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I have performed with a Sony Music Publishing signed artist and artists who have shared the stage with John Mayer, Eric Clapton, and The Rolling Stones. 10 years of guitar experience. Played professional shows in New York including at Mercury Lounge and the Delancey. 3+ year of music theory experience with...
I have performed with a Sony Music Publishing signed artist and artists who have shared the stage with John Mayer, Eric Clapton, and The Rolling Stones. 10 years of guitar experience. Played professional shows in New York including at Mercury Lounge and the Delancey. 3+ year of music theory experience with...
Alexander is helping my 16-year-old daughter get to the next level of guitar playing and song composition by teaching her ear training and improvisation. Although he is classically trained and can engage in formal musical instruct... - Natasha
Near Santa Monica, CA
I have over 5 years of experience teaching acoustic guitar and songwriting to students of all ages. I specialize in beginner-friendly lessons focused on chords, strumming, fingerpicking, and creative expression through music. As a performer and songwriter, I guide students in writing their own songs and...
I have over 5 years of experience teaching acoustic guitar and songwriting to students of all ages. I specialize in beginner-friendly lessons focused on chords, strumming, fingerpicking, and creative expression through music. As a performer and songwriter, I guide students in writing their own songs and...
Near Santa Monica, CA
I have been playing guitar for over 25 years. I have majored in music with a focus on classical guitar. I have played in bands, and still play guitar on a daily basis. I can teach you all the basics, as well as some music theory.
I have been playing guitar for over 25 years. I have majored in music with a focus on classical guitar. I have played in bands, and still play guitar on a daily basis. I can teach you all the basics, as well as some music theory.
My son is incredibly happy with Allan and his methods to make learning fun and stress free. Math can be an intimidating subject and Allan has given him confidence to approach his assignments without fear and anxiety. Allan will no... - Santrise, 2 lessons with Allan
Near Santa Monica, CA
I have been studying Rock & Blues guitar for over 15 years. I am very comfortable teaching acoustic and electric guitar. I am familiar with the fundamentals of ear training, solo phrasing, bar chords, and fingerpicking.
I have been studying Rock & Blues guitar for over 15 years. I am very comfortable teaching acoustic and electric guitar. I am familiar with the fundamentals of ear training, solo phrasing, bar chords, and fingerpicking.
I’ve been working with Matan for 3 months and he’s been a gift to my creative journey. From day one, he took the time to understand what I was looking to accomplish to help me with my mission. He’s knowledgeable, patient, and p... - Catherine, 19 lessons with Matan
Near Santa Monica, CA
I am a Guitar instructor. I have been teaching Guitar & Bass Guitar at primary music schools and summer camps as well as teaching privately in Los Angeles for over a decade by now. I love teaching Acoustic Guitar, Nylon String, Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar and Fretless Bass...
I am a Guitar instructor. I have been teaching Guitar & Bass Guitar at primary music schools and summer camps as well as teaching privately in Los Angeles for over a decade by now. I love teaching Acoustic Guitar, Nylon String, Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar and Fretless Bass...
I enjoyed my first ever guitar lesson and learned to play a little bit. I feel good about it and look forward to the next time. He is very knowledgeable and to my amazement could determine what notes I was playing over the inte... - Ron, 2 lessons with Evren
Near Santa Monica, CA
I’m a professional guitar and bass player, song writer and producer in Los Angeles with a degree in guitar performance, song writing and Music Production. I have performed in a lot of live events as a guitarist and bassist, from studio to stage doing metal/rock concerts. In film industry I’ve done...
I’m a professional guitar and bass player, song writer and producer in Los Angeles with a degree in guitar performance, song writing and Music Production. I have performed in a lot of live events as a guitarist and bassist, from studio to stage doing metal/rock concerts. In film industry I’ve done...
We brought our daughter to Chris for guitar lessons. She’s a very shy teenager but Chris helped her come out of her shell by picking up on her strengths. He’s very patient and encouraging. Our daughter has also recently started wr... - Rene, 2 lessons with Christopher
Near Santa Monica, CA
I have been playing guitar and ukulele from childhood, as well as other instruments and understanding of music theory. Ukulele, in particular, is an area of expertise. From strumming basic chords to more advanced extensions and picking patterns, I can help students develop their skills!
I have been playing guitar and ukulele from childhood, as well as other instruments and understanding of music theory. Ukulele, in particular, is an area of expertise. From strumming basic chords to more advanced extensions and picking patterns, I can help students develop their skills!
Near Santa Monica, CA
I graduated with a scholarship, honors and awards. I have more than 10 years of experience in teaching guitar. My goal is to help you reach your full potential as a guitarist and make you enjoy the whole process! I teach both acoustic and electric guitar all levels and ages.
I graduated with a scholarship, honors and awards. I have more than 10 years of experience in teaching guitar. My goal is to help you reach your full potential as a guitarist and make you enjoy the whole process! I teach both acoustic and electric guitar all levels and ages.
I’ve been taking singling and guitar lessons from John for several months and I’ve been able to learn several songs that include both guitar strumming and fingerpicking. We’re currently working to fine tune “Sorry seems to be the ... - Marc, 197 lessons with John
Near Santa Monica, CA
I've been playing guitar for over 20 years now, and have a B.A. from Musicians Institute in Guitar Performance. I love to play in a wide variety of styles, and have a great deal of performance and recording experience through years of freelance gigs, various bands, and my work as a teaching assistant...
I've been playing guitar for over 20 years now, and have a B.A. from Musicians Institute in Guitar Performance. I love to play in a wide variety of styles, and have a great deal of performance and recording experience through years of freelance gigs, various bands, and my work as a teaching assistant...
Kevin is an awesome teacher! We worked on funk guitar and blues guitar techniques. Kevin has complete mastery of these styles and also has gift for conveying information to students in a concise and accessible manner. Kevin was al... - Steven
Near Santa Monica, CA
Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Jazz Guitar and Arrangement. I have been teaching jazz guitar and improvisation in multiple countries including Japan, Germany and Italy focusing on high level university entrance exams and performance preparation. I developed my personal teaching method...
Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Jazz Guitar and Arrangement. I have been teaching jazz guitar and improvisation in multiple countries including Japan, Germany and Italy focusing on high level university entrance exams and performance preparation. I developed my personal teaching method...
My 13 year old son really enjoyed his lessons with Riccardo. He wanted a teacher that could help him learn the fundamentals of jazz guitar, and Riccardo was just the person he was looking for. Riccardo is extremely knowledgeable, ... - Joseph, 2 lessons with Riccardo
Near Santa Monica, CA
I have over 16 years of experience as a professional guitar player. I have toured the world and played in chart topping bands like "Palaye Royale" & worked with grammy nominated producers like Graham Edwards (Britney Spears, Korn, INXS). I have been teaching both electric guitar and acoustic...
I have over 16 years of experience as a professional guitar player. I have toured the world and played in chart topping bands like "Palaye Royale" & worked with grammy nominated producers like Graham Edwards (Britney Spears, Korn, INXS). I have been teaching both electric guitar and acoustic...
Philip is extremely patient and knowledgeable. I am a true beginner at guitar, he encouraged and pushed when I felt like I didn’t want to continue. Highly recommend. - Dorrtheia
Near Santa Monica, CA
I began teaching guitar many (many) years ago when I was 14. I have volunteered as a music teacher across 4 continents working with students from beginner to advanced. I have played on multiple Grammy Award winning recordings, with artists ranging from Les Paul, Ke$ha, Bob Dylan, Halsey (and many other styles...
I began teaching guitar many (many) years ago when I was 14. I have volunteered as a music teacher across 4 continents working with students from beginner to advanced. I have played on multiple Grammy Award winning recordings, with artists ranging from Les Paul, Ke$ha, Bob Dylan, Halsey (and many other styles...
Simple fabulous. Helps you understand the concepts in a way that is easy to understand and very effective for excellent test results. I would highly recommend him if you need a tutor - Jett, 4 lessons with Ramage
Near Santa Monica, CA
I am a graduate of NYU's music program and I've been playing guitar for over 20 years. I've taught students of a variety of different ages, including young kids. I currently work as a professional music producer, songwriter, teacher, and session musician. I enjoy helping others level up their...
I am a graduate of NYU's music program and I've been playing guitar for over 20 years. I've taught students of a variety of different ages, including young kids. I currently work as a professional music producer, songwriter, teacher, and session musician. I enjoy helping others level up their...
Near Santa Monica, CA
35 years of performing locally and abroad. Toured and/or recorded with David Hasslehoff, Davis Gaines (Phantom of the Opera), The Ten Tenors from Australia, Mike Gurley from the band Dada.
35 years of performing locally and abroad. Toured and/or recorded with David Hasslehoff, Davis Gaines (Phantom of the Opera), The Ten Tenors from Australia, Mike Gurley from the band Dada.
Near Santa Monica, CA
I have more of 15 years of experience teaching electric guitar and acoustic guitar, private lessons and former teacher in Pasadena Music Academy and Topanga Music School. Im also professional guitar player. I tour all over the world playing live shows and recording sessions with artist like Grandson,...
I have more of 15 years of experience teaching electric guitar and acoustic guitar, private lessons and former teacher in Pasadena Music Academy and Topanga Music School. Im also professional guitar player. I tour all over the world playing live shows and recording sessions with artist like Grandson,...
Ramon has been a great teacher. It just 3 lessons I've made great progress actually learning a new style of music (flamenco) I've always liked but but never tried. Instead of focusing just on theory and scales I was able to work... - Peter, 6 lessons with Ramon
Near Santa Monica, CA
I've played guitar for 30+ years, and also taught it. I specialize in fingerpicking and strumming classic rock songs by Bob Dylan, Simon and Garfunkel, Cat Stevens, Tom Petty, Neil Young, and many more. I believe in quickly getting up to speed so you can have fun playing songs and riffs that are instantly...
I've played guitar for 30+ years, and also taught it. I specialize in fingerpicking and strumming classic rock songs by Bob Dylan, Simon and Garfunkel, Cat Stevens, Tom Petty, Neil Young, and many more. I believe in quickly getting up to speed so you can have fun playing songs and riffs that are instantly...
Rick helped me with learning the basics of Photoshop. I'm starting at the beginning and he was extremely patient and well versed in the program. He's also funny (which is a good thing). Thanks, Rick! - Maisha
Near Santa Monica, CA
With 12+ years of guitar experience and a degree from Berklee College of Music, Kelly has 3+ years of professional experience teaching guitar to students of all ages and levels. She has worked for teaching companies such as School of Rock, Guitar Center Music Lessons Department, StrumClub and Kid Row...
With 12+ years of guitar experience and a degree from Berklee College of Music, Kelly has 3+ years of professional experience teaching guitar to students of all ages and levels. She has worked for teaching companies such as School of Rock, Guitar Center Music Lessons Department, StrumClub and Kid Row...
Kelly is an excellent music tutor. Kelly is kind, patient and talented. Kelly has guided my daughter with the new technique to strengthen her skill. My daughter is looking forward to each session with Kelly. We are so glad to ... - Lora, 8 lessons with Kelly
Near Santa Monica, CA
I have been teaching guitar for over 30 years. I have been teaching guitar in private or group class settings for over 30 years. I have developed my own guitar teaching curriculum. I can teach any style.
I have been teaching guitar for over 30 years. I have been teaching guitar in private or group class settings for over 30 years. I have developed my own guitar teaching curriculum. I can teach any style.
Near Santa Monica, CA
I hold a B.M in Jazz and Commercial Music with an emphasis in Guitar from the University of Denver Lamont School of music. I have been playing and teaching professionally for the past 7 years.
I hold a B.M in Jazz and Commercial Music with an emphasis in Guitar from the University of Denver Lamont School of music. I have been playing and teaching professionally for the past 7 years.
I contacted Paul for guitar lessons, with the goal of learning electric guitar to ultimately write and record my own music. Once we established my long term goals, Paul immediately adapted his lesson plan to my desired outcomes. W... - Jacob, 8 lessons with Paul
Near Santa Monica, CA
With regards to guitar, I'm proficient in many popular genres and playing techniques! Rock, Blues, Jazz, Chord Melody, Acoustic, right hand finger-picking patterns, melodic soloing, you name it! My education was super thorough and eclectic. I teach all ages as well, children and adults alike. If you find...
With regards to guitar, I'm proficient in many popular genres and playing techniques! Rock, Blues, Jazz, Chord Melody, Acoustic, right hand finger-picking patterns, melodic soloing, you name it! My education was super thorough and eclectic. I teach all ages as well, children and adults alike. If you find...
Professional Guitar player for over 17 years. Lead Guitar in Nosis a locally recognized Latin fusion band in Tijuana, Mexico. Electronica-Fusion multi instrumentalist and producer. Expert in guitar equipment, accessories...
Professional Guitar player for over 17 years. Lead Guitar in Nosis a locally recognized Latin fusion band in Tijuana, Mexico. Electronica-Fusion multi instrumentalist and producer. Expert in guitar equipment, accessories...
Sahid has been helping me with animation using Adobe After Effects and video editing using Premiere Pro, and the lessons have been extremely helpful, especially for someone with little experience. His teaching style is hands-on, a... - Sam, 33 lessons with Sahid
I have played guitar for 14 years, beginning with lessons and continuing through self-directed study, bands, songwriting, and live performance. As a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign music studies graduate, I also used guitar...
I have played guitar for 14 years, beginning with lessons and continuing through self-directed study, bands, songwriting, and live performance. As a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign music studies graduate, I also used guitar...
As a bass teacher at the Musicians Institute, I went back and actually enrolled and completed the Guitar Institute of Technology program. With my extensive knowledge of bass, songwriting and improvisation, I feel I have a unique perspective...
As a bass teacher at the Musicians Institute, I went back and actually enrolled and completed the Guitar Institute of Technology program. With my extensive knowledge of bass, songwriting and improvisation, I feel I have a unique perspective...
Christopher was wonderful. In just a 30-minute lesson, he was able to quickly assess what I already know about music theory and helped me realize that my foundation is actually much stronger than I thought. He gave me confidence t... - Leslie, 10 lessons with Christopher
My relationship with the guitar is likely quite different than most tutors on here. I began my exploration of the instrument as a means of expanding my palette as a producer and my perspective is shaped by this introduction to the...
My relationship with the guitar is likely quite different than most tutors on here. I began my exploration of the instrument as a means of expanding my palette as a producer and my perspective is shaped by this introduction to the...
I am formally trained in music education with guitar as an instrument of concentrated study. I am a certified music teacher with 9+ years of experience, including teaching group and individual guitar lessons in public and private...
I am formally trained in music education with guitar as an instrument of concentrated study. I am a certified music teacher with 9+ years of experience, including teaching group and individual guitar lessons in public and private...
Jonathan brings a remarkable level of experience and high qualifications to his lessons. Beyond his impressive background, he is incredibly pleasant, professional, and has established a wonderful rapport with my children. He creat... - Rebecca, 18 lessons with Jonathan
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