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Shannon taught Rhorie 4 days ago
Shannon Liddy guided Rhorie in a guitar lesson, focusing on improving strumming patterns and chord transitions in "Wonderwall" and "Cigarette Daydreams." Rhorie practiced specific sections of "Cigarette Daydreams," with Shannon providing tips on strumming techniques, finger placement for barre chords, and song structure. Rhorie was assigned to practice page one of "Cigarette Daydreams" and experiment with different strumming methods.
Strumming Patterns
Chord Transitions
Barre Chords
Pick Thickness
Finger vs. Pick
Shannon taught Heath 4 days ago
Shannon led Rhys in a guitar lesson centered on mastering the song "Bad Habits." They dissected the verse, pre-chorus, and chorus, focusing on finger placement and smooth transitions. Rhys practiced specific sections and received techniques to improve his playing, with plans to learn the second half of the chorus next week.
Chord Transitions
Using Color Markers
Song Structure and Repetition
Finger Placement Strategies
Patrick taught Zachary 13 days ago
Patrick guided Zachary through guitar techniques, focusing on chord changes, strumming patterns, and finger exercises for a specific song. Zachary practiced transitioning between chords and implementing new strumming patterns, while Patrick offered real-time feedback and modifications. Patrick will upload chord charts to Google Drive and suggested Zachary practice the verse and chorus sections daily, using a metronome.
Chord Transitions
Strumming Patterns
Chord Density
Chromaticism
Finger Placement
Hand Stretches
Yiting taught Christina 29 days ago
Yiting Xia tutored Yellow Daffodil in a guitar and singing lesson, working on songs like "I'll Fly Away," "Brown Eyed Girl," and "Blowin' in the Wind." They addressed chord progressions, tuning, and alternative chord voicings, with Yiting introducing a C major scale exercise. Due to finger pain, they focused on simpler sections, and Yellow Daffodil was asked to send the chords for "Our Town" for the next lesson.
Chorus Structure
Tuning the Guitar
Chord Variations
Reading Tabs
Snehasis taught Leon about 1 month ago
Snehasis Bose instructed Leon Love on guitar techniques, specifically bending and raking, and introduced a new lick. Leon struggled with the exercises and expressed fatigue. They scheduled a shorter 30-minute session for the next day at 8:30 and Snehasis updated something related to "Heat".
Guitar Bending
Right-Hand Muting (Guitar)
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Tomás taught Emmet about 1 month ago
Tomi provided Emmet with a beginner guitar lesson centered on chords, strumming, and rhythm, using the song "Millionaire" for practice. They worked on chord changes (G, C9, Dsus4) and addressed finger placement challenges, with Tomi emphasizing patience and rhythm. Tomi also introduced tuning and provided practice resources for Emmet.
Guitar Tuning
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Konnor Daniel rated George
Indianapolis, IN
about 1 month ago
In Indianapolis, IN, George ’s firm yet encouraging approach helped me master fingerpicking and grow more confident in my playing.
Marely Owens rated Aleksandra
Indianapolis, IN
about 2 months ago
The spark returned to my teen’s love for guitar through Kirovska ’s lessons in Indianapolis, IN. Her song choices and upbeat teaching style made all the difference.
Kolton Baird rated Christian
Speedway, Indianapolis
6 months ago
In Speedway the Guitar lessons of Christian have gained quite the following. My son a huge Stevie Ray Vaughan fan has sharpened his skills with bends, slides, and vibrato, thanks to the groove focused method Christian uses to bring out the best in his students.
Selina Wade rated Ana
Geist, Indianapolis
6 months ago
With Jula guidance a high school senior aspiring to Berklee's online guitar curriculum successfully navigated the application process in Geist. Through her lessonns she developed an audition recording that highlighted her proficiency in rapid consecutive picking expressive melodic shaping and imaginative improvisations ultimately leading to her acceptance into the program.
Blaine Miller rated Keith
Wayne Township, Indianapolis
6 months ago
Keith ’s lessons in Wayne Township helped a distracted 9th grader rediscover his love for rhythm guitar. his group jam sessions and breakdowns of pop songs made learning barre chords enjoyable and social.
Eugene Clayton rated Laura
Meridian-Kessler, Indianapolis
7 months ago
Forero expert guidance in Meridian Kessler really paid off. Thanks to her work on things like alternative chord voicings rhythmic accompaniment and bassline construction she not only secured a spot in the school's jazz group but is now confidently improvising solos.
Lara Murray rated Ashlen
Old Northside, Indianapolis
7 months ago
Ashlen ’s classical guitar lessons in Old Northside provided structure to a young student transitioning from piano to guitar. The 10-year-old quickly mastered tremolo and arpeggio techniques, all thanks to Ashlen ’s focused and methodical teaching.
Rodolfo Duarte rated Jyotirmaya
Nora, Indianapolis
8 months ago
After every lesson in Nora my son always smiles. He learned basic chords, fun riffs, and engaging strumming exercises with Jyotirmaya in Guitar lessons. Now he loves playing Beatles tunes for the family on weekends.
Learning Guitar in Indianapolis - Chords After the Assembly Line
From the Factory Floor to the Fretboard
After graduating from Butler University, Derrick Jones found himself working long shifts at a local auto manufacturing plant in Indianapolis. The work is steady and demanding, filled with machinery, coordination, and repetition. By the time his day ends, he’s physically drained. But rather than collapse into the couch, Derrick picks up his guitar and logs into a virtual guitar lesson with his tutor, Loopyllu whom he found on Wiingy. It’s not just about learning guitar. It’s about unwinding through it.
In their first lesson, they focused on finger dexterity and chord changes. Derrick tackled the tricky D minor and worked through transitions between A minor and E major. They also explored guitar tabs and basic scale patterns. These sessions were grounding in a different way than factory work, less about speed, more about rhythm and feel. Loopyllu encouraged small wins, like smoother chord transitions and understanding lead versus rhythm guitar roles. After talking about guitar hum issues, they even spent time reviewing gear like noise gate pedals and wah effects.
Layering Knowledge, One Guitar Lesson at a Time
By the second session, Derrick had a new goal: learning the chords for “Danny Boy.” Loopyllu introduced C major, F minor, and the idea of time signatures like 3/4 and 4/4. Derrick also got a primer on the circle of fifths, helping him understand how keys work together. Lessons weren’t just about technique, they tied musical theory into what he was playing.
The third and fourth lessons pushed Derrick further. Reading tabs felt less intimidating, especially after decoding string names and fretboard positions. Derrick practiced “Humpty Dumpty” as a way to connect theory with sound. Eventually, he began identifying note names on the sheet using mnemonics like "FACE" and "Every Good Boy Deserves Football." Loopyllu explained drop D tuning and how that changes power chords, a concept that made sense when Derrick started experimenting with songs like “Reptilia.” Between shifts and short breaks, Derrick squeezes in practice wherever he can. Sometimes it’s in the breakroom during lunch, or after a quick grocery run near his neighborhood in Irvington. The rhythm of the city, steady, reliable, mirrors the way he’s learning. Each day is about repetition, and each repetition leads to progress.
On weekends, he’ll sometimes bring his guitar to a friend’s porch in Fountain Square. The neighborhood’s indie spirit and street murals offer a subtle reminder of how creativity can spring from routine. And every now and then, he visits the Melody Inn for a night of local bands, another thread connecting his growing skills with the city’s vibrant, if understated, music scene.
Playing Through the Everyday Life in Indianapolis
Indianapolis might not have the flash of bigger music cities, but for someone like Derrick, it offers just the right tempo. It’s a place where working-class focus meets creative outlets. The lessons have become a routine, as regular as checking into work at the plant. Guided by Loopyllu’s steady feedback and a growing understanding of technique and theory, Derrick’s playing has matured quickly. He may be early in his journey, but his commitment is real, and his sound is starting to reflect that. In a city built on hard work and reliability, Derrick is learning to add his own music to the mix, one chord at a time.
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