Private Classical Guitar tutoring lessons Marseilles, IL.

Are you looking to improve your classical guitar chops? I have my degree in Classical Guitar Performance and can be your guide into the wide world of Baroque, Classical, and modern Spanish composers!

Learn proper classical guitar technique with the idea of using it 'musically.' Learn about good tone, nail shapes, rhythmic stability, and dynamic contrast.

Each lessons is designed around what you want to do, create and learn.

Beginners
Learn to find the notes on your instrument and read simple pieces, as well as all the theory to back up all concepts. Explore the basic methods of fretting and finger picking. Play simple pieces primarily in first position in major keys.

Intermediate
Expand upon your theory to include all three types of minor keys (natural, harmonic, and melodic). Start to traverse the neck in pieces.

Advanced
Start to apply prior concepts to arrangement and improvisation. Take music off the page, and begin to live it.

-fundamentals of classical guitar technique and playing
-reading music
-fundamentals of music theory and how it applies to what you're playing
-focus on getting the best sound from your instrument
-history of classical guitar music and pieces
-how to give a solo performance
-how to play cleanly with as little effort as possible
-increasing and developing your repertoire
-injury-free playing
-much more!

I am trained extensively in the Carlevaro technique, but I am also familiar with the Segovia, Shearer, and Parkening approach.

Classical is my specialty and I can teach music from Renaissance to modern and flamenco techniques, as well.