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Age: 5+
Speaks English
Teaching since 2009
Bachelor's of Music in Songwriting
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Teaching Hours
Monday
1 PM-3 PM
Tuesday
1:15 PM-3 PM
5 PM-8:30 PM
10 PM-10:30 PM
Thursday
3 PM-5:15 PM
6 PM-7:15 PM
Friday
1 PM-4 PM
6:45 PM-9 PM
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$20
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$40
About Joel H.
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I’m a guitarist and songwriter in several bands in the Portland area. I graduated from Berklee College of Music with a Bachelors in Songwriting.
I have taught guitar, production, and songwriting in Portland and the Rogue Valley for many years. As my student, I will work with you to map out where you’d like to get to as a musician and exactly how to get there. Music is an incredibly satisfying form of self expression, and I can help you discover and express your musical “voice;” the thing that makes Jimmy Page or Angus Young or Bruce Springsteen sound distinctly like themselves.
I tailor my teaching method to individual students based on their interests and goals, but some things I like to teach are: fundamentals of music theory, songwriting techniques, lead guitar/improvisation, sight reading, and practice techniques.
I specialize in rock/alternative/metal guitar and songwriting, but I am trained in both classical and jazz theory as well.
As a solo artist, I’ve released two EP’s, I’ve performed in many bands, and written and produced music for various clients. I've played venues like the Star Theater, Dante's and the High Watermark and my current band is releasing our second EP in 2024.
When I’m not playing music, I can be found throwing frisbee for my dog, reading, or watching the occasional B-horror movie.
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Agata
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Great instructor!
Posted Sep 21, 2023
Kimberly
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My daughter felt at ease and comfortable. He helped us know what kind of guitar and equipment to buy her and where to go.
Posted Sep 8, 2023
Leo
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Joel is great! He explains things in a way that’s easy to understand to anyone and makes sure to work on the things you want to work on to meet your personal goals.
Posted Jun 9, 2023
Experience
Music Teacher
Oct, 2021 - PresentYouth Music Project
I teach guitar, bass, piano, and occasionally ukulele at this nonprofit serving many low income families.
Music Teacher
Feb, 2021 - PresentHappy Valley Arts Academy
I teach guitar, piano, and bass to students of all ages and skill levels.
Music Teacher
Oct, 2019 - Mar, 2022School of Rock
I taught guitar, bass, and keyboard privately and in ensemble settings at the School of Rock in Portland Metro.
Education
Music
Aug, 2003 - May, 2005Southern Oregon University
Bachelor's of Music in Songwriting
Aug, 2005 - Jul, 2007Berklee College of Music
Certifications
Bachelor's of Music
Sep, 2009Berklee College of Music
Emphasis in Songwriting, graduating Summa Cum Laude.
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
1 PM-3 PM
Tuesday
1:15 PM-3 PM
5 PM-8:30 PM
10 PM-10:30 PM
Thursday
3 PM-5:15 PM
6 PM-7:15 PM
Friday
1 PM-4 PM
6:45 PM-9 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
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Pricing
30 minutes
$20
45 minutes
$30
60 minutes
$40
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