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Electric Guitar with Tim M.

Manchester, Connecticut

4.9
(11)
Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks English
Teaching since 1990
Bachelor of Music: Classical Guitar Performance

    About Tim M.

    4.9
    (11)
    I am a Hartt School of Music trained classical guitarist raised on the electric guitar. With over 20 years of teaching experience, I have helped students of all ages achieve their musical goals. Whether it's getting into the school jazz band, a college degree program or simply playing for friends, I can help you get there. My studio is a spacious and well-equipped learning environment designed with the guitarist in mind. I have Fall, Winter, Spring beginner classes; rock band classes, monthly jam sessions and more.

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teacher's Studio
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    Hilliard Street

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    12 PM-1 PM
    1:30 PM-2 PM
    3:30 PM-4 PM
    5 PM-6 PM
    Tuesday
    11 AM-1 PM
    Wednesday
    12 PM-3 PM
    Thursday
    10 AM-11 AM
    12 PM-3 PM
    Sunday
    10:30 AM-5 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
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    4.9
    11 Reviews
    Cullen
    Teacher's studio
    I have been a student of Tim’s for a little over a year now. I started playing guitar at age 52 and when I started with Tim I was very close to giving up or settling on just being able to strum a few chords. I have had many hand injuries in the past that have resulted in arthritis and lack of dexterity in my wrists and some of my fingers and I started doubting I would ever be able to progress in my ability to play. From the very first lesson where I told Tim about my hand issues and my frustrations, he told me he was sure we could work around any physical limitations I had, and he was right. Tim has been able to work with me on alternative ways to play the chords I was having trouble with and has shown me that these alternate techniques along with the bit of music theory he sprinkles into lessons can really expand my ability to play. In the time I have been studying with Tim, I have done more than I thought I ever could. I went from a frustrated beginner guitar player to having enough confidence to play on stage with some of Tim’s other students and I am now looking forward to what I will be able to do on the guitar instead of being frustrated with what I can’t do. Tim is a talented and passionate musician as well as a knowledgeable and very relatable instructor which is a rare combination and he's also a really great guy and any student of any age or ability will benefit from studying with him.
    Posted Jun 3, 2019
    Sam
    Teacher's studio
    Tim is an excellent guitar teacher and an overall great guy. He provided me with structure and support, enabling me to make the most out of my practice and ultimately progress as a player. His warm personality and contagious enthusiasm for music kept me looking forward to our time together each week. He was also very flexible when it came to scheduling to accommodate for my dynamic schedule.
    Posted Feb 16, 2018
    Brad
    Teacher's studio
    Tim is an excellent teacher, providing excellent advice, practice techniques, and insights. He makes learning and improving easy and enjoyable.
    Posted Jan 18, 2018

    Experience

    Proprietor/Educator

    Jan, 2010 - Present

    Studio - Manchester, CT

    Providing instruction on guitars (electric, acoustic, classical), bass, mandolin, banjo and GarageBand. Developing ensemble experience with monthly student performances. Songwriting and recording also.

    Guitar Instructor

    Jun, 2003 - Aug, 2004

    Music and Arts - West Hartford

    Providing music instruction to children and adults from the surrounding community.

    Teaching Artist

    Aug, 2000 - Aug, 2011

    Summit Studios - Manchester, CT

    Providing instruction on guitar, bass, banjo and mandolin to children and adults from the surrounding community. Created and developed the 'Rock Band Jam' class to further students' development in ensemble playing and performing.

    Guitar Instructor

    Jan, 1998 - May, 2003

    Lasalle Music - West Hartford, CT

    Providing instruction to children and adults from the surrounding community.

    Guitar Instructor

    Jan, 1996 - Dec, 1998

    Music Works - South Windsor, CT

    Providing guitar instruction to children and adults from the surrounding community

    Guitar Instructor

    Jan, 1993 - Dec, 1998

    Berlin Music Center - Berlin, CT

    Providing guitar instruction to children and adults from the surrounding community

    Guitar Instructor

    Jan, 1993 - Dec, 1998

    Tirkot Music - West Hartford, CT

    Providing music instruction to children and adults from the surrounding community

    Education

    Bachelor of Music: Classical Guitar Performance

    Sep, 1992 - May, 1996

    Hartt School - University of Hartford

    Awards

    Hall of Fame - Instrumental

    Jun, 2009

    Manchester Arts

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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