Classical Guitar with Pat M.

Hi, my name is Pat and I can help prepare a student for a career as a professional guitarist, or learn the guitar for the sheer enjoyment of learning to play Classical music. I majored in music at Los Angeles Harbor College. I teach out of my home in Simi Valley, California. For those who just started or plan to start will develop a basic understanding of guitar musicianship Topics include basic position, left-hand technique, free and rest strokes, stretching, warm-up exercises; establishing a practice routine as well as establishing a balanced, well-developed right-hand technique, Intermediate students will be introduced to more advanced techniques of guitar technique while developing an understanding of Renaissance, Baroque and Classical music Topics include the following: higher positions on the finger board, effortless shifting, nail care and preparation, tone quality, vibrato, articulation, and phrasing,