Guitar Lessons California

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Cello, Viola, Music, Keyboard

...There are several fundamentals that must be mastered, regardless of style or learning preference: scales, chords, and arpeggios.  I like to select pieces that are of interest to the student, then focus on those three elements related to the key and time signatures of the piece in question.  That way, everything being learned is related and has an application rather than seeming like unnecessary punishment--which is how I percieved it as a child! ... Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone

...It's important for me to create a certain level of rapport with my students. I've noticed that students who highly respect and like their teachers, are motivated to do better simply because they want to make their teachers proud of them. ... Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

...Theodore Conner, as well as classical music theory and composition with Douglas Ovens. During his education, Gabriel was a member of several jazz improvisational groups, a big band orchestra, and he also played in the pit orchestra for musical  productions.... Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

...Usually, I'll introduce guitar tablature first (which applies to most students, depending on their personal wants.) However, I do offer theoretical tutoring and notation reading/application upon request.... Read More