Private Classical Guitar tutoring lessons Silex, MO.

Time is spent on exercises, learning songs, and personal projects

Classical guitar technique and repertoire.

Classical and finger picking styles. You will learn correct technique.
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I have taught music for 10 years and believe students should get to play what they want to play! Students are asked to come up with a list of songs and/or artists they would love to play. Through teaching chords, note reading and theory, the song possibilities are endless! I also can help the aspiring singer/mandolin player to be able to both play and sing simultaneously.

I put a lot of planning into each lesson. I have a system where students move up through levels. I send out lesson notes with a plan for daily practice. I carefully introduce repertorie so the student works on several pieces at a time and is able to complete and receive a new piece every week. This is assuming the student follows the lesson plan every day in their daily practice. I have a ladder for the student to climb that starts at the very bottom and climbs through what someone would be studying in graduate work in top music conservatories.

Technique mixed with theory and ear training to create a well-rounded, complete musician.
A great education and vast professional experience sets me apart.

With my broad performance and compositional background in folk, classical, jazz, rock, bluegrass, soul, blues, and musical theater, I offer students a wide musical perspective and tailor lessons to match student interests. I work with students on music of their choosing to improve technique and develop an understanding of music theory, improvisation, and composition.

For classical guitar students who would like to pursue the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) graded exams, Mark offers coaching in preparation for all aspects of the practical exams.

Hi! Thank you for your interest in studying with me.

My name is Elisa and I am a Berklee College of Music alumni with a Bachelor of Music in Guitar Performance and Jazz Composition, and a minor in Conducting—Contemporary Track—. I have played guitar for 15 years, taught guitar and music lessons for over 5 years, and have a 10+ years experience with live performance in different genres (rock, jazz, pop and musical theatre).

I enjoy teaching, in all its aspects. I like giving lessons and advice, motivating and helping students so that they can get the most out of a lesson, in a one on one as well as in a classroom environment. If I find myself unprepared in front of students’ questions, I do my best to provide a satisfactory answer. I like being challenged and conducting further research about what my students would like to know. I love working with people of all ages, from children to adults, and with different goals in music.

I am a working jazz/classical guitarist in the Northeast Louisiana area. I currently hold teaching residencies at Matt’s Music, Paul Hewitt Music, Strauss Youth Academy, Questech Learning Center and Geneva Academy. I have a Bachelor’s in Instrumental Music Education (K-12) that I obtained at the University of Louisiana at Monroe.

I am unique in the aspect that I am very patient and will work hard to push a student in the direction that they want to go - I firmly believe that the ‘right’ way to learn, is to learn what you want to play.

Currently I maintains a rigorous gigging schedule, playing five days weekly at the Warehouse No. 1 and Copeland's of Monroe, performing jazz and classical repertoire for solo guitar. I have taught students who have successfully auditioned into college jazz guitar
programs at ULM, UNO and UNT.

I have extensive teaching experience with people of all ages, and I offer recital opportunities throughout the year. I have a passion for guitar education, and ...