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Christopher taught 2 days ago
Chris and Don focused their guitar lesson on Paul Simon's 'Slip Sliding Away,' specifically working on chord transitions and embellishments for the G chord. Don practiced the G, E minor, D, C, and F chords, along with specific strumming patterns. Chris will provide Don with chord diagrams, a fretboard map, and string layouts to support his practice, and they've set their next lesson for Friday to continue their work on the song.
Open G Chord Embellishment
Economy Strumming
Chord Transition Practice
Fretboard & String Layout
Finger Arching & Muting
Emer taught 4 days ago
Emer and an individual from Bakersfield reviewed the song "Imagine" and worked on scales. The individual practiced the chromatic scale and the C major scale, focusing on finger placement and plucking techniques. Emer assigned practice with the chromatic scale and promised to send fingerings for chords, with plans to add 10 minutes to the next lesson due to technical difficulties.
Chromatic Scale Technique
B Minor Chord
F Sharp Major Chord
C Major Scale (Ascending)
Right Hand Plucking for Scales
Jimena taught 5 days ago
During their guitar lesson, Jimena and Ivan focused on finger exercises, mastering chord transitions from E minor to Asus, and learning the D chord. Ivan was also introduced to power chords and their variations. For homework, they were assigned to practice finger exercises, chord changes, the D chord, and power chords on the sixth and fifth strings.
Finger Exercises (1-2-3-4)
E Minor Chord
Asus Chord (A suspended)
D Chord
Power Chord
Jimena taught 7 days ago
Jimena guided an individual through guitar exercises, focusing on chord transitions and finger dexterity. The learner, who resides in Riverlakes, learned the C and A major chords, practiced chord progressions, and worked on the 'escalator' finger exercise. Jimena assigned practice on chord transitions (A to C and A to D) and the finger exercises for homework.
Fretboard Notes & Sharps
C Major Chord
A Major Chord
Muscle Memory for Chords
Escalator Finger Exercise
Collin taught 8 days ago
Collin and Sheri's music theory lesson focused on understanding whole and half-tone relationships between notes on the guitar fretboard. Sheri actively practiced identifying notes across various strings and fret positions, applying the concepts of whole and half steps. Despite encountering technical audio difficulties, they continued their instruction, prioritizing note identification.
Natural Notes on Guitar
Whole Tone vs. Half Tone
Exceptions (E-F
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12th Fret Rule
Marco taught 9 days ago
Marco Flores taught a learner about gainstaging, the circle of fifths, borrowed chords, and triads. The student, who attends California State University, Bakersfield, practiced finding triad shapes and inversions on the guitar fretboard. Marco assigned taking pictures and writing down the triad shapes for future reference.
Gainstaging
Borrowed Chords
Triads
Music Theory & Emotion
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Simon Cooke rated Russell
Stockdale Estates, Bakersfield
5 months ago
Russell lessons are tailored to each student's needs, creating a positive and motivating environment. his dedication and passion for teaching have reignited my daughter's enthusiasm for music.
Kelsie Bowman rated Harriet
Bakersfield, CA
5 months ago
These guitar lessons at Bakersfield are full of energy and inspiration I’ve made more progress in just a month with Langford than I had over the entire previous year.
Jaylin Parker rated ROD
Westchester, Bakersfield
5 months ago
My son’s journey with ROD ’s guitar sessions in Westchester has been nothing short of amazing. his relaxed, easygoing approach creates a space where learning feels natural and fun. Without even realizing it, he’s grown leaps and bounds musically far beyond what we ever imagined.
Kaley Benson rated Callysta
Seven Oaks, Bakersfield
6 months ago
Callysta stands out as a guitar teacher in Seven Oaks her love for music infuses every lesson with energy and inspiration.
Davin Aguirre rated Alexander
Oleander/Sunset, Bakersfield
8 months ago
Alexander in Oleander/Sunset guided me from total beginner to confidently strumming my favorite tunes—I couldn’t ask for a better instructor!
Abraham Valentine rated Brian
Riverlakes, Bakersfield
9 months ago
Brian ’s Riverlakes guitar sessions are outstanding his hands‑on exercises had me tackling barre chords confidently in just weeks.
A Guitarist's Lessons in the Bakersfield Sound

Learning to play the guitar in Bakersfield isn't an academic pursuit; it's an apprenticeship in a trade born from rebellion. This city’s unique gift to music, the Bakersfield Sound, was a deliberate, raw alternative to the polished, orchestrated Nashville Sound of the era. Forged by blue-collar legends like Buck Owens, Merle Haggard, Wynn Stewart, and Jean Shepard, this sound was driven by the loud, sharp voice of the electric guitar. Learning the instrument here is about mastering that powerful, no-frills craft and using your six-string to tell the truth with an edge.
Your Required Tool: The Workhorse Electric
The first step in this curriculum is acquiring the right tool. The signature Bakersfield Sound leaned heavily on electric instruments, and the undisputed king was the Fender Telecaster, a simple, tough, reliable workhorse. The guitar was so central to this new sound that during the 1960s, small guitar companies were drawn to the area to supply the scene, most notably Mosrite guitars, which set up shop right in Oildale. The preference for guitars like these wasn't about flash; it was about function. They produced a raw, cutting, high-end sound that could slice through the noise of any honky-tonk, making them the perfect tool for the job.
The Core Subject: Mastering the "Freight Train"
Once you have your Telecaster, the real work begins. The curriculum of the Bakersfield player is built on a specific set of guitar techniques that give the music its signature attitude and drive. Influenced by honky-tonk and rock 'n' roll, the sound features strong backbeats, assertive fiddles, and above all, aggressive guitar work. A student learns to create the signature "twang" with techniques like "chicken pickin'," using both pick and fingers to snap the strings. They learn the "Freight Train" sound pioneered by Buck Owens, which used a loud electric guitar and an upbeat 2/4 tempo to create an irresistible rhythm. Mastering this style is about making your guitar sound sharp, loud, and full of defiant energy.
The Honky-Tonk Stage
The final test for any Bakersfield guitarist is not a recital hall; it’s a packed dance floor. The proving ground is the honky-tonk stage, and the ultimate temple of this tradition is Buck Owens' Crystal Palace. This iconic venue is both a living museum and an active stage where this raw guitar music is celebrated nightly. A guitar player's job here is to connect with a working-class crowd using the direct, honest energy that defined the sound's rebellion against Nashville's polish. The legacy of this sound continues today through modern torchbearers like Dwight Yoakam, who embraced its aesthetics fully. Passing this final exam means earning the respect of that crowd with your skill and the authentic, twangy voice of your electric guitar, proving you’ve mastered the true sound of your city.


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