Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 6+
Teaching since 2007
Music Teacher Certification
About Ben Y.
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Whatever style of guitar you want to learn and whether you are just beginning, are a novice, or an advanced player, I can teach you what you want to know. I graduated cum laude from the Berklee College of Music in 2007, and have over 10 years of experience teaching students all over the DC area. I have taught students of all skill levels, from ages 6-65. My teaching approach is tailored to each student's unique tastes, interests and musical goals, but usually it involves a blend of instrumental technique, ear-training, sight reading and music theory, balanced to fit that particular student. I believe the best motivation comes from hearing ourselves successfully playing the music we like to listen to, so my very first step is to inquire and figure out what the student really wants to play. Then we can almost always find a song of the student's choosing that is simple enough to dig into right away. Of course it takes a bit of work on the student's part, but with consistent practice (the key word being consistent) students can begin to see success within the first few weeks. If it sounds like my approach would be a good fit for you or your child (or both!), contact me today and we can set up your first lesson. I look forward to making music with you!
Instructor details
Location:
Student's Home
Teaching Hours
Monday
9 AM-4 PM
Tuesday
9 AM-4 PM
Wednesday
9 AM-4 PM
Thursday
9 AM-4 PM
Friday
9 AM-4 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM-2 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM-2 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$45
45 minutes
$67
60 minutes
$95
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Experience
Music Instructor
Jan, 2014 - PresentNancy Brownstein Mobile Teaching
Teaching in-home guitar and piano lessons to students in the Bethesda area (Beginner – Intermediate)
Guitar/Piano/Bass/Ukulele Instructor, Band Director
Sep, 2013 - Jun, 2018Capitol Hill Day School
Teaching private lessons and leading the jazz and pop/rock ensembles in the after-school program (Beginner – Intermediate)
Guitar/Rock Band Instructor
Sep, 2008 - Aug, 2009Bach 2 Rock
Teaching private lessons and leading student ensembles (Beginner – Advanced)
Guitar Instructor
Jan, 2008 - Jan, 2010The Guitar Shop
Teaching private guitar lessons (Beginner – Intermediate)
Education
Bachelor of Music
Sep, 2000 - Jun, 2007Berklee College of Music
Music Teacher Certification
Sep, 2010 - Jun, 2012The Catholic University of America
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Instructor details
Location:
Student's Home
Teaching Hours
Monday
9 AM-4 PM
Tuesday
9 AM-4 PM
Wednesday
9 AM-4 PM
Thursday
9 AM-4 PM
Friday
9 AM-4 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM-2 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM-2 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$45
45 minutes
$67
60 minutes
$95
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