What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed25 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Class Experience
Private guitar lessons. 1-on-1 instruction individualized to each learner's unique needs and goals. Perfect for complete beginners, intermediate players, or advanced players who are looking to develop new skills and further their technique. No previous experience or knowledge is required. Possible topics that will be worked on: -How to hold the guitar and pick -How to tune the guitar -Playing position and rest position -How to strum -Hand/finger position -How to read chords, tab, and music notation -How to play chords and chord progressions -How to count and play strumming patterns on the guitar -How to play songs using chords -How to play melodies Bring your guitar and any music that you may be working on! I will also provide you with exercises and songs for your skill level during our lesson. I encourage family members to assist their learners if needed during the first lesson, but to remain off-screen during this class per Outschool policy. Frequent modeling, clear directions, and repetition will be used during instruction to maximize students' success. After a student's first lesson, I highly suggest allowing your student to learn and play their instrument independently to allow them to progress into self-sufficient and self-motivated musicians.
Learning Goals
Students will develop and improve their guitar skills such as how to hold the instrument, playing position and rest position, how to strum, proper hand and finger position, play chords and chord progressions, count and play strumming patterns, and how to play songs using chords, and how to play melodies. They will also improve their rhythm, counting skills, music reading skills, and pattern recognition.
Other Details
Supply List
Students must have their own guitar (6 strings). Guitars must be tuned before the start of every class (parents please assist with this as needed). Songs and exercises will be provided during each lesson.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Teachers College, Columbia University
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Ithaca College
I am a certified music educator with a M.A in Music & Music Education. I have been playing the guitar for over 20 years. I have been teaching group music classes for 11 years. I also have taught private music lessons for 16 years. I love this instrument and specialize in teaching beginning instrumental music lessons to young beginners.
Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$40
per sessionMeets on demand
25 min
Completed by 17 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-18
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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