Jason G
Instruments: Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Country, R&B, Funk, Latin Jazz, Swing, Bossa Nova, Soul
Jason G
Instruments: Guitar, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar
Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Folk, Country, R&B, Funk, Latin Jazz, Swing, Bossa Nova, Soul
Where I Teach:
In Your Home
Ages Taught: 10-80
ABOUT
Degrees / Training / Special Info:
BA, University of Pittsburgh, Music - Jazz Studies
Awards:
2014 - Performed with University of Pittsburgh Jazz Ensemble 2015 - Performed with University of Pittsburgh Small Jazz Combo directed by Geri Allen 2016 - Performed with University of Pittsburgh Small Jazz Combo directed by Geri Allen
Overview:
I am a very passionate and motivated instructor who truly enjoys sharing my love and curiosity of music with everyone. In 2016, I graduated from University of Pittsburgh with a B.A. in Jazz Studies. Some of the the highlights of my musical career have been studying under legendary Pittsburgh jazz guitarist, Joe Negri, and world renowned jazz pianist, Geri Allen at University of Pittsburgh. I am also an active performer throughout Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, and New York with my own jazz, funk, and jam group, The Clock Reads and have shared the stage with acts such as Poogie Bell, The Werks, Consider the Source, Robert Randolph.
EXPERIENCE
My teaching experience covers a number of musical environments. I worked for local non-profit music educational program, Creative Life Support, where I taught songwriting, recording, and performance to underprivileged and homeless youth in Pittsburgh. I have my own private students which I travel to their homes to study, and work for a teaching studio in Mars, PA. Music has always been a special and amazing part of my life, and sharing my love, curiosity, and excitement on the subject is a passion of mine. An important part of my teaching process is make sure the student is having fun and finding some sort of passion in the material. Regular practice and a consistent schedule will be emphasized in order for my students to progress. Whether or not a student has performance goals will shape the style in which I teach to help them both reach their goals, and musically progress.
METHODS USED
For beginning students, I will introduce basic guitar and musical terminology and focus and proper form of playing. Once certain fundamentals have been established I will begin to introduce a repertoire based on the student's interests and skill level. Depending on the age of the student I will start them on Berklee's Guitar Method I if they are old enough. I find it particular useful will adult students to know what types of music they are personally interested in and cater lessons to their interests. This will keep them engaged but learning at the same time.
LESSON STYLE
The most important aspect of teaching for me is seeing my students develop a love and curiosity for music. Nothing makes a better musician than a deep personal passion and desire to learn more about the subject. This is why each student will develop at their own pace. By setting realistic goals for each student that will both challenge and inspire them, I can better tailor my methods of instruction to their needs. And finally, I hope to get my students to expand their musical horizons by listening and finding new music on their own and having the confidence to learn more without the aid of a teacher beside them.
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