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Featured Guitar Teachers Near Jersey City, NJ

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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Guitar lessons in Jersey City . 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!

Buster H

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Double Bass

I enjoy sharing knowledge; there were those who once shared it with me and I consider myself lucky indeed to have gotten insights and feedback from some of the true masters. It has made all the difference in being able to actually achieve my musical goals. I'll share information and insights with you that have taken me MANY years to gain, and i'll also help you focus on practicing in a productive way. Read More

Derek P

Instruments: Guitar

I'm pretty laidback and like to make the student feel comfortable. If given the opportunity I can definitely launch into some pretty passionate talks about music , to really reach out and teach my students some really cool things. At the same time though, i don't like to bore any student with certain topics if they aren't ready and willing to learn these things. It really depends on the student. I like to encourage playing or jamming in the lessons as well so that we can apply different things we are learning to actual music. Read More

Elaine A

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Synthesizer Harmonica Ukulele Recorder Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I feel very rewarded seeing my students develop a passion for music! I try to teach each student at his or her own pase. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. Read More

Thomas H

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar

I typically like to start lessons with a warm up, and this is a good opportunity to see what level a student's technique is at. I immediately address anything that I see to be problematic in the student's technique, and we start working on ways to improve it as soon as possible. These can be simple exercises and when I see that my students are improving in these exercises and that their technique has gotten better, I always make sure that they also notice the difference and give them a sense of accomplishment. Read More

David L

Instruments: Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Double Bass Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My first priority as a teacher is to find out what the student is interested in. Why do they want to play? What music do they like? What are they hoping to accomplish? That is always my starting point. From there, I help the students reach their individual goals, while also teaching a basic curriculum I have designed myself in order to give the students the skills and knowledge all players require. Read More

Colette C

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Ukulele Recorder Music Keyboard

Im an elementary music teacher based in New York City! I moved to New York just over 8 months ago from Louisiana. I have loved getting to experience the creativity and art scene in the city, and am excited to further my teaching experience here. Before moving, I taught voice lessons for 6 years! I have taught all ages, from 3 to 90 (and am willing to expand!) My goal is to help people to understand their voices, and to just have fun. Read More

Dylan S

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Banjo Ukulele

My method is to teach in a way where the student can develop their own style while learning the basics of theory and technique. Depending on the skill level the student is currently comfortable with will determine where we will start. I like to make sure my students understand the first position of the instrument before moving on. We will learn this position by playing songs and developing a unique playing style for the student. Read More

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David C

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

What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
While some of my musical achievements were performance based, such as attaining 1st chair in the West Chester University Guitar Ensemble, or recording a series of Christmas music videos for QVC, my favorites have always revolved around education. When my elementary school choirs were tired of singing the traditional Christmas songs, I was tremendously proud that they enjoyed the new ones that I composed for them. I loved the success that the students in my guitar class (and private students)had with the guitar methods that I created specifically for them. I'm also quite proud how well received my methods have been with other teachers that have attended my seminars or seen my work online.

What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Practicing effectively is the most important concept to get across to a student. To do this, the student must develop the ability to critique their own performance in order to identify areas in need of improvement. By focusing on these specific areas, students then maximize the efficacy of their practice time. This removes much of the frustration involved with practice. It's also important to set some time aside, when practicing, to play pieces that have already been mastered, but are still enjoyed by the student; "fun time". While this is not technically "practice", it gives the muscles a break from more strenuous tasks and allows the student to enjoy the instrument.

Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I tend to think that it chose me. I had been playing the saxophone in school since I was in 4th grade. I enjoyed it, but it really wasn't something that I took very seriously. In high school, a friend bought a new guitar and decided to teach me how to play a few simple chords. After that, I was hooked, I could not get enough. I immediately went out and bought my own guitar and started taking lessons. I drove my family crazy playing constantly. Once I had that guitar, I knew I'd be playing for the rest of my life.

Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
Absolutely! I've had a number of teachers in my life that have inspired me in different ways. In college, I loved my Classical guitar teacher's way of fusing material from multiple methods to cover everything his students needed. My voice teacher showed me that a sense of humor went a long way in helping students accomplish difficult tasks. My high school history teacher was a model of dedication to his field of study, and was able to bring that passion to every lesson he taught. I've been very fortunate throughout my education to have had inspirational teachers, and when I teach, I try to live up to their example.

When will I start to see results?
Results are always immediate, but it's important to set reasonable expectations. If a student has a busy schedule and not much time to practice, then they shouldn't expect to sail through material. I don't require a minimum amount of daily practice time for my students, because I understand that everyone's schedule is different. My only rule is that they practice as much as they can, as long as it's still fun. When it ceases to be fun, they need to take a break; but they must also understand that if you get a total of an hour a week practice, you can't expect to move as quickly as someone who gets five.

How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
For young children interested in playing instruments like guitar, bass or ukulele, I assess their readiness by observing a two factors. The first is to see if the child still has "the wiggles". In order to play the instruments that I teach, they must sit on the lap, relatively still, for a sizable amount of time. If a child wiggles too much, practice becomes very frustrating, leading them to think of it more as a chore then something to be enjoyed. Next, it's important to see if the motivation to play the instrument comes entirely from the child. If the desire to play is not their own, the lesson, again, becomes a chore for them to do. This runs the risk, not only, of failing to teach the child, but also of ruining any future enjoyment or desire they might have of playing an instrument.

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