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Guitar Private Lesson //Acoustic or Electric//Songwriting// All Ages

This is a private guitar lesson that can be booked by any level of guitar player. The student can be brand new or experienced to book this session. $10 off first class, coupon code: midde10010.
Steven Middendorp
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(360)
Rising Star
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What's included

Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed
30 mins
per session
Teacher support

Class Experience

Beginner - Advanced Level
This is a private lesson that can be booked by a student at any skill level. The student can be brand new or advanced. The student can join this session with an acoustic or an electric guitar. Be sure that the student has access to amplification if using an electric guitar during the session. The student/parent can inform the teacher of any songs or areas of focus for the session. 

Some possible areas of focus during the private session are:
- Guitar basics
- Open chords
- Barre chords
- Rhythm and strumming patterns
- Fingerpicking techniques and patterns
- Music theory basics
- Scales and lead guitar 
- Percussive guitar techniques
- Dynamics / How to make a good performance
- Learn and practice a particular song that the student wants to learn or a song that matches the student's skill level
- How to play and sing, while maintaining rhythm
- How to "jam" on the guitar with other musicians
- Songwriting skills and techniques

Get $10 off the first class with coupon code midde10010. Enter the coupon code at checkout.

Learning Goals

Students will develop their own passion for music. They will learn how to play songs that inspire, excite, and motivate them to continue improving and mastering the craft of playing music.
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Learning Needs
The teacher has experience working successfully with students who have ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Dyslexia. If your student has specific learning needs, send me a message to let me know the details!
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined November, 2020
4.8
360reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Grand Valley State University
The teacher has performed live music as a solo performer and in multiple bands for more than 20 years. He has performed at music festivals, restaurants, cafes, and retirement homes. 

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Ages: 3-18

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