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Classical Guitar with Melvin W.

Corning, New York

4.6
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 7+
Teaching since 2002
Worship Studies

    Learn Guitar fast from an expert teacher with 20 years experience teaching...

    From beginner and beyond, I can help a student start with almost no experience and take them to a proficient level to where they can play complete pieces from memory. Sight reading, scales, repertoire, and chords are emphasized the most during lessons in this genre. I teach students songs, technique, music theory, strumming patterns, fretboard organization, improvisation in Rock, Blues, Jazz, and Bluegrass. I also work with Contemporary Christian Worship artists and songwriters, as well as Worship Leaders. I have 30 years experience playing, 20 years experience teaching, and over 10 years experience in Christian Worship music. I also have twenty years experience performing and studying Classical Guitar. Ear training is also very important to me. I have innovative ways of helping students learn faster and more efficiently using something called Deliberate Practice. Deliberate practice, also know as Deep practice is based on the latest neuroscience research based on how our brains process new information. This type of practice has worked well across various disciplines including Brazilian soccer, music, sports, martial arts, etc. For more information see book The Talent Code...

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    Cedar Corning, NY
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    Teaching Hours

    Thursday
    4:30 PM-5 PM
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    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $25
    60 minutes
    $50

    About Melvin W.

    4.6
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    With over twenty years experience playing in almost every conceivable style and genre of music, I have a lot to offer every student looking to update their skills. From Rock, Jazz, to Classical, Bluegrass, Flatpicking, and Fingerstyle, to every Contemporary Worship, Lead Guitar, you name it, I can teach it. I currently assist in leading worship with a medium sized church (approximately 300 people), both adult Sunday services, and for our youth group ministry. I have played in Rock ensembles, Jazz ensembles, and I direct a collegiate instrumental performing ensemble. I have the experience and expertise to take your playing to the next level. *** Studio Equipment *** I typically have guitar amps and cables at the location where I teach. *** Travel Equipment *** I bring my guitar. The student needs to bring their own guitar. *** Specialties *** Method books used: Hal Leonard, Alfred, Mel Bay, Progressive, Berklee. Specialization: Guitar theory, proper technique, fingerstyle, pickstyle, Jazz, Classical, Rock, World Music, Christian Worship.
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    6 Reviews
    Ed
    Teacher's studio
    I Highly reccomend Mr. Mel Williams for all Guitar Instruction and Performances. a.) I have taken Guitar Lessons from Mel. Learning so many basics, improved Chord Progressions. Scales, Leads, Rythmn, He always is full of energy in teaching and makes the student feel good about our progress. b.) I have seen Mel perform and joined him at many events. He is always prepared and practiced with the music. Some examples of Events or "Gigs" hes' done are Rock Band, College Band, Church Music Leader, Festivals (ex: Italian Fest), Coffee House musician, Workshops, Weddings, & many more. Styles he plays are - Classical, Christian Rock, Blues, Bluegrass, Country,Folk, Latin, Irish, Italian, Rock, Pop, Holiday. c.) He is a enthusiastic , Energetic Person & Musician. A real Mentor, sharing his Personable method of sharing & teaching his music style. Great teacher of all ages and abilities. You will enjoy every music minute being with him.
    Posted Jun 8, 2016
    Nico
    Teacher's studio
    Melvin Williams is an amazing instructor. He is a fantastic musician and his musical knowledge is vast. From classical, Spanish(European) , country to rock. I would recommend Mr. Williams even to the most advanced musicians.
    Posted Jun 5, 2016
    Brian
    Teacher's studio
    Melvin is fantastic! Not only is he truly gifted at guitar and music but is also a great teacher. He knows how to adapt specific needs and was able to present the theory to me in a way that actually made it clear!
    Posted Jun 5, 2016
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    Experience

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    Education

    Music Performance - Guitar

    Jan, 2002 - May, 2006

    Mansfield University

    Worship Studies

    May, 2011 - Oct, 2013

    Liberty University

    Awards

    Magna Cum Laude

    May, 2006

    Mansfield University

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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