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Peter C.

14 Reviews

Newington, CT

Starting at $24

Speaks English, Italian
Teaches Beginner
Teaches students 7 to 79

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Peter C.

14 Reviews

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Mandolin is an interesting instrument in these modern times as it has a history of either bluegrass or European music but has been used in Rock songs too. So it's a lot of fun working out how each student wants to use his mandolin - what style or combination can be quite unique. What's your interest?

About Peter

*** Specialties *** I teach all styles and all ages but my specialty is in electric rock music and applied music theory as in guitar soloing and improvisation as well as song crafting. I can teach a student any song requested by looking it up on you tube if you don't have it and immediately tra

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Peter

This is Peter. Rick doesn’t know me, never been here for a lesson. Shame on him. I will request it to be taken down. Who is he?

Rick

WORST TEACHER EVER, IF YOU WANT TO WASTE YOUR TIME AND MONEY GO TO THIS INSTRUCTOR,OUTDATED LESSONS, AND VERY EXPENSIVE, YOU ARE NOT EVEN QUITE FINISH YOUR FIRST LESSON THE DUDE IS ASKING YOU FOR MONEY..!

Joseph

Pete is the best instructor that I have ever had. He is the only person I ever had that was able to explain things in a way that I could understand. I have taken lessons from other people and was not able to learn anything.

Ed D.

6 Reviews

Meriden, CT

Starting at $25

Speaks Spanish, English, Spanish, English
Teaches Advanced
Awarded Bachelor of Arts in Music from Western Connecticut State University

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Ed D.

6 Reviews

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All styles from classical to jazz/blues to many ethnic/world music styles

About Ed

*** Travel Equipment *** Student just needs a guitar and amp if electric. I travel with a laptop/portable studio. *** Specialties *** Classical, Jazz, Rock, Metal, World, Electronic etc.

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Itati S.

I took 5 lessons with Ed, very great instructor. I learned a lot in those few lessons. He helped with with my pitch and with my accent that I had to prepare for an audition. With his help I was accepted into my high school’s A cappella group “Madrigals” and overall I would recommend. We made it work and tried to make the best out of the situation. Great experience:)

Michael Y.

My kids thoroughly enjoyed lessons with Ed (both guitar and piano). Lessons started with my 7yo and when his brother turned 4yo, he started as well.

Chris

Having a great time learning the banjo with Ed!

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Cole P.

60 Reviews

Teaches Online

Starting at $30

Speaks Spanish, English
Teaching since 2012
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate

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Cole P.

60 Reviews

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About Cole

FALL SALE GOING ON NOW!!!!!!!! NEW AVAILABILITY!!! The transformative learning experiences at Prestige Guitar are designed to help our students grow both in and out of the classroom. Established in 2016, Prestige Guitar is located in St. Louis, MO and reflects the vibrant energy of the area.

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Tom K.

David Hickman

A great teacher!!

Mike

always interesting and very informative. He makes me want to be a better Guitar player. Very impressed w/ Cole

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Ben E.

6 Reviews

Teaches Online

Starting at $45

Teaches students 5 and up
Teaching since 2000
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate

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Ben E.

6 Reviews

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Online Mandolin Teacher

In addition to being a percussionist, I am also a mandolin player with experience playing Celtic, Bluegrass and Old Time music. With an emphasis on rhythm and technique I can help take your mandolining to the next level!

About Ben

Benjamin is a percussionist and mandolin player from North Carolina. Coming out of a folk music tradition he has expanded his interest into the world of electronic music, free improvisation and world music. He most recently visited Dublin to work with composer Cal Folger Day on a historical Operett

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Alex R.

Fantastic instructor. Ben started at the basic foundational instruction (including how best to hold the pick) and together we built a custom practice outline that has helped me to achieve my goals.

esther T.

Awesome first lesson! Looking forward to many more.

John Cardoza

Patient, highly knowledgeable. Works quickly and efficiently; making the most of our hour together. Looking forward to the next lesson!

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Joe S.

38 Reviews

Teaches Online

Starting at $44

Speaks English, Spanish
Teaches students 7 and up
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate

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Joe S.

38 Reviews

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I have been playing mandolin for about five years now. What started as a Led Zeppelin obsession has since moved towards a Chris Thile obsession...including studies following his learning methods.

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

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John M.

I like his combination of enthusiasm and patience! Excellent skills!

Tyler

Great first lesson!

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Geoff S.

14 Reviews

Teaches Online

Starting at $35

Teaching since 1981
Teaches students 7 and up
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate

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Geoff S.

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Experienced in teaching mandolin for over 5 years. Experience in teaching other stringed instruments (guitar, bass, ukulele) for over 30 years.

About Geoff

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 sc

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Art B.

Cherry

I totally enjoyed my class with Geoff. We immediately started my lesson with tuning the ukulele. Then we went over the cords and strumming. I have been researching on playing the ukulele and his explanation on the strumming was a lot better than the book. He is teaching me how to play by listening to the notes which is great because I would be able to play the Hawaiian music for my hula classes. In addition, his studio is only a 5 minute drive from my house, which means I don’t have to deal with traffic.

Bill Smoot

great understanding of what I know and how to improve! Experienced instructor

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Average Cost of Mandolin Lessons in Portland, CT

The average cost of 60-minute mandolin lessons in Portland is $57. While the exact cost will vary depending on the teacher, type of lesson, and location, you should expect to spend between $40 and $100 per hour.

30 min

$36 average

45 min

$47 average

60 min

$57 average

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"Great start. Tara was patient and easy going. I look forward to continuing to work with her in the future."

Rob

Took Mandolin lessons from Tara L.

"Steve is bringing me along at a good pace that challenges me to improve each week. He is very patient and helpful in showing me how to achieve the right results on the mandolin, and makes each lesson enjoyable. I can hear the improvement in my playing each week."

Barry

Took Mandolin lessons from Steve G.

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"Great intro lesson! Called the day before to make sure everything was all set - prompt call, fun lesson!"

Eric

Took Mandolin lessons from Jordan D.

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"Very informative and helpful. He knows his stuff and knows how to teach it."

David

Took Mandolin lessons from Andrew H.

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"Joe was a great teacher! I had no experience with the mandolin and he was really helpful with explaining concepts and tailored the lessons for my personal goals and music preferences. Great experience overall, I highly recommend taking lessons with Joe!"

Alanna

Took Mandolin lessons from Joe Danny O.

"Glen is a very knowledgable teacher. He makes it easy to understand what I'm doing wrong, and right."

Rod

Took Mandolin lessons from Glenn S.

"Very productive! Happy with the experience and looking forward to upcoming lessons"

Nicole

Took Mandolin lessons from John B.

"I have been studying with Andrew for over a month now and I find mt his teaching technique is simply awesome. Andrew skillfully assessed my strengths and weaknesses and geared my lessons for n a way that showed benefits right from the start.
Oh ya, he’s a monster player too."

Chris

Took Mandolin lessons from Andrew H.

"I'm 13 and I'm learning fast. Andrew is a very good teacher"

Wolf

Took Mandolin lessons from Andrew H.

"Good instruction at an affordable rate which made it a really great value. Victor was helpful reinforcing mechanics, suggesting practice exercises and introducing good songs to learn. Additionally, he seems to have a deep knowledge of bluegrass history and is flexible in his instruction which is important given the limitations of online learning."

Cole

Took Mandolin lessons from Victor S.

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