Guitar Lessons in Lakeshore Learning, CA

Instruments: Piano Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

 My philosophy is to ask why, investigate what interests the student to learn music in the first place. Nine times out of ten it is a short-lived pipe dream, when the realization of consistent practice, sacrifice, and hard work equals results is reality. I then utilize lessons plans or books that I have used, accordingly. I find its good practice to have some form of a guide or lesson plan, but also make sure they have the basic concept of music theory down in order for the journey to make sense. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music

For students who are just starting out and happen to be children, I typically employ a teaching approach that begins with the acclaimed Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. This comprehensive method lays a solid foundation by covering the essential musical fundamentals. Once a young student has gained a firm grasp of these basics, it's an exciting juncture where I can start introducing them to a repertoire that's tailored to their level of advancement, all in preparation for their very first recital. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I love painting landscapes with sounds. My goal is to share this way of looking at music with my students. I had been playing the guitar for 15+ years and I had been teaching electric guitar for 5+ years in group and personalized settings; with genres varying from Pop, Rock to Progressive metal and fusion. I graduated from Berklee College of Music in 2023 with a dual major in Professional Music (Performance, Jazz Composition and Composition) and Film Scoring. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Mallet Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

During my time teaching at Victor Litz Music, where I taught for 12 years, I was lucky to work with one student who had severe dyslexia. Though he had difficulty in a classroom setting, this students general reading and musical skills blossomed over the course of several years of instruction. Through patience and a customized approach I was able to reach him in ways that, according to his parents, no other teacher was able to do. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

My private classes are fun, creative, and highly individualized according to the students abilities, goals and dreams. Students will learn many essential techniques of classical guitar, chords and arpeggios, sight readings, fingerpicking, theory of music and many of their favorite pieces. I also teach my students about the various styles of music, music history, introduce them to famous musicians, composers and performers as well as to help them to develop their own unique style of performance. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar

Regardless of a student's skill level, I utilize my own personal methods and lesson plans when teaching. I find that building a personal plan with each student helps in building and maintaining the student's interest in continuing to learn. for beginners, as well as younger students, I start with showing the student how to hold and get sound from the instrument. I then assign them a single major scale and possibly a simple song to play along with. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Music Classical Guitar

Hi! Im Georgios T, a private classical guitar teacher with over 20 years of experience, and I truly love what I do. Teaching guitar isnt just my job its my passion. I enjoy helping students discover their own musical voice, build confidence, and feel proud of every step they take. My lessons are relaxed, encouraging, and tailored to each students personal goals. Whether youre a complete beginner or returning to the instrument, Im here to support you, inspire you, and share the joy of making music. Read More