I like to teach various modern rock/pop songs, classical guitar songs, picking patterns, finger picking patters, improvisation, scales and music theory. I teach nylon string acoustic, steel string acoustic guitar and electric guitar and bass
I believe the most basic goal for a guitar student is to be able to play a song in it's entirety, whether it's by themselves or with other musicians/music students. I believe that some of the most important music skills are learned while actually playing with other musicians. It is crucial when learning an instrument to be able to play in 'real time'; playing music with a steady sense of rhythm.
*** Specialties ***
I teach Classical Guitar, Brazilian Jazz, bass guitar, rock, pop, blues, funk and folk guitar using method books, sheet music and guitar tablature.
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Matthew has been a wonderful instructor. I feel that i have learned a lot and also enjoyed the process. He has also been very accomodating about special teaching requests that have helped me develop my skills in genres I enjoy.
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Matthew I
Torrance, CA 90502
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$35
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About Joseph R.
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Note reading, Rhythm, strum patterns, Chord inversions, scales study
About Joseph
Joseph R. has 5 years of experience teaching students elementary, middle school-aged children and adults on to how to play keyboard, guitar, flute and saxophone while sharing his learning experience with them as a self-taught saxophone and flute player and his more conventional education on piano and guitar.
Joe started developing his musical talent through piano lessons at the age of 7. After only a year of formal study, he began to experiment with other instruments such as the bamboo flute, the guitar and the drums. When he moved to the United States at the age of 13, he was introduced to the schoolâs band where he chose to hone his skills with the flute. Since then, he has been exposed to classical and symphonic repertoire. During high school, he joined the marching band and at the same time, found interest in jazz and alto saxoph
Joe started developing his musical talent through piano lessons at the age of 7. After only a year of formal study, he began to experiment with other instruments such as the bamboo flute, the guitar and the drums. When he moved to the United States at the age of 13, he was introduced to the schoolâs band where he chose to hone his skills with the flute. Since then, he has been exposed to classical and symphonic repertoire. During high school, he joined the marching band and at the same time, found interest in jazz and alto saxoph
one. He decided to pursue a career in music by majoring in Jazz Studies and Performance at the University of California in Irvine where he has received his Bachelors degree in Music. He is currently performing at local jazz clubs, formal events and concerts. He would like to continue to inspire his students while nurturing his passion.
*** Lesson Details ***
Scale Mastery
Instrumental Technique
Note Reading/Sight-Reading
Ear Training (!)
Live Performance
Music in the real world
*** Studio Equipment ***
Wurlitzer upright piano
Roland D20
BX5a monitors
BX8a monitors
Shure, MXL mic's
M-Audio Profire 610
Yamaha YAS-82ZII
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I provide manuscript paper. Student provides instrument and have the option to purchase my music books.
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I train my students the classical approach for their beginning and intermediate stages, and specialize in Jazz and Pop music.
*** Lesson Details ***
Scale Mastery
Instrumental Technique
Note Reading/Sight-Reading
Ear Training (!)
Live Performance
Music in the real world
*** Studio Equipment ***
Wurlitzer upright piano
Roland D20
BX5a monitors
BX8a monitors
Shure, MXL mic's
M-Audio Profire 610
Yamaha YAS-82ZII
*** Travel Equipment ***
I provide manuscript paper. Student provides instrument and have the option to purchase my music books.
*** Specialties ***
I train my students the classical approach for their beginning and intermediate stages, and specialize in Jazz and Pop music.
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Joseph R.
Los Angeles, CA 90023
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$30
/ 30-min
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About Pete
Real world experienced working professional guitarist/instructor with loads of skill and knowledge to share and get you playing well - quickly. Please feel free to contact with with any questions you may have. I make a promise to be the best, most learning effective teacher you ever have had! All ages and levels, Guaranteed Results!
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We can go over anything you want to learn! A basic approach is to learn the instrument which can include chords, scales, songs, note reading, improvisation, theory, technique, and more.. We will discover and explore in a clear but friendly detailed manner.
Please contact me regarding any other scheduling days, times, or questions..
*** Studio Equipment ***
Martin steel string acoustic, Ramirez nylon classical, Gibson Les Pauls, Fender Stratocaster, other assorted guitars, Fender Prec
*** Lesson Details ***
We can go over anything you want to learn! A basic approach is to learn the instrument which can include chords, scales, songs, note reading, improvisation, theory, technique, and more.. We will discover and explore in a clear but friendly detailed manner.
Please contact me regarding any other scheduling days, times, or questions..
*** Studio Equipment ***
Martin steel string acoustic, Ramirez nylon classical, Gibson Les Pauls, Fender Stratocaster, other assorted guitars, Fender Prec
ision bass, Pro Tools, assorted amps..
*** Travel Equipment ***
All learning preliminary learning materials are brought to you for each lesson. All you need is your guitar and the desire to want to learn how to play it.
*** Specialties ***
Friendly, low key atmosphere instruction. Main specialty is Rock Guitar of all types.. But also blues, metal, pop, folk, classical, contemporary, etc.. Please feel free to contact with with any questions you may have. I can help you pick out the right guitar. Great with children - tons of experience with young kids, people of all ages!
*** Travel Equipment ***
All learning preliminary learning materials are brought to you for each lesson. All you need is your guitar and the desire to want to learn how to play it.
*** Specialties ***
Friendly, low key atmosphere instruction. Main specialty is Rock Guitar of all types.. But also blues, metal, pop, folk, classical, contemporary, etc.. Please feel free to contact with with any questions you may have. I can help you pick out the right guitar. Great with children - tons of experience with young kids, people of all ages!
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Pete R.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
starting at
$40
/ 30-min
About Sarah K.
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Lessons will vary based on your previous experience.
About Sarah
Hello!
I'm Sarah, your next tutor. :)
I have experience both teaching and tutoring. I have also passed the CBEST (the California Basic Education Skills Test).
I look forward to tutoring you!
I'm Sarah, your next tutor. :)
I have experience both teaching and tutoring. I have also passed the CBEST (the California Basic Education Skills Test).
I look forward to tutoring you!
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Sarah K.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
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$35
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About Joe S.
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I studied classical guitar in college and continue to incorporate various methods in to my general guitar lessons. Spent quite a bit of time on Fernando Sor and Bach.
About Joe
I absolutely love teaching music! After over 20 years of teaching, performing, writing, and recording in all styles/genres, it continues to be a great adventure. It is a joy to pass this on to others...especially seeing my students that never touched the instrument going on to be very proficient players.
I take teaching seriously, but definitely try to make it enjoyable for the student. I studied classical guitar in college, but was playing everything from Van Halen to Jazz to Country & Blues before that. Currently, I'd consider myself a flat out musical mutt...enjoying anything and everything. The love of guitar has also expanded to a multitude of instruments that I record, gig, & teach with.
I take teaching seriously, but definitely try to make it enjoyable for the student. I studied classical guitar in college, but was playing everything from Van Halen to Jazz to Country & Blues before that. Currently, I'd consider myself a flat out musical mutt...enjoying anything and everything. The love of guitar has also expanded to a multitude of instruments that I record, gig, & teach with.
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Joe S.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
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About Benjamin E.
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I took classical guitar lessons for four years before pursuing it in college and I have years worth of classical guitar arrangements for a variety of skill levels. For any student eager to see the amazing music that a single guitarist can create classical guitar is a great place to start.
About Benjamin
Hello aspiring guitarists! My name is Ben. I am a musician hailing from Central Ohio seeking to share my knowledge of the guitar and music theory with anyone and everyone eager to learn. I have taught guitar lessons for the last five years and I have taken guitar lessons myself for the past 9 years. In 2012 I attended Capital University in Columbus, Ohio on a scholarship for classical guitar. Following my time at Capital I lived in Columbus writing music and playing guitar for several local groups while also teaching private guitar lessons. I currently play bass guitar in the Los Angeles based Moonshine Wonderland and I recently finished my first solo EP, which I recorded independently from my own home studio. My teaching style is very adaptive and fluid, focusing on the individual needs and goals of my students. From learning your favori
te songs on the guitar to mastering your major and minor scales, together we will both strive to become the best guitarist we can be.
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Benjamin E.
Los Angeles, CA 90066
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$25
/ 30-min
About Lori L.
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For beginners and intermediate I teach high-speed learning using tips and tricks from the Masters then all the work begins I just like to get people started and fired up to play on many instruments.
About Lori
Hi my name is Lori Lane I'm the music director at Penmar Park recreation center I work for the city of Los Angeles as music teacher. I work mainly with children I have been fingerprinted and all my documents are in order I work well with children and adults and special needs. All races styles and diversity. I can teach beginner intermediate and I work with a Mac Maestro level musicians as well
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Lori L.
Venice, CA 90291
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$42
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About Diego H.
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Would you love to play that song you love and you do not yet know how? you compose songs and want them to be recorded? I will teach you how to play and record those songs that you really love while you have fun doing it. Let me take a look at what you have or/and you want to learn so that we can start working on it. Let's have fun!
About Diego
In addition to being responsible, reliable and patient. I’m a fanatic for teaching – particularly when it is about guiding children, adolescents, and adults in their love for learning music. As a music instructor with more than four years' experience, I have learned how to teach instruments such as guitar, bass, and piano in an efficient and enjoyable way, always looking for satisfying students' needs and their love for playing. I will apply my expertise to every single class in order to help you to accomplish your musical aims with the best outcomes. When do we start?
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Diego H.
Ontario, CA 91762
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$34
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About Donovan R.
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Donovan Raitt has been teaching guitar since the age of 18, and has continued teaching lessons in since 2001. Mr. Raitt holds Bachelors and Masters degrees in guitar performance and his teaching methods have been proven successful from absolute beginners to students at the college level.
Donovan has had a passion for the guitar since the age of 10, and loves sharing that passion with his students. Donovan strives to create the best learning environment for his students and help them achieve their musical goals. He is dedicated to teaching and developing the next generation of professional guitarists. Several of Mr. Raitt's students have gone on to professional careers in music, and have been accepted into some of the best guitar programs across the country.
About Donovan
An Irvine, California native, Donovan Raitt started his musical career with the piano at the age of 5. At the age of 11, Donovan fell in love with the electric guitar and started taking lessons. Donovan's love for the guitar grew as he started to perform regularly in a wide variety of styles, Performing his first professional gig at the age of 15.
In 2001 Donovan was one of 10 students admitted to the prestigious Studio/Jazz guitar program at the University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music, and was the recipient of the Paul LaRose memorial scholarship for guitar. While at USC, Donovan studied jazz and contemporary guitar styles with Steve Trovato, Richard Smith, Frank Potenza, and Pat Kelley, as well as classical, flamenco and fingerstyle guitar with David Oakes and James Smith. Donovan graduated from the studio guitar
In 2001 Donovan was one of 10 students admitted to the prestigious Studio/Jazz guitar program at the University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music, and was the recipient of the Paul LaRose memorial scholarship for guitar. While at USC, Donovan studied jazz and contemporary guitar styles with Steve Trovato, Richard Smith, Frank Potenza, and Pat Kelley, as well as classical, flamenco and fingerstyle guitar with David Oakes and James Smith. Donovan graduated from the studio guitar
program with honors from USC in 2005.
After graduating, Donovan has been active as a professional musician in the Southern California area, with several recording and live credits, including some of the top venues in Southern California.
In 2010, Donovan completed a master's degree in Guitar Performance (Jazz Studies) from the Cole Conservatory of Music at California State University, Long Beach, studying 7-string guitar with Ron Eschete. While at CSULB, Donovan wrote his master's thesis on the life of music of Michael Hedges entitled "Michael Hedges and the Re-Invention of Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitar"
Donovan has been very active as an educator, and currently holds faculty positions teaching guitar at Concordia University, Irivne and Golden West College in Huntington Beach. Donovan has published guitar lessons for Reverb.com, zapguitar.com, guitarschool.net, iPerform3d.com, and strum-n-comfort.com. In 2008, Donovan self-published a guitar method book entitled "The Practical Guitar Method: Real-World Instruction for the Beginning to Advanced Guitarist"
Donovan has released two albums of original music and four albums of traditional hymns arranged for solo acoustic guitar. You can listen to his music on his artist website www.donovanraitt.com
After graduating, Donovan has been active as a professional musician in the Southern California area, with several recording and live credits, including some of the top venues in Southern California.
In 2010, Donovan completed a master's degree in Guitar Performance (Jazz Studies) from the Cole Conservatory of Music at California State University, Long Beach, studying 7-string guitar with Ron Eschete. While at CSULB, Donovan wrote his master's thesis on the life of music of Michael Hedges entitled "Michael Hedges and the Re-Invention of Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitar"
Donovan has been very active as an educator, and currently holds faculty positions teaching guitar at Concordia University, Irivne and Golden West College in Huntington Beach. Donovan has published guitar lessons for Reverb.com, zapguitar.com, guitarschool.net, iPerform3d.com, and strum-n-comfort.com. In 2008, Donovan self-published a guitar method book entitled "The Practical Guitar Method: Real-World Instruction for the Beginning to Advanced Guitarist"
Donovan has released two albums of original music and four albums of traditional hymns arranged for solo acoustic guitar. You can listen to his music on his artist website www.donovanraitt.com
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Donovan R.
Irvine, CA 92612
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$50
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About Dave W.
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A lesson with me begins with finding out exactly what you want to get out of playing the guitar. I am here to facilitate your every need, desire, and dream on your journey towards musicianship.
I take a comprehensive approach based on my student's needs - utilizing many of the most highly regarded and well known pedagogical tools available.
If your goal is to get your money's worth, there is no better teacher than I.
About Dave
Ready to play like your heroes and make all your friends totally super-jealous? Ready to play melodies so sweet that people can't hold in their tears? Licks so tasty that faces melt all around you?
If you screamed YES at your screen to these questions then get in touch with me, your zen shred master
Dave Wolfberg
If you screamed YES at your screen to these questions then get in touch with me, your zen shred master
Dave Wolfberg
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Dave W.
Glendale, CA 91207
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$50
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"What I've seen from Jaxon after a few lessons is that he is very attentive to detail and takes his craft seriously. He focuses on fundamentals and watche
s your technique carefully and makes sure to correct them when he sees you drift back into bad habits. He is very personable and flexible as well. I would highly recommend without reservations."
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Review by Dong K
"He is a good teacher for kid. He is a good communicator and have a patience to young kid."
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Christian C.
Review by Lauren
"Last year, I had the opportunity to study with Christian at CSU Northridge. Christian is one of the finest musicians I have come across in the years that
I have been playing music. Not only does he have impressive skills with the guitar, he also has knowledge in the history of the guitar and music theory. When he was studying at CSUN, I was able to have some lessons with Christian on a baroque piece that was giving me trouble. First, I'd like to mention how patient he was with me when I was frustrated and lost in the music. Also, I was surprised at how much he knew about the music as he explained what was going on in the piece and why. Oh... did I mention that I had some AWESOME results after ONE lesson??? Do yourself the favor and check this guy out!"
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Christian C.
Review by Lalo Campos
"It was a great lesson I learned a lot and practicing looking forward to my next lesson I'm going to become a regular student"
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Review by Kevin
"Very helpful and very professional. Was treated like family and would recommend to anyone looking for an instructor"
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Daniel M.
Review by Dan
"If you are looking to take your playing to the next level, Scott is the perfect choice for instruction. He is a master at all things guitar and a true ta
lent. I have played with Scott a few times now and I always leave motivated to keep practicing. His calm demeanor and easy going style, inspires confidence and his technical mastery of his instrument, will keep you coming back to learn more."
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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Scott F.
Review by Yuki
"While I had played classical guitar when I was younger, I hadn't played for over 6 years when I took Michael's class -- however, in one semester, I went f
rom not knowing where each note placed on the fret to comfortably being able to play the carcassi etudes, ending with etude No. 7. Michael was patient and yet pushed me to practice more and strive harder every week -- and it paid off in the most rewarding way. I cannot recommend him enough."
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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Michael G.
Review by Brandt
"Edwin inspires, challenges, and encourages. My son couldn't be more excited about the instruction he is receiving. Thank you, Edwin!"
Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Edwin I.
Review by Mona
"Michael is one of the most knowledgeable and masterful music teachers that I've ever had. I had a chance to take a finger style guitar class with him at U
SC. His teaching method is extremely practical and helpful to the extent that any student even non-music major students can benefit from it and also enjoy the class. He has perfect time management and he knows very well how to work with beginners. I absolutely recommend taking class with Michael and I am sure every student in his class recommend him most enthusiastically.
Most importantly, Michael is extremely friendly, good natured, and encouraging to the extent that any eager student can achieve their guitar goals."
Most importantly, Michael is extremely friendly, good natured, and encouraging to the extent that any eager student can achieve their guitar goals."
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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Michael G.
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