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Patrick taught Erskine about 2 months ago
Patrick Willse tutored Erskine Rogers on guitar, focusing on correcting hand positioning and strumming techniques, and introducing music theory concepts related to the C major scale, arpeggios, and chord construction. Erskine practiced alternate picking, chord transitions, and vibrato techniques. Patrick assigned practice exercises and will send a Google Drive invite with additional materials, including chord sequences.
Guitar Practice Structure
Alternate Picking
Hand Position & Posture
String Vibration (Vibrato)
Diatonic Sequences
Jasmin taught Christina 3 months ago
Jasmin Vilca guided Jenna L through a guitar lesson focusing on chord transitions, strumming techniques, and singing coordination, working on songs like "Shake it Off," "Hey Jude," and "Mean." Jasmin provided feedback on finger placements and techniques. They scheduled the final lesson for June 4th and discussed the possibility of working on "Riptide" if sheet music can be obtained.
Chord Switching Speed
Song Structure
Reading Chord Charts
Chord Voicing
Strumming Techniques
Jess taught Don 3 months ago
Jess Araten provided Don James Worst with guitar lessons, focusing on learning songs like "Slip Sliding Away." They worked on chord shapes, transitions, and guitar techniques. Don is enthusiastic about his progress and upcoming concerts.
D Major Chord
Chord Transitions
C Major Chord
C7 Chord
YouTube Practice
Major vs. Minor Chords
Hand Strength
Reference Materials
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Bryant Bradshaw rated Connor
Riverlights, Wilmington
5 months ago
With Connor ’s support in Riverlights, my daughter gained the confidence and steady improvement he needed to try out for his middle school choir.
Scarlett Guzman rated Alexander
Wilmington, NC
7 months ago
From stage presence tips to core theory concepts, Alexander covers it all in Wilmington. he’s been instrumental in preparing my teen for his first big performance.
Brooklynn Lambert rated Arjun
Forest Hills, Wilmington
7 months ago
The way jazz covers are mixing with theory basics keeps my child eager for sessions, especially with Arjun here in Forest Hills.
Adalynn Norris rated Rutuja
Wilmington, NC
8 months ago
Inamdar brought out a real spark in my child’s musical journey. Her Wilmington-based lessons keep students focused while finding creative ways to make practice enjoyable.
Caroline Reyes rated Rahul
Monkey Junction, Wilmington
9 months ago
Not just music theory but after taking just few classes with Rahul in monkey junction i can clearly see a diffrence and can understand finger excises perfecly.
Leah Welch rated Diyagaskai
Downtown, Wilmington
10 months ago
Diyagaskai taught my daughter the beauty of acoustic fingerstyle and classic folk music. It’s been a wonderful opportunity for her to explore traditional techniques and expand her musical knowledge.
Leanna Robles rated Shukhrat
Masonboro, Wilmington
11 months ago
I found Shukhrat in Masonboro he helped my high schooler get ready for a regional talent competition by giving him focused training to be stage-ready.
Alayna Rush rated Paula
Pine Valley, Wilmington
11 months ago
Alternate tunings scale shapes were introduced effectively, sparking my daughter's interest in exploring various pop subgenres by Robinson during her sessions in Riverlights.
The Historic Voice of the Guitar in Wilmington

The Sound of the Port City
Wilmington's history as a major port city is the foundation of its musical identity. As a cultural melting pot, the city was exposed to the blues, folk, and bluegrass carried by travellers, and the portable, versatile guitar was the perfect vessel for these traditions. This rich history is actively preserved today by the local blues community, which works to keep the soulful sound of the guitar alive. You can feel this legacy along the historic Downtown Riverwalk and hear it in the intimate rock clubs and taverns where the raw, honest sound of the blues-influenced guitar still echoes.
A Vibrant Cultural Landscape
This musical heritage has always been supported by a community that values the arts. This commitment is visible across the city's diverse and impressive venues. The journey might begin by seeing a local production at the historic Thalian Hall Centre for the Performing Arts, a stage that has showcased music since the 19th century. From there, a player's ambition can grow by watching their favourite bands perform under the stars at the beautiful Greenfield Lake Amphitheatre. The ultimate modern goal is the massive stage at the Live Oak Bank Pavilion, a premier riverside venue that attracts the biggest names in music. This incredible variety of stages provides a rich and inspiring landscape for any guitarist.
Musical Education and Passing the Torch
A musical legacy can only survive if it is passed down to the next generation, and Wilmington ensures this through strong community support. For nearly every new guitarist, the practical journey begins at a local institution like Finkelstein's Music. For decades, this shop has been the crucial first stop where a young player gets their first reliable acoustic or electric guitar. This physical starting point, combined with lessons from skilled local instructors, ensures that the city’s guitar traditions are never lost. It’s where the torch is officially passed.
Notable Musicians and a Thriving Performance Culture
The power of Wilmington’s music scene is proven by the incredible talent it has produced, like Charlie Daniels, a Wilmington native who took the sound of the Carolina guitar to the world stage. Today, that performance culture is more vibrant than ever. The city’s major amphitheatres inspire, but the next local legend is likely honing their craft on the stages of crucial proving-ground venues like Reggie's 42nd Street Tavern or The Calico Room. These are the clubs where a young guitar player and their band learn to win over a crowd, ensuring that Wilmington's powerful guitar legacy continues to evolve, innovate, and thrive.


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