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Banjo with Glenn S.

Long Beach, California

4.8
(37)
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks English
Teaching since 1979
Music Composition
  • 4 Repeated Students

"Twang!" Learn the banjo from a 20-year music instructor.

I teach 5 string banjo, and have students learning contemporary songs as well as traditional styles. Soloing and right hand techniques, scales and a variety of styles covered.

Instructor details

Location:
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Sunfield Ave
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Woodruff Ave
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Teaching Hours

Tuesday
4 PM-4:30 PM
Wednesday
8 PM-8:30 PM
Thursday
2 PM-2:30 PM
3 PM-4 PM
Friday
11 AM-11:30 AM
2:30 PM-3:15 PM
Sunday
4 PM-4:30 PM
7 PM-7:30 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$25
45 minutes
$35
60 minutes
$40

About Glenn S.

4.8
(37)
Hi, I'm Glenn. Thank you for viewing my profile. I've been teaching students for over 20 years, playing all styles and levels of music, from day-one beginners to seasoned pros seeking to sharpen their playing skills. I teach both traditional notation and tablature, writing my own teaching methods in both formats. I can transcribe any song or solo for you, and can arrange the music to fit your particular level of skill. I earned a B.A. in Music Composition and an A.A. in music theory, and have worked as a professional musician since graduation. I play in a variety of bands that cover rock, jazz, surf, oldies, and country, and also write and arrange music for those bands as well as writing my own music that can be heard on my own YouTube channel. The first song I learned to play was "Pipeline." I own and play several acoustic and electric guitars, as well as ukuleles, mandolins, bass guitars, and lap steel guitars. I'm personable and patient, and my lessons include songs, techniques, and instruction for improving your musical skills. I look forward to meeting you and having fun learning and playing music together. -Glenn *** Lesson Details *** I'm big on teaching songs and techniques learned through scales and chords, which will enable you to improvise, solo, and write your own music. I can teach either traditional note reading or tablature, and can transcribe your favorite songs and solos. The lessons are fun, with new material to learn and play every week. I hope every time you pick up a guitar, it will be a creative experience! *** Studio Equipment *** Home studio: front room turned into music studio. recording gear, all instruments listed, additional seating for parents. Morey's Music: Music store setting, small practice room, additional seating for parents. *** Specialties *** I've done it all-like theory, all styles of music.
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37 Reviews
PAULA
Teacher's studio
Patient, kind, and helpful
Posted May 3, 2024
PAULA
Student's home
Glen is a Great banjo teacher. Very patient and friendly.
Posted Apr 5, 2024
PAULA
Student's home
Glen was very patient and caring.
Posted Apr 5, 2024
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Experience

Pro Musician

Aug, 1987 - Present

Classic Productions

Pro musician on salary with this company since 1987. Concerts, corporate events, car shows, theme parks, casinos, etc.

Education

Bachelor's Degree; music composition

Sep, 1976 - Jun, 1980

UCSB

Bachelors degree-Music composition

Sep, 1978 - Jun, 1980

UCSB

Music Composition

Sep, 1978 - Jun, 1980

UCSB

bachelors degree; music composition

Aug, 1978 - Jul, 1980

UCSB

bachelors degree; music composition

Aug, 1978 - Jun, 1980

UCSB

Certifications

BA music composition

Jun, 1980

UCSB

also have AA in music from El Camino College

Awards

signed songwriter

Jan, 2014

BD4N Records

Languages

English

Native Proficiency

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