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Lluis taught Derrick 2 days ago
Loopyllu tutored Derrick in a guitar lesson, focusing on learning to play "Humpty Dumpty" using tab and standard notation, and practicing C to G chord changes. Derrick worked on finger placement, rhythm, and using his electric guitar with an amplifier. Derrick was assigned to practice the entire page of "Humpty Dumpty" and the C to G chord change for the next lesson.
Reading Guitar Tabs
Time Signatures
Chord Changes
Electric Guitar Effects
Snehasis taught Rajana 3 days ago
Snehasis led Rajana through guitar exercises, including "Happy Birthday" and tablature reading, offering technique and music-reading guidance. Rajana, residing in Wales, sought feedback on her progress. They discussed musical backgrounds and scheduled the next lesson, pending Rajana's availability due to Kathak dance lessons, with communication via text/email. Snehasis will be on vacation until Sunday.
Guitar String Notation
Finger Placement
Guitar Scales
Practice
Giacomo taught Eric 13 days ago
Giacomo and Adaptive Manipulator analyzed the jazz standard "All The Things You Are," focusing on key changes, chord functions, and altered dominant chords. Adaptive Manipulator practiced identifying key changes and chord functions. They plan to analyze "Body and Soul" in the next lesson and transition to more playing-focused sessions.
Diminished Chords
Key Changes in 'All The Things You Are'
Augmented Chords
Dominant Chord Alterations
Natural Extensions
Jess taught Raymundo about 1 month ago
Jess Araten guided Raymundo Varela through guitar exercises focused on fingerpicking techniques for a song, covering chord transitions and right-hand patterns for chords like C, G, A minor, F, and D minor. Jess provided notation for the fingerpicking patterns and suggested practicing 10-15 minutes daily. They scheduled a makeup lesson for Friday and Jess will send a Google Meet link.
Right Hand Picking Patterns
Chord Transition Practice
Capo Usage
Finger Placement
Picking vs. Strumming
Aimee taught Hector about 2 months ago
Aimee taught "asdf fdsa" a guitar lesson covering minor pentatonic scales, sheet music reading using a piece called "Study", and the intro to the song "Moonflower." Aimee stressed understanding over rote memorization and the importance of practicing with a metronome to improve timing. Homework was assigned to reinforce these concepts.
Continuous Strumming
Moonflower Intro
Minor Pentatonic Scale
Study Piece
Hector taught Jennifer about 2 months ago
Hector taught Jennifer about music, focusing on bass guitar and flute techniques. They covered scales, intervals, chords, blues notes, and the circle of fifths, alongside practical exercises and technique refinement. Hector assigned practice and video review for follow-up.
Minor Third Shapes
Reading Bass Clef
Minor Scale Pattern
Finger Independence
Relaxation and Body Awareness
Scale Practice
Blue Note Identification
Chromatic Scale Fingerings
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Jaeden Woodward rated Ian
Raleigh, NC
about 1 month ago
My son started lessons with Ian in Raleigh, NC, he struggled with rhythm and chord changes. Ian patient guidance turned those challenges into strengths. Now, he plays confidently and looks forward to each lesson.
Maryjane Turner rated Leslie
Raleigh, NC
about 2 months ago
Here in Raleigh, NC, Leslie stands out as a guitar instructor who blends contemporary methods with personalized instruction. His incorporation of songwriting into lessons has deeply resonated with my daughter. It's been wonderful to see his musical confidence and creativity flourish.
Thaddeus Walton rated Gastón
Oakwood, Raleigh
about 2 months ago
Gastón took me step-by-step through complex fingerstyle techniques. As an adult student, I really valued his attention to detail and the emphasis he placed on developing musicality.
Cordell Wade rated Mickaela
South Park, Raleigh
6 months ago
The lessons offer a wonderful combination of technique and fun, thanks to Yardley ’s teaching style in south park. My 6th grader started with classical guitar basics and now performs confidently at school events
Gary Warren rated Arkapravo
Wakefield, Raleigh
6 months ago
In wakefield, Arkapravo introduced my teenager to electric guitar riffs, bending techniques, and rhythm exercises. His motivational approach has truly made a difference in my child's learning experience.
Kade Gallagher rated Matias
North Hills, Raleigh
9 months ago
In New hills, my son had a fantastic time with Matias lessons. He expertly taught him everything from chord changes and scales to even introducing some jazz improvisation, all in a way that was perfectly suited for a 10 year old.
Fernanda Gaines rated Felipe
Glenwood South, Raleigh
12 months ago
Thanks to Felipe , my high schooler has quickly learned power chords and begun soloing on the electric guitar. His approach is especially great for young rock fans looking to improve fast.
Judah Campos rated Tejaswai
Mordecai, Raleigh
about 1 year ago
In the heart of mordecai. Tejaswai has proven to be an incredibly patient and adaptable teacher. Thanks to his guidance, my daughter, who was once a beginner, is now confidently playing popular tunes on his acoustic guitar.
Learning Guitar in Raleigh: Notes Between Breakthroughs
A New Routine Beyond the Lab
Raleigh is a city shaped by science. With its strong biotech industry and leading research institutions, it draws professionals who spend their days working through experiments, clinical data, or development cycles. For Emmet Hughes, a research associate based in the Triangle area, guitar lessons with Tomi Insaurralde have become the perfect contrast, offering a slower, more creative space to explore something personal. After hours of high-focus lab work or back-to-back meetings in Research Triangle Park, picking up the guitar becomes Emmet's daily ritual. No deadlines. No protocols. Just the quiet challenge of getting a chord transition to feel smoother, or the rhythm of a song to finally click.
From Theory to Feel
The early lessons focused on foundation: finger warmups, learning the pentatonic scale, and getting familiar with the fretboard. But what began as technical exercises slowly evolved into something deeper. Songs like "Joy of My Life" started to feel less like practice drills and more like a way to unwind, especially when paired with simple rhythms or humming along with a verse. By the third lesson, there was a shift. Emmet found himself strumming through E minor and G major chords while thinking less about finger placement and more about the feel of each transition. Mistakes still happened, but they weren’t frustrating, they were part of a learning rhythm that made sense after a long day.
Where Music Meets Momentum
The lessons often took place in the evenings, after time in the lab. There’s something about Raleigh's pace that suits this learning style. It’s not rushed. Whether it’s a quiet walk through Dorothea Dix Park or a coffee break in Glenwood South, the city offers little moments that help reset the mind. That reset carries into the lessons, making each strum more focused, each chord change more satisfying. By lesson four, playing and singing began to merge. High notes in the chorus took a few tries, and finger pressure on the solo needed adjustment, but each session brought new insights. The connection between muscle memory and musical memory got stronger, one small breakthrough at a time.
A City That Lets Music Breathe
In Raleigh, guitar learning feels like it belongs. It's the kind of city where work and passion don’t compete, they flow side by side. Whether you're in biotech, education, or tech, there's time here for music to grow. And for Emmet, some of the most productive moments now come after he puts the lab coat away and picks up a guitar instead, guided by Tomi’s steady encouragement and musical know-how.
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