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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Guitar lessons in San Francisco . 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 Trumpet
I have been teaching music since high school, where I was the brass section leader. I began to teach and play guitar in high school as well. I have taught all ages, including small children as well as senior citizens. Teaching is always refreshing and challenging- every day is different! Every student has a unique perspective with his or her own learning style. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar
Flowing between the presentation of new information and the actual active playing music is very important to the way I conduct lessons. Especially for the young, I place much more emphasis on facilitating musical experiences rather than the integration of musical nomenclature and conceptualization. When we learn to speak, our ears guide us first, and we imitate. Writing and reading comes later. I've found that this pertains to music as well, if not even moreso. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar
I have always found joy in teaching. For years, I've been sharing my knowledge with friends without charging. It all began by showing them riffs from our favorite bands and even some I had created. Gradually, I transitioned to teaching them broader musical concepts and guiding them in writing music across different genres. As word spread, my friends started recommending others to me, and I officially began teaching during my college years. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Flute Drums Ukulele Recorder Piccolo Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
The key ingredient to learning is interest. I believe that my students need to have an interest in what they are playing so that they can keep their minds and spirits engaged. Rudiments require attention and practice, but there is much more to learning an instrument than just technique; passion also needs nurturing. If a student is really in to Star Wars, for example, I will gladly incorporate the 'Imperial March' into their rudimentary studies. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Viola Saxophone Flute Clarinet
I tailor my lessons to the needs of the individual student. I use a combination of lesson books, solos and exercises to bring out the best performances my students can achieve at the time. I feel it is important for us to have fun while learning. I also use practice sheets as a motivational tool for children, so they can earn stickers and small prizes for putting the practice time in required to learn the skills needed to continue moving to the next level. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Conga Latin Percussion
He has also studied voice with Jane Sharp and piano with Ellen Wasserman. Jake has been teaching music since 2001. He was Music Program Director at Mission Hills Middle School, in Union City, for 3 years. He was also the guitar and percussion teacher at St. Paul’s Episcopal School in Oakland. Jake has also been a music instructor with COVA, Art and Soul Music Studios, Hayward Music Center and ALMA. Over the years he has performed with musicians such as Josh Jones, Michael Aaberg, Dayna Stephens, Ambrose Akinmusere, Jonathan Finlayson, Geoff Brennan, and Ray Brown. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
I believe the more practice the better... but it may be a good idea to not put too much pressure on yourself (or your student). Instead of thinking you need to practice 30-60 minutes every day, just think about sitting down and up picking up your instrument for 10 minutes... 10 minutes of focused practice of lesson material will be beneficial. And there is a pretty good chance 10 minutes turns into 15, 20, 30, or more... And this will be easier to achieve without the overwhelming pressure of having to practice for hours, and hours.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
If your child can sit still, be attentive, and try his/her best to do what the teacher is showing, they can be ready and able to do lessons. But the child has to be interested and excited about learning to play the instrument. Students and parents should realize it takes hard work and dedication to become proficient on an instrument such as guitar. There will be pain in the finger tips, mental fatigue and self-doubt... The student must have the mental strength to overcome such obstacles. And the desire must come from within.
When will I start to see results?
Typically every student is different and rate of progress is directly proportional to the amount of time spent practicing. If the progress is coming slow take a look at how much they are practicing. If week nights are busy and they don't have enough time to practice, parents should help students manage their time so they have enough time to finish school homework and get at last ten minutes of focused practice per day. You really have to treat music class like any other class you take in school. Study and learn and practice everyday and you will see progress. It can often take 1-2 years to become proficient and adept at playing songs well. But again it depends on the students' determination, perseverance, and desire to pick up the instrument. The desire cannot be forced and must come from within.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I suppose my Father inspired me to play by having guitars and playing while I was growing up. I saw how much fun and enjoyment he had when playing music alone or with friends. I began taking guitar class in Junior High School and playing along with my Dad and his friends. I think it was the challenge of mastering guitar itself that inspired me to keep working and learning. I didn't even think about it. It seems I was naturally drawn to it. I had the determination to learn what to do and then practice it until it sounded good.
I also learned that playing songs over and over for fun is also good practice. The repetition will help you master chord fingering, chord changes, and rhythm patterns. Studying the composition of a song will give you insights to what chords sound good together and what kind of dynamics can be used over the course of a song. With a general understanding of the basics, you can take what you've learned and begin to create your own sounds. The sky is the limit for musical creativity and that's what truly inspires me.
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