Guitar lessons near me in Riverside, CA

Kristopher Gottlieb led Karan Sheth through a guitar lesson that included the CAGED system, scales, improvisation techniques using chromaticism and sequencing, hybrid and sweep picking exercises, and arpeggios. Kristopher recommended artists like Cynic and Shawn Lane for inspiration, and Karan is to practice the discussed techniques, including the 1-2-3 and 2-3-4 string exercises, before their next session on Tuesday.

Kristopher and Jay worked on learning a punk song by ear, focusing on riffs, strumming patterns, and finger placements in a drop C# tuning. They addressed technical challenges like string buzzing and bending techniques. Kristopher will send Jay a recording of the riffs for practice, and they scheduled the next lesson for Thursday at 7 PM.

Alexander Reyes taught Shevaun Reynolds about major guitar chords and techniques for transitioning between them. Shevaun practiced chord changes using D-A, E-A, C-G, and G-D progressions with a drum beat. Alexander assigned practice exercises including chord switching and a finger strengthening warm-up, and provided a chart of chord diagrams for reference.

Nathanael Koenig guided Georgeanne Schievink through guitar exercises and song practice, focusing on scales, chord transitions, and muting techniques. Georgeanne worked on "Follow Me" by Uncle Cracker, a Green Day song (unspecified), and "All the Small Things" by Blink 182. Nathanael assigned practice with a metronome and slowing down song videos, planning to introduce CAGED scales next session.

Yiting Xia tutored Yellow Daffodil in a guitar lesson, focusing on playing and singing "Our Town" by Iris DeMent. They worked on tuning, chord progressions (G, C, D), and right-hand picking techniques. The next session is scheduled to cover "500 Miles," and Yiting will resend the meeting link.

Nathanael Koenig guided Georgeanne Schievink through guitar exercises and song practice, focusing on scales, chord variations, strumming patterns, and lead lines. Georgeanne worked on songs like "Good Riddance" and "Follow Me," incorporating techniques like hammer-ons and pull-offs. Nathanael assigned practice exercises for scales, chord transitions, and lead lines, to be reviewed at the next session.