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fingerpicking, classical, folk
About Benjamin
I grew up in Glenside moved to Pittsburgh for school and came back because I love it here...I've been playing for 17 years and have a smorgasbord of influences from Zeppelin to the Beatles to Phish to Radiohead to the dirty projectors to Jay Z to Kurt Rosenwinkel & John Scofield. I have been composing and working with original bands for some 11 years and play regularly in the city and up and down the east coast. I have also been teaching for the past 11 years all over the Philadelphia area. i teach from a method I derived myself from years of learning both in and out of school. I think teaching music is both aural as well as visual and encourage students to listen to music a lot. most of all i feel that music is fun and the students should enjoy learning so i incorporate their favorite artists and favorite songs into our studies. for seri
ous students I love theory and love sharing what I've discovered over the years.
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I'm a very laid back guy but I take my playing seriously. music is my life and there's nothing I enjoy sharing and expressing more. I learned to love playing guitar when I was 12 from the coolest guitar teacher ever. he had a vibe that i gravitated toward and encouraged me in just the right ways to get me believing in myself. I try to encourage my students the same way. music should be fun above all and sculpt my lessons to each students individual needs so that they are better equipped to succeed.
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I expect them to provide guitar/bass/piano
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Jazz, Rock, Blues, Classic, Pop
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I'm a very laid back guy but I take my playing seriously. music is my life and there's nothing I enjoy sharing and expressing more. I learned to love playing guitar when I was 12 from the coolest guitar teacher ever. he had a vibe that i gravitated toward and encouraged me in just the right ways to get me believing in myself. I try to encourage my students the same way. music should be fun above all and sculpt my lessons to each students individual needs so that they are better equipped to succeed.
*** Travel Equipment ***
I expect them to provide guitar/bass/piano
*** Specialties ***
Jazz, Rock, Blues, Classic, Pop
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Benjamin K.
Glenside, PA 19038
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$35
/ 30-min
About Pete A.
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Learning how to play the acoustic guitar involves specific technique and a direct mindset. Both hands need to be specially treated, especially the right hand for strumming and fingerpicking. I teach acoustic guitar at all levels, from the casual weekend folk song strummer to the dedicated quick picking professional.
About Pete
My name is Pete. I've been playing guitar for over 18 years. In 2011 I graduated from the Berklee College of Music in Boston with a degree in Professional Music. There, I spent several semesters studying with Tomo Fujita (former teacher of John Mayer and Eric Krasno). I've also been lucky enough to study with some incredible guitarists like Pat Martino, Pat Metheny, Jonathan Kreisberg, Jack Pezanelli, and Gilad Hekselman. Stevie Ray Vaughan, Wes Montgomery, Dave Matthews, and Jimi Hendrix are responsible for inspiring me to play guitar and I specialize in teaching blues and jazz guitar, bass, ukulele, and piano. I firmly believe that every serious musician should study ear training and music theory and I incorporate these areas in my lessons as long as the student wants to study this way. I've performed with a bunch of great artists in t
he Boston and Philadelphia area.
In 2011, I successfully obtained my master's degree in Jazz Studies from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. The master's program was an intense submersion in music performance that shaped me into the musician that I am today. I was lucky to study with Don Glanden, Mike Kennedy, and Kevin Hanson.
I am also well versed in computer recording software and DAWs. I teach students how to use software programs such as Logic and Reason as well as notation software like Sibelius and Finale. With some basic training in these programs, I can teach a student how to effectively record and produce professional quality recordings so that a student can write, record, and produce their own music.
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Because I've studied with some legendary teachers who have taught some legendary students (like John Mayer), I'm able to pass on to my students the same knowledge that these incredible teachers passed on to me. I guarantee that I will be unlike any guitar teacher that you've had before. Along with instrumental training, I offer extensive lessons in music theory and ear training. My family is full of educators and I've experienced the teacher-student relationship from a young age. I am fully committed to developing lesson plans based on the route that a student wants to take, whether it's just learning the basics and playing along to your favorite songs or engaging in serious study and preparing for college auditions. I am available to teach at any location within the Philadelphia area.
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I specialize in jazz and blues. At Berklee, I was able to take instrumental labs that spent an entire semester focusing on the playing style of certain guitarists. I've taken the Wes Montgomery lab, the Pat Martino lab, the Jimi Hendrix lab, the John Scofield lab, and the Stevie Ray Vaughan lab.
In 2011, I successfully obtained my master's degree in Jazz Studies from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. The master's program was an intense submersion in music performance that shaped me into the musician that I am today. I was lucky to study with Don Glanden, Mike Kennedy, and Kevin Hanson.
I am also well versed in computer recording software and DAWs. I teach students how to use software programs such as Logic and Reason as well as notation software like Sibelius and Finale. With some basic training in these programs, I can teach a student how to effectively record and produce professional quality recordings so that a student can write, record, and produce their own music.
*** Lesson Details ***
Because I've studied with some legendary teachers who have taught some legendary students (like John Mayer), I'm able to pass on to my students the same knowledge that these incredible teachers passed on to me. I guarantee that I will be unlike any guitar teacher that you've had before. Along with instrumental training, I offer extensive lessons in music theory and ear training. My family is full of educators and I've experienced the teacher-student relationship from a young age. I am fully committed to developing lesson plans based on the route that a student wants to take, whether it's just learning the basics and playing along to your favorite songs or engaging in serious study and preparing for college auditions. I am available to teach at any location within the Philadelphia area.
*** Stylistic Focus ***
I specialize in jazz and blues. At Berklee, I was able to take instrumental labs that spent an entire semester focusing on the playing style of certain guitarists. I've taken the Wes Montgomery lab, the Pat Martino lab, the Jimi Hendrix lab, the John Scofield lab, and the Stevie Ray Vaughan lab.
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Pete A.
Morrisville, PA 19067
starting at
$30
/ 30-min
About Mary W.
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wonderful methods and styles and you help me choose your style, classical, rock, sacred, blues, etc as well as accompanying by finger-picking, chording, power chords etc. Can learn to read music as well as reading by tablature.
About Mary
Music degree from Lawrence University and Conservatory in Appleton, WI. Graduate work in conducting, piano, and vocal pedagogy at Westminster Choir College in Princeton. Also certified in Kindermusik for ages newborn to 7.
My studio, since 1993 is located in the back of my house and is in a family friendly location.
As my education originally was music education, elementary and secondary, I have gone on to be certified in teaching adults, both beginning and returning. There is so much piano and vocal educational material geared to the pre-school, the elementary, Jr-Sr high and Adult beginner and I promise we will have fun while learning.....
Anyone can learn an instrument and anyone can learn many different styles. Lessons will be geared toward your interests and goals, which we can work on at your lesson also.
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My studio, since 1993 is located in the back of my house and is in a family friendly location.
As my education originally was music education, elementary and secondary, I have gone on to be certified in teaching adults, both beginning and returning. There is so much piano and vocal educational material geared to the pre-school, the elementary, Jr-Sr high and Adult beginner and I promise we will have fun while learning.....
Anyone can learn an instrument and anyone can learn many different styles. Lessons will be geared toward your interests and goals, which we can work on at your lesson also.
The grea
test virtues of a music teacher are passion, patience, understanding, and communicating. You will experience this in the studio. Give yourself a treat of two months of lessons and I promise you will be playing and/or singing better than you expected.
Member of MTNA (Music Teachers National Association), NFMC (National Federation of Music Clubs),
NJFMC (NJ Fed. of Music Clubs). MENC (Music Ed National Conference),
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I am generally easy going and laid-back and will work with you to obtain specific goals such as a piece you would really like to learn. I can be strict if assignments are not followed or if there is no progression; we need to analyze why that is. I use many teaching methods as there are many different learning styles. The series I am currently using are Faber, Alfred, and Celebrate Piano! for pianists. Many singers are in Broadway, Disney, and/or English Reliquary and Italian Arias. There are so many wonderful choices! I can guarantee after three months you will be playing some music you like, and you will be reading music, and able to perform if you wish (starting small). With singing you will have basic knowledge of proper posture, breathing, and increased range. I also so enjoy people and communicating so you will feel comfortable taking lessons, and I believe that is one major factor of success in learning an instrument: the student-teacher relationship And second for children, especially the young, is the parent-teacher relationship .
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Studio: Yamaha baby grand piano, Kawaii studio upright and keyboard, Yamaha keyboard, recording abilities, computer software, couch and two chairs, parents can sit in on lesson. Also have computer programs for note learning, composition, as well as giving you apps to download.
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Different methods for different students. Piano: mostly Faber and Alfred series. "Prodigy": Aaron/Thompson series. I've also had graduate study in teaching the Adult Beginner! As I was a church music director 1994 till last September, I am very familiar with traditional and contemporary sacred music, learning and performing. If you also wish to combine singing and accompanying yourself on piano or guitar lessons can be tailored.
Member of MTNA (Music Teachers National Association), NFMC (National Federation of Music Clubs),
NJFMC (NJ Fed. of Music Clubs). MENC (Music Ed National Conference),
*** Lesson Details ***
I am generally easy going and laid-back and will work with you to obtain specific goals such as a piece you would really like to learn. I can be strict if assignments are not followed or if there is no progression; we need to analyze why that is. I use many teaching methods as there are many different learning styles. The series I am currently using are Faber, Alfred, and Celebrate Piano! for pianists. Many singers are in Broadway, Disney, and/or English Reliquary and Italian Arias. There are so many wonderful choices! I can guarantee after three months you will be playing some music you like, and you will be reading music, and able to perform if you wish (starting small). With singing you will have basic knowledge of proper posture, breathing, and increased range. I also so enjoy people and communicating so you will feel comfortable taking lessons, and I believe that is one major factor of success in learning an instrument: the student-teacher relationship And second for children, especially the young, is the parent-teacher relationship .
*** Studio Equipment ***
Studio: Yamaha baby grand piano, Kawaii studio upright and keyboard, Yamaha keyboard, recording abilities, computer software, couch and two chairs, parents can sit in on lesson. Also have computer programs for note learning, composition, as well as giving you apps to download.
*** Specialties ***
Different methods for different students. Piano: mostly Faber and Alfred series. "Prodigy": Aaron/Thompson series. I've also had graduate study in teaching the Adult Beginner! As I was a church music director 1994 till last September, I am very familiar with traditional and contemporary sacred music, learning and performing. If you also wish to combine singing and accompanying yourself on piano or guitar lessons can be tailored.
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Mary W.
Medford, NJ 08055
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$33
/ 30-min
About Alan E.
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Learn classical, fingerstyle, jazz, arranging, technique, strumming, melodic playing, accompanying and more!
About Alan
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I am a guitar player with a wide variety of experience in music ranging from free jazz to classical guitar orchestra playing.
I am also a teacher with over 10 years of experience working with students at any age and skill level. I am currently faculty at Settlement School of Music and have previously taught guitar at School of Rock.
I offer a mix of jazz, classical, Suzuki, and rock based guitar lessons. I aim to pull from any or all of these sources to get you inspired to play.
I am a guitar player with a wide variety of experience in music ranging from free jazz to classical guitar orchestra playing.
I am also a teacher with over 10 years of experience working with students at any age and skill level. I am currently faculty at Settlement School of Music and have previously taught guitar at School of Rock.
I offer a mix of jazz, classical, Suzuki, and rock based guitar lessons. I aim to pull from any or all of these sources to get you inspired to play.
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Alan E.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
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$27
/ 30-min
About Tom G.
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I am an experienced professional guitarist and teacher, and I am right now accepting students in my home studio. I play and teach many styles of music from classical to folk, rock, and pop. I have toured many times as a theater and back-up musician throughout all fifty US states, Canada, Europe, and Asia.
Every student has a unique set of skills, interests, and abilities which I make it my business to help uncover and develop!
About Tom
I have been playing professionally and teaching private students for nearly 30 years. I am a very patient teacher with a great love of music, and I emphasize making beautiful sound!
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Tom G.
Philadelphia, PA 19128
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$30
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About Tanesha M.
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Students can expect to learn at an easy and thorough pace. With my lessons, you can take your time no rush. I will work with every student one on one. Each lesson will be well planned and organized, but also it will be fun. If you don't understand something, I will work so that you do understand it. There is no pressure in learning. You can work at your own pace. Looking forward to working with each and everyone of you.
About Tanesha
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My name is Tanesha. I have been playing guitar for a little over 7 years now. I am a self taught guitarist. Guitars have always been a passion of mine, ever since I could remember. I was always drawn to learn more on guitars and one day decided to teach myself. I wanted to teach myself to play so that I can develop my own teaching style, as well as my own methods of teaching. When you are an absolute beginner and you look to learn from other people, their way of teaching can be a little challenging. But with my teaching style it is more broken down. I understand the struggles and difficulties that comes with learning guitar, that's; why I am here to break it down and teach as clea
Prices have been recently updated!
If you are under the age of 18, please have a parent or guardian book the lessons for you.
My name is Tanesha. I have been playing guitar for a little over 7 years now. I am a self taught guitarist. Guitars have always been a passion of mine, ever since I could remember. I was always drawn to learn more on guitars and one day decided to teach myself. I wanted to teach myself to play so that I can develop my own teaching style, as well as my own methods of teaching. When you are an absolute beginner and you look to learn from other people, their way of teaching can be a little challenging. But with my teaching style it is more broken down. I understand the struggles and difficulties that comes with learning guitar, that's; why I am here to break it down and teach as clea
rly as possible. I am a very caring person, I love to help others and love to see them improve daily. My main goal is for all of my students to learn and benefit from my teaching. I love when students are excited and eager to learn more. Putting effort is very important in order to succeed. if you don't put effort, it will not work.
You can expect to learn the following things:
-Parts of the Guitar
-Song Tutorials
-Picking Patterns
-Strumming Patterns
-Notes on the Guitar
-Chords
-Tablature
-Pentatonic Scales
and Much More!
You can expect to learn the following things:
-Parts of the Guitar
-Song Tutorials
-Picking Patterns
-Strumming Patterns
-Notes on the Guitar
-Chords
-Tablature
-Pentatonic Scales
and Much More!
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Tanesha M.
Philadelphia, PA 19139
starting at
$20
/ 30-min
About Ryan S.
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My lessons draw from a diverse field of experience in rock, pop, jazz, and electronic music to teach you not only the mechanics of guitar, but a deeper appreciation and understanding of a wide variety of musical forms and genres. Learn your favorite songs, learn how they work, and learn how to utilize that knowledge to start your own musical journey!
In addition to playing guitar and drums in a wide variety of musical acts, I have studied under acoustic fingerstyle guitarist Trevor Gordon Hall, classical guitarist Brad Rau, and rock guitarist Aaron Ribnicky.
About Ryan
Ryan Shello offers private lessons for Guitar (electric and acoustic), Bass Guitar, and Ukulele in the Philadelphia Area. Ryan has been playing guitar for over ten years, and has performed in a variety of acts in the New Jersey and Philadelphia Area. In addition, he also performs as a bassist in two Philadelphia groups and performs with an ukulele in his solo work. He has studied with classical guitarist Brad Rau, fingerstyle acoustic guitarist Trevor Gordon Hall, and electric guitarist Aaron Ribnicky. His influences range from indie rock and punk to jazz and folk, and everywhere in between.
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Ryan S.
Philadelphia, PA 19125
starting at
$27
/ 30-min
About Thomas J.
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Interested in learning how to play guitar, but don’t know where to begin?
I teach 1-on-1 guitar lessons to all ages, primarily focused on beginner and intermediate levels. Lessons will cover everything from guitar basics, basic music theory, chords, note improvisation to learning full songs (of the student’s choice). I fully believe in learning through playing with others and training one’s ear to be able to recognize notes/chords/styles. My lessons will be tailored to what the student is interested in learning, along with some recommendations from myself in being able to grow as a guitar player.
If you are interested in learning how to play guitar (and your favorite songs!), please don’t hesitate to contact me!
About Thomas
I teach 1-on-1 guitar lessons to all ages, primarily focused on beginner and intermediate levels. Everything from guitar basics, basic music theory, chords, note improvisation to learning full songs (of the student’s choice). I fully believe in learning through playing with others and training one’s ear to be able to recognize notes/chords/styles. My lessons will be tailored to what the student is interested in learning, along with some recommendations from myself in being able to grow as a guitar player.
I am a guitarist of 17 years (with formal training) having played acoustic, electric, rhythm, lead, and bass. In addition, I have acquired 6 years of piano lessons, prior to my beginnings as a guitar player. I received formal music theory training in high school and as an undergraduate at the University of Delaware.
I have performed
I am a guitarist of 17 years (with formal training) having played acoustic, electric, rhythm, lead, and bass. In addition, I have acquired 6 years of piano lessons, prior to my beginnings as a guitar player. I received formal music theory training in high school and as an undergraduate at the University of Delaware.
I have performed
in many groups and bands all across Delaware and Pennsylvania playing rock and roll, folk, singer-songwriter, pop, and more. I am still active in performing with my current cover band, EBC in playing around the Delaware area.
Music is a huge part of my life, having learning and played guitar with some great musicians, as well as, studied music at the University of Delaware in a variety of forms.
Music is a huge part of my life, having learning and played guitar with some great musicians, as well as, studied music at the University of Delaware in a variety of forms.
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Thomas J.
Wilmington, DE 19804
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$25
/ 30-min
About Sam S.
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I believe understanding music theory and history are the keys to a great musician.
Knowing the right musicians and bands to look up that will help drive every student to wanting to become great.
Finally... I believe anyone can play an instrument, but not everyone can write music, and that is what I aim to teach.
About Sam
Being an 8 year old kid with a strong passion for music. I was able to pick up on the basics of music that can be understood and well grasped by an 8 year old.
I grow up on the classics and i studied every guitar solo and riff. I wanted to be able to perform the same way those guys did. And i did just that 4 years later when i was 12.
I want to share with students that same vibe and feeling i had when i was a beginner.
I grow up on the classics and i studied every guitar solo and riff. I wanted to be able to perform the same way those guys did. And i did just that 4 years later when i was 12.
I want to share with students that same vibe and feeling i had when i was a beginner.
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Sam S.
Hockessin, DE 19707
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$25
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About Mark S.
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As the father of 3 young kids, I love working with beginners and teaching them to learn new things. I taught myself guitar in 7th grade and have been playing regularly since then. I'm happy to teach basic cords, how to read notes, or how to play your favorite song on the radio. Every student is different, guitar should be fun, and I like to tailor my lessons to the student I'm teaching.
About Mark
I love working with kids as well as adults, playing guitar is a passion of mine and I'm excited to pass this on to others.
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Mark S.
Hopewell, NJ 08525
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$45
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"Pete is very easy going and explains things in a simple and understanding way. I will say I am a little sore from practicing, but it is worth it. Lookin
g forward to my net lesson."
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Pete A.
Review by Paula
"My son loves Tanesha. He is very shy and she is extremely patient with him."
Philadelphia, PA teacher:
Tanesha M.
Review by Tashonna
"Your lessons are fun and entertaining."
Philadelphia, PA teacher:
Tanesha M.
Review by SM
"Decent experience from few classes for acoustic Guitar."
Philadelphia, PA teacher:
Larry P.
Review by Melissa
"This instructor is very talented and very kind and helpful. She has a willingness to make others succeed and is patient and caring. She will guide you in
the direction of becoming a guitarist yourself! I highly recommend her!"
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Philadelphia, PA teacher:
Tanesha M.
Review by Annette
"Thank you for teaching me how to play B chord on the guitar."
Philadelphia, PA teacher:
Andrew C.
Review by Daniel
"Coming from a beginner-level guitar player who has previously taken guitar courses, Andrew's definitely extremely talented and, equally importantly, very
insightful and understanding when it comes to teaching. He is patient, smart, draws good examples for understanding concepts, and is enjoyable to play alongside with."
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Philadelphia, PA teacher:
Andrew M.
Review by David
"Knowledgeable, helpful and genuinely cares about how my son is progressing in his lessons"
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Review by Scott
"Tanesha is very patient and helpful"
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