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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 12+
Speaks English
Teaching since 2011
BA, Guitar and Mandolin Performance
About Max Z.
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I am a Berklee College of Music graduate in guitar & mandolin performance, and play in two 4-piece bluegrass/country bands and an acoustic duo. I've played over 400 shows since returning to Austin in 2016.
Lessons are tailored to your level and goals. We can focus on tunes you want to play, incorporating reading music, ear training and theory.
Learn by tab, music or by ear.Many students prefer to have notes or tab in front of them. I will provide the notes/tabs of songs we learn.
I want all students to come away from their lessons feeling successful.
*** Specialties ***
Guitar and Mandolin: Bluegrass, Americana, Folk, Fiddle tunes
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Eanes School Rd
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
9 AM-12:30 PM
4 PM-5:30 PM
Tuesday
8 AM-10 AM
1 PM-3 PM
4 PM-5:30 PM
Wednesday
8 AM-10 AM
12 PM-2 PM
Thursday
8 AM-10 AM
11 AM-12 PM
4 PM-5 PM
Saturday
9 AM-10 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$30
45 minutes
$40
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9 Reviews
Anne
Teacher's studio
When I started taking lessons with Max, I knew three chords and very little about music theory. I never thought I would get past G-C-D. His patience and structured lessons helped me become a better player. Max is very encouraging and that was most appreciated. I have more confidence in my playing thanks to him. I even understand the circle of fifths!
Posted Apr 19, 2020
Larry
Online
Max is a very patient and experienced teacher. I enjoyed my lesson with him and will be back for more.
Posted Mar 30, 2020
Erika tatum
Teacher's studio
Max was prepared and was flexible with teaching both guitar and mandolin. He was very patient and knowledgeable.
Posted Feb 11, 2020
Experience
Guitar and mandolin
Jan, 2016 - PresentHot Pickin 57s
Guitar and mandolin
Aug, 2016 - May, 2020One Eye Open
Music Instruction
Aug, 2011 - PresentPrivate Studio
Education
BA, Guitar and Mandolin Performance
Sep, 2006 - May, 2011Berkelee College of Music
Awards
Rockgrass Flatpicking Guitar Championship- 3rd place
Jul, 2008Planet Bluegrass
2018 Texas Flatpicking Guitar Championship- 3rd place
Jul, 2018Bay Area Bluegrass Association
2017 Texas Flatpicking Guitar Championship- 3rd place
Jul, 2017Bay Area Bluegrass Association
Affiliations
BMI
Jan, 2006Broadcast Music Inc. was founded in 1939 by forward-thinkers who wanted to represent songwriters in emerging genres, like jazz, blues and country, and protect the public performances of their music. Operating on a non-profit-making basis, BMI is now the largest music rights organization in the U.S. and is still nurturing new talent and new music.
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Eanes School Rd
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
9 AM-12:30 PM
4 PM-5:30 PM
Tuesday
8 AM-10 AM
1 PM-3 PM
4 PM-5:30 PM
Wednesday
8 AM-10 AM
12 PM-2 PM
Thursday
8 AM-10 AM
11 AM-12 PM
4 PM-5 PM
Saturday
9 AM-10 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$30
45 minutes
$40
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