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Kearny, NJ
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...

New York, NY
I hold both a Bachelor's degree in Jazz guitar, composition/ arranging and a Masters Degree in music composition, and have studied guitar with Greg Howe (Shrapnel/Tone Center), Scott McGill (Lasers Edge) and Jazz icons...
I hold both a Bachelor's degree in Jazz guitar, composition/ arranging and a Masters Degree in music composition, and have studied guitar with Greg Howe (Shrapnel/Tone Center), Scott McGill (Lasers Edge) and Jazz icons...
I’ve only had two lessons so far as a total beginner, and I’m really enjoying it! Rob is super patient and explains things in a way that actually makes sense. We moved at a comfortable pace, and I never felt rushed or judged for b... - Anonymous, 2 lessons with Rob

New York, NY
I have been playing both acoustic and electric guitar for the past 15 years. I have also taught beginner 1-1 guitar lessons before. I have taken lessons with professional guitar players and have previously played in a band.
I have been playing both acoustic and electric guitar for the past 15 years. I have also taught beginner 1-1 guitar lessons before. I have taken lessons with professional guitar players and have previously played in a band.

New York, NY
I am a good teacher of basic guitar to beginning-intermediate level students. We study note reading on the guitar, basic chords, strumming and finger-picking. I don't teach tablature. I've got a wide variety of repertoire...
I am a good teacher of basic guitar to beginning-intermediate level students. We study note reading on the guitar, basic chords, strumming and finger-picking. I don't teach tablature. I've got a wide variety of repertoire...

Flushing, NY
I have been playing guitar for 27 years. I received private lessons in my formative years and more recently completed 3 years of formal education in Q.C.C's revamped music performance program. The formal training in ear training/...
I have been playing guitar for 27 years. I received private lessons in my formative years and more recently completed 3 years of formal education in Q.C.C's revamped music performance program. The formal training in ear training/...
As a beginner in guitar, I like the teaching style of Steve pretty much as it adjusts according to everyone's background knowledge and learning pace. The first class with Steve is really a wonderful one and I'll definitely follow ... - Linzhi, 7 lessons with Steve

Brooklyn, NY
Bass Guitar instructor for 6 years. Double Bass instructor for 6 years.
Bass Guitar instructor for 6 years. Double Bass instructor for 6 years.

New York, NY
I have been teaching guitar for 30 years. My books show students correct methods & stress note reading to insure proper musical habits. I also combine singing & playing for maximimum study & enjoyment of all musical styles. All...
I have been teaching guitar for 30 years. My books show students correct methods & stress note reading to insure proper musical habits. I also combine singing & playing for maximimum study & enjoyment of all musical styles. All...
Keith has been in the game for decades, and he is teaching me everything I need to know from the ground up! He is knowledgeable in all things guitar and wrote a book for teaching guitar before I was born. It’s a priceless opportun... - Yasmin, 21 lessons with Keith

New York, NY
I have been playing guitar since 13 years old. I'm comfortable in teaching people chord progressions and strumming patterns to go along. I know and can teach major/minor triads, 7ths chords (with tensions), and scales.
I have been playing guitar since 13 years old. I'm comfortable in teaching people chord progressions and strumming patterns to go along. I know and can teach major/minor triads, 7ths chords (with tensions), and scales.

Glen Rock, NJ
I have been playing the guitar for over 20 years. I have held the position of lead guitar and rhythm guitar in several bands and have experience teaching both electric and acoustic guitar. I have studied classical...
I have been playing the guitar for over 20 years. I have held the position of lead guitar and rhythm guitar in several bands and have experience teaching both electric and acoustic guitar. I have studied classical...

Teaneck, NJ
I attended Wittenberg University (sacred music) studying conducting and orchestration at New York University for humanities, and the Mannes College of Music (M.Mus. classical guitar performance and theory).
I attended Wittenberg University (sacred music) studying conducting and orchestration at New York University for humanities, and the Mannes College of Music (M.Mus. classical guitar performance and theory).

New York, NY
I have played the guitar for over 18 years, taking weekly lessons starting in second grade until graduating high school. I have been formally trained in music theory, guitar tablature, ear training, and composition. I have written...
I have played the guitar for over 18 years, taking weekly lessons starting in second grade until graduating high school. I have been formally trained in music theory, guitar tablature, ear training, and composition. I have written...

Brooklyn, NY
I have a BFA in Jazz Performance on guitar. For over 10 years I have played with groups from all over the world, have toured with world class musicians and have performed on a regular basis.
I have a BFA in Jazz Performance on guitar. For over 10 years I have played with groups from all over the world, have toured with world class musicians and have performed on a regular basis.

I have worked as a Music Educator at the Social & Pedagogic Academic Institutes teaching pedagogic & didactic principles to teachers and at the same time I have been teaching classical and popular guitar at all levels and ages at...
I have worked as a Music Educator at the Social & Pedagogic Academic Institutes teaching pedagogic & didactic principles to teachers and at the same time I have been teaching classical and popular guitar at all levels and ages at...
Raymond is very knowledgeable and easy to work with. He makes the lesson easy to understand. I am looking forward to the next lesson. - Alan, 6 lessons with Raymond

Beginning with four years of formal weekly guitar lessons, I have been playing guitar for nearly 30 years. As a guitarist, I have played electric lead guitar with Christian Praise and Worship bands and have written and...
Beginning with four years of formal weekly guitar lessons, I have been playing guitar for nearly 30 years. As a guitarist, I have played electric lead guitar with Christian Praise and Worship bands and have written and...
Such a nice guy, fun and very knowledgeable . He had a ton of patience and did not make me feel like an idiot . - Dulcie, 5 lessons with Danny

I hold a B.M. from Berklee College of Music in Guitar Studies, and an M.M. from the New England Conservatory in Jazz Studies. I have taught, performed, recorded, and toured for over 20 years.
I hold a B.M. from Berklee College of Music in Guitar Studies, and an M.M. from the New England Conservatory in Jazz Studies. I have taught, performed, recorded, and toured for over 20 years.
Justin took me through some basics of pentatonic major and minor fingerings, moving between them and then some variations of chords to use in A blues including D7 and E7 as well as D9 and E9. Justin also gave me some suggestion... - Michael

I have a Bachelor of Music (BM) in Music Composition with a focus in guitar. I've performed 100+ live events as a guitarist, performing everything from classical guitar recitals to jazz gigs and from metal/rock concerts to...
I have a Bachelor of Music (BM) in Music Composition with a focus in guitar. I've performed 100+ live events as a guitarist, performing everything from classical guitar recitals to jazz gigs and from metal/rock concerts to...
I decided to give Shawn a try based on his rating and the fact that he could tutor my high school junior in both precalculus AND physics. My son has completed one session and we are SOLD! My son actually enjoyed the lesson (if som... - Laurie, 44 lessons with Shawn

Professional Musician for 35 years
Professional Musician for 35 years
Excellent lesson - Scott was very well prepared, has provided helpful exercises for me to work on, and is focused on helping me achieve the goals I’ve discussed with him. - Dan, 3 lessons with Scott

I have experience with arranging fingerstyle guitar pieces as well as accompaniment with jazz and RnB style chords. I also have experience in music theory and ear training and how these skills apply to the guitar. I have taught...
I have experience with arranging fingerstyle guitar pieces as well as accompaniment with jazz and RnB style chords. I also have experience in music theory and ear training and how these skills apply to the guitar. I have taught...
Sergio goes above and beyond understanding my unique needs. He's extremely patient and was able to teach me chemistry concepts I've been struggling with for weeks in just two sessions! He prioritizes making sure you really underst... - Kumi, 7 lessons with Sergio

I've been playing guitar for 15+ years. I have experience teaching guitar to students aged 9-45. I have a Summa Cum Laude degree from University of Miami's Frost School of Music.
I've been playing guitar for 15+ years. I have experience teaching guitar to students aged 9-45. I have a Summa Cum Laude degree from University of Miami's Frost School of Music.
My daughter had her first sight reading class with Chandler, he is very professional and knowledgeable. My daughter enjoyed the class and learn a lot from him already. - Gabriela, 6 lessons with Chandler

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...
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...
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

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,...
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,...
I highly recommend, without any reservation, Philip Paulsen to anyone wanting to learn, or become more proficient with, Apple's Logic Pro DAW! Not only is Philip an expert with Logic, he is an excellent communicator,... - Ricky, 48 lessons with Philip

With 10 years of professional touring and recording experience on guitar and bass, I have played both international and national tours and recorded with Grammy Award-winning producers like Joe West (Keith Urban, Vince Gill). I have been...
With 10 years of professional touring and recording experience on guitar and bass, I have played both international and national tours and recorded with Grammy Award-winning producers like Joe West (Keith Urban, Vince Gill). I have been...
My first guitar lesson with Michael went very well. He was welcoming and friendly, had a very organized lesson plan, and was very passionate about teaching. I look forward to future lessons with him. - Albert, 6 lessons with Michael

I have a Master of Music in Composition from the University of South Carolina, and I have been playing guitar for 19+ years. I have been teaching private guitar lessons for over 5 years, and my studio currently consists of over 20...
I have a Master of Music in Composition from the University of South Carolina, and I have been playing guitar for 19+ years. I have been teaching private guitar lessons for over 5 years, and my studio currently consists of over 20...

I've been playing guitar for a decade now. I've performed onstage for 30 hours a week at the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park playing 45 minute sets of folk music. I've also gigged weekly nearly every weekend for the past two...
I've been playing guitar for a decade now. I've performed onstage for 30 hours a week at the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park playing 45 minute sets of folk music. I've also gigged weekly nearly every weekend for the past two...
I would definitely recommend Josh to anyone looking to learn jazz. I am an intermediate player and I feel like I have already improved my guitar skills in just the first lesson. He is a pro and really enjoys what he does. If you a... - Lou

I have a degree from Berklee College of Music in guitar performance. I've done gigging and session work for many professional musical artists. I teach beginner all the way to pro level guitar playing. I play acoustic and...
I have a degree from Berklee College of Music in guitar performance. I've done gigging and session work for many professional musical artists. I teach beginner all the way to pro level guitar playing. I play acoustic and...
Alden is very kind, professional and compassionate! I’m not a guitar player, but I know a lot about theory cause I have a BA in music. He understood exactly my needs so I’m hoping to advance my playing cause I feel he’s the right ... - Alessia Calvaruso
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