Guitar lessons near me in Charlotte, NC
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Charlotte lessons include NoDa, Ballantyne, Dilworth area students
Kristopher taught 22 days ago
The session involved guitar practice, focusing on songs, chord shapes, and scales. The student worked on rhythm, timing, and finger placement while playing through various exercises. They practiced three-notes-per-string scales in different modes to improve dexterity and musicality, and there was a reschedule to Thursday due to another event on Wednesday.
Steady Rhythm in Strumming
B Minor Chord (Two Versions)
Three Notes Per String Scales
Mixolydian Mode
Lydian Mode
Zak taught 29 days ago
The session covered the concepts of direct versus indirect guitar playing, focusing on how both contribute to skill development and ear training. The student was advised to incorporate regular "noodling" into their practice to promote a flow state and improve fretboard familiarity. The student plans to work on exercises from Andrew Clark and present progress at the next lesson.
Direct vs. Indirect Playing
The Flow State
Ear Training
Learning Cover Songs
Symrun taught about 1 month ago
The Student and Tutor worked on learning the song "Game of Pricks" on guitar. The session covered chord transitions, rhythm practice, and muting techniques. There was no homework assigned, but the student was encouraged to continue practicing the song.
Chord Transitions and Muscle Memory
Barre Chords and Minor Chord Shapes
Rhythm and Counting in Music
Dissonance and Muting for Effect
Overcoming Mental Blocks in Playing
Kristopher taught about 2 months ago
The Student and Tutor worked on guitar strumming patterns, chord transitions, and chord voicings for the songs 'Sing to the Mountain' and 'Amazing Grace'. The student received guidance on a specific strumming technique for a bluegrass feel and ways to improve chord changes. The homework is to practice the strumming patterns and chord transitions for both songs.
Down-Up Strumming Pattern for Bluegrass
Leading Chord Changes with the Lowest Note
Alternate G Chord Voicing
Verse Chord Change in 'Sing to the Mountain'
F Major to F minor Transition
Nick J taught about 2 months ago
The Student and Tutor practiced finger exercises, picking techniques, and the G scale on the guitar, connecting these to chord progressions and melody playing relevant to the song "Take Me Home." The student worked on rhythm and chord transitions using drum tracks. Homework includes practicing finger exercises, the G scale, and chord changes with rhythm variations, focusing on the "Take Me Home" melody and memorizing chords from sheet music.
1-2-3-4 Finger Exercise (Twice)
Alternate Picking Exercise (Upstrokes and Downstrokes)
G Scale Finger Positions
G Scale Octave Extension
Relating G Scale to Chords
Rhythmic Chord Changes with Drums
Jimena taught 2 months ago
The Student practiced chord transitions and strumming techniques for a specific song. The session included finger exercises with a metronome to improve dexterity. The homework assigned involves practicing chord transitions and finger exercises at different speeds.
Finger Exercises for Dexterity
Chord Transitions
Utilizing Alternative Fingerings
Practicing with Quarter Notes
Adjusting Playback Speed for Practice
Dividing Practice Routine
Metronome Use for Rhythm Development
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Learning Bass Guitar in Charlotte: Late-Night Notes in NoDa
When Music Sparks the Mood
Charlotte’s NoDa neighborhood isn’t just about murals and breweries, it’s a place where music fills the air late into the night. For someone learning bass, those live shows at small venues or street corners become more than fun nights out. They turn into ideas for what to try in practice the next day.
Songs like "Scar Tissue" or a deep Cure bassline feel different after hearing music nearby. Techniques like muting strings or repeating riffs aren’t just about getting them right anymore. They’re about making the music feel real.
From the Street to the Strings
Practicing bass guitar in Charlotte isn’t only about learning scales. After a night in NoDa or a weekend stop in Plaza Midwood, hearing cool rhythms or creative solos makes you want to try new things. You might start by copying a riff, but after a while, it becomes your own groove, shaped by the sounds you hear while out and about.
Some learners pick up ideas while visiting record stores or sipping coffee in the South End. Others catch street musicians or open mic nights that stick with them long after. Even warmups or simple timing exercises become more fun when fueled by the music around you. Over time, the connection between what you hear and what you play gets stronger. Bass practice starts to feel like a natural part of your day - not just something you do, but something you look forward to.
Playing After Hours
When the streets get quiet and the shops close, practicing bass feels different. It’s not just about technique, it’s like having a quiet talk with your instrument. Whether you're using a pick, your fingers, or playing a simple scale, everything flows more easily when the city is calm. Charlotte gives you time and space to learn at your own pace. And in neighborhoods like NoDa, Plaza Midwood, or even South End, there’s room to let your music grow. Learning bass here means listening, not just to a beat, but to the rhythm of the city around you.
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