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Acoustic Guitar with Judy G.

Rio Vista, California

4.9
(30)
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 8+
Teaching since 2004
Bachelor of Science Radio & TV Broadcasting
  • 1 Repeated Students

Learn the acoustic guitar from an expert guitarist and teacher

Greetings! I've been playing guitar for 45 years, & teaching privately & group lessons guitar since 2004. Within the first few lessons, you'll be able to tune the instrument and play easy songs. My lessons tailored to the student. We'll work on songs that you are interested as well as ones that fit your skill level. I typically use Hal Leonard books, as well as various other books and songs. I love working with students of all ages and experience levels. I can't wait to meet you!

Instructor details

Location:
Teaches Online
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Teaching Hours

Tuesday
9:45 AM-1:15 PM
Wednesday
6 PM-6:30 PM
7:15 PM-8:30 PM
Thursday
10 AM-12 PM
7 PM-8 PM
Friday
9:30 AM-11 AM
12 PM-3 PM
Saturday
10 AM-3 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$40
45 minutes
$50
60 minutes
$60

About Judy G.

4.9
(30)
Greetings! Thanks for checking out my lessons. My name is Judy aka Groovy Judy. I'm a guitarist, singer, songwriter and performer. I've been playing music for 45 years and teaching private and group lessons since 2004. I teach guitar, ukulele, beginning electric bass, vocals, beginning piano and songwriting. I’m currently teaching online via TakeLessons Classroom, Zoom, FaceTime, Skype or Microsoft Teams. I work with a lot of kids (as well as adults) and beginners. I'm extremely patient, and I enjoy getting brand new students up and running with proper techniques and good habits. My teaching style/philosophy is to get my students playing as soon as possible in an easy and fun way. I focus on basics such as tuning, rhythm, proper pick technique, strumming, reading guitar tab and/or sheet music, and playing songs. I tailor my lessons to the student so it's fun for both of us. The styles I teach are: rock (classic, indie, punk) folk, pop, reggae/ska funk, blues, r&b, country, some finger-picking, and a bit of classical. I can teach you any song you want to play whether it's rap, rock hip-hop or a piano piece. I will find a way to do it and make it fun. :-) My style is easy going, but not lackadaisical. I take teaching seriously and do my best to make the student feel comfortable. I give my students weekly assignments that I ask them to complete. However, if a student doesn't work on their assignment, I don't criticize or condemn them. I go over the assignment with them and gently remind them to play and work on the materials I've given. I love teaching, music, and sharing my gifts with others. Thanks and I look forward to working with you! Cheers, Judy G. aka Groovy Judy *** Lesson Details *** Lessons are once a week. *** Studio Equipment *** guitar amps, guitar stands, bass amp, a music stand, mp3 player, a lava lamp and some cool rock posters.  *** Travel Equipment *** acoustic and electric guitars, music stand, small amp, mp3 player and lots of cool music ***Please note - for in person lessons I'm in the Sacramento Delta. *** Specialties *** I love rock, pop, folk, funk, fingerpicking and the blues. I teach all of those styles and songs by great artists such as The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Ed Sheeran, Jason Mraz, Taylor Swift, Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Green Day, Sly & The Family Stone, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Eric Clapton and many more.
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30 Reviews
Terrance
Online
She has been great and patient with my 7yr old daughter
Posted Oct 24, 2022
Cassie and Seun
Online
Ms. Judy has been an excellent tutor for our 13 yr old daughter that is learning to play the guitar. Our daughter finds her very easy to talk to and enjoys her guitar lesson! She is having fun!!
Posted Feb 17, 2022
Mychael Lewis
Teacher's studio
Awesome Instructor!
Posted Jan 5, 2022
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Experience

Guitarist

Jan, 1980 - Present

Groovy Judy

I've been playing guitar for over 42 years, learning and studying with several different methods and teachers. I've also been performing live for over 30 years. 😄✌🏻️❤️🎸🎶

Education

Bachelor of Science Radio & TV Broadcasting

Sep, 1989 - Jun, 1992

San Francisco State University

Awards

Best Song "Forgive."

Apr, 2004

West Coast Songwriters Association

Affiliations

West Coast Songwriters Association

Mar, 1999

West Coast Songwriters is a 501(c)3 nonprofit educational organization. Founded in 1979, WCS has grown into one of the most active music associations in the USA, offering more than 20 events per month. Whether your goal is personal expression or to make a living in the music industry, knowing how to write, or recognize a well crafted song is key to your success. At WCS, members establish important relationships, both professionally and personally, that enhance and accelerate their development. Music ceases to be a solitary pursuit and becomes a shared endeavor through the focus, feedback, collaboration, contacts/networking and support that WCS provides.

Toastmasters International

Mar, 2021

Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs.

Women In Music

Jul, 2015

Women In Music is a non-profit organization with a mission to advance the awareness, equality, diversity, heritage, opportunities, and cultural aspects of women in the musical arts through education, support, empowerment, and recognition. Our seminars, panels, showcases, achievement awards, and youth initiatives celebrate the female contribution to the music world, and strengthen community ties.

National Association of Music Merchants

Apr, 2010

NAMM is the not-for-profit association that promotes the pleasures and benefits of making music and strengthens the $17 billion global music products industry. NAMM's activities and programs are designed to promote music making to people of all ages.

SoundExchange

Jan, 2010

SoundExchange helps the music and creative community thrive in the digital age. SoundExchange is the independent nonprofit collective management organization that collects and distributes digital performance royalties to featured artists and copyright holders. We represent recording artists – from unsigned a cappella to acid rock to multi-platinum stars and master rights owners including major and independent record labels. It’s our job to ensure that these artists and copyright holders are compensated when their work is broadcast by non-interactive digital radio.

American Federation of Musicians

Mar, 2001

A labor union representing professional musicians in the United States and Canada. Founding in 1896 as the successor to the "National League of Musicians," the AFM is the largest organization in the world representing the interests of professional musicians.

American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers

Mar, 2000

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 480,000 US composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. The ASCAP is committed to nurturing music makers throughout their careers.

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