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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Guitar lessons in Columbus . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
My name is Samuel and I am an Ohio born guitarist who emigrated to Los Angeles in 2008 to attend the Guitar Institute of Technology. I have already been playing for years, and studying with GIT teachers such as Jeff Marshall, Daniel Gilbert, Dale Turner. At the same time, I performed in jam bands. I also played in the original band, The Moog. My quest to learn more on the instrument, and grow musically is what led me to Hollywood, California's GIT. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I like to utilize many avenues of teaching and learning music. There are a handful of books I like to use for both beginner and advanced guitarists. The internet is a vast resource that contains just about anything you would want to know! Google and YouTube are great for learning songs, techniques and theory without need for a teacher or even an instrument. For intermediate to advanced players, I have some books, authors, guitarists and Internet personalities I might point to. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Bass Guitar
Music should be fun. If it isn't fun, why do it? Music is art, not machinery, and I believe lesson time should be the perfect blend of work and fun. It takes work to achieve new skill levels in music, but it takes joy, love and fun to make the work worth it! I help guide students to achieve new goals by encouraging and always pointing to the positive (because to me negative reinforcement just doesn't work). Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
Over my years of teaching I have developed various "games" and "fun" lessons to keep young ones interested while learning important skills. For older students and adults I adapt a teaching style based on what I refer to as the four pillars Pat Martino, Don Mock, Howard Roberts and Ted Greene into a lesson plan to suit the individual. I do not believe that a cookie cutter teaching method could possibly accomplish nearly as much. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Harmonica
Shortly after graduating from Otterbein University, I became a certified substitute teacher for three consecutive school years (2012-2015). While pursuing my career in music, I also greatly enjoyed my time in the classroom. I was certified to teach grades K-12 and worked at dozens of different school districts in the Columbus, OH area. My experience in these various classroom environments, teaching an array of subjects, helped me develop a comfort level with students of varying backgrounds, interests and age levels. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Ukulele Double Bass Acoustic Guitar
When beginning teaching I typically assess the learners general attention span, natural strengths, and what is motivating for them. I complete a beginner piano assessment to find out how the learner is with pattern recognition, any previous knowledge they may have, and what type of instruction they respond best to. When I understand the learners least restrictive environment I will choose the type of notation we start with. This can be traditional sheet music, pop chords, or adapted notation that may consist of numbers, letters, and/or colors. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I'm a 20 college student majoring at finance but with a passion for guitar. I've been playing since I was ten years old and teaching since I was 17. I've had great success with the students who truly want to learn and have found it to be less and less challenging to get the students passionate about playing as well. This is the key in practicing and I feel that many teachers overlook that fact. Read More
Instruments: Flute Piccolo Music
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
I did play French horn in high school-my junior year we had NONE, so I, along with a few others, volunteered to pick it up, and I ended up playing French horn for 2 years, and mellophone in my school’s marching band for my senior year as one of only 2 mellos that year. I was sad to leave my flute babies for my last year marching with my high school but it ended up being super fun, and I finally developed some upper arm strength, haha!
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
Probably either writing or working as a graphic designer, I’ve always been a bookworm and I actually almost went into graphic design rather than music, I only changed my mind about halfway through my senior year of high school.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Sometimes the smallest changes have the biggest effect, always practice the hardest things first, and always keep your drink nearby-you’d be surprised by how much taking a water break can help you refocus and relax enough to figure out a tough part. Oh, and if you can, listen to what you’re preparing to play-sometimes hearing it is the best way to know how to play it.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Personally I think anyone can benefit from lessons-but if they’re at a point where rehearsals and sectionals aren’t helping much, or if they seem to be on the cusp of hitting a breakthrough sound-wise but can’t quite get it, even just a couple of private lessons can get them the help they need to be truly great!
When will I start to see results?
It depends on the student and what they’re working on-sometimes you’ll see them right away, sometimes it takes weeks or even months to be able to notice improvement. The key is patience and attention to detail!
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
Honestly, I just thought it was the prettiest sound as a kid. I’ve always loved the way trills add that little bit of almost magical sound to a piece, and the range of sound is simply beautiful.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
Double- and triple-tonguing. Getting your tongue to move in the way you need it to and articulate that fast is exceptionally tricky. But with plenty of practice, patience, and time, it comes around!
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
While I don’t have any that I use exclusively yet, Trevor Wye’s method books, which my flute professor at Murray State encouraged me to get, are probably the most complete set of exercises and have personally helped me the most.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
Not really a piece, but playing in the pit orchestra for Anastasia, Phantom of the Opera, or Carmen would be a dream come true! If I ever got to do any of those I think I’d have to keep pinching myself!
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
First, finger warmups-my fingers tend to lock at first so I need to loosen them up. Then, tone/breath exercises (my flute professor at MSU, Dr. Stephanie Rea, gave us a set that worked wonders for my tone). Then I usually do scales-I have an app that gives me a random scale for me to do so I don’t get into a pattern where I can zone out and just get it done. Then, depending on the length of the session, I sometimes do exercises to keep my range as wide as possible-Trevor Wye has some amazing exercises for this. After that, it’s an etude or longer exercise. Then I get into my piece, usually playing it through once to get an idea of what areas I need to work on so I can break it into chunks and target those spots specifically. Then I try and do a nice cool-down so my chops don’t feel worn out-usually an easy excerpt or etude.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
Yes! My grandfather had a bluegrass band with my great uncle and some friends, my father played upright bass, my 3 older sisters played clarinet, saxophone, and drums, and my younger sister is learning guitar and drums.
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Kunihiko
I made some songs and covers for acoustic guitar, and i want to play it perfectly. I feel missing something to be 100%, so i am looking for some professional help.
Linh
I'm not particularly wanted to learn other people's songs. The main reason I want to learn these instruments is because in my current dream, I want to become a songwriter.
Abha
My 7 year old son wants to learn guitar and I was wondering if you have daily guitar lessons for summers. I was looking for a class around noon may be 3-4 days a week.