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Kristopher taught Teresa 4 months ago
Kristopher Gottlieb tutored Teresa Petty on bass guitar, focusing on scales, intervals, and fretboard navigation. Teresa practiced finger placements, scale patterns in C major and E minor, and identifying intervals on the fretboard. Kristopher will send charts to reinforce the concepts, and Teresa will consider a song to work on in the next session.
Finger Placement
Octaves
Fifths
Major Thirds
Minor Thirds
E Minor Scale
A Minor Scale
Aimee taught Josh 4 months ago
Aimee tutored Josh in guitar, covering finger-picking exercises, the major pentatonic scale with alternate picking, and chord progressions. Josh worked on a personal chord progression, receiving feedback on transitions and embellishments. Josh will write tabs for his chord progression and review it with Aimee next week.
Alternate Picking
Hand Positioning
Sliding and Hammer-Ons
Pentatonic Scale Positions
Finger Stretching
Brady taught Carrlee 4 months ago
Brady Thomas assisted Carrlee Crocker in refining her guitar chord transitions, specifically addressing the difficulties in switching between C, G, and E minor chords. They explored techniques to minimize finger movement and practiced strumming patterns with varied dynamics. Additionally, they discussed bar chords and capo usage, and Brady provided guidance on playing the song "Troubador" by George Strait.
Chord Transitions
Open String Trick
Strumming Dynamics
Bar Chords
Alternate G Chord
Kristopher taught Renalia 4 months ago
Kristopher is giving Rena online guitar lessons, focusing on chord accuracy (E, A, D, Am, C) and the E minor pentatonic scale for improvisation. He emphasizes proper finger placement, mindful practice, identifying and correcting mistakes, and building muscle memory through short, frequent sessions.
Mindful Practice
Pentatonic Scales
Gentle Picking
Chord Finger Placement
Guitar Tuning
Finger Strength
Nathanael taught Georgeanne 4 months ago
Nathanael coached Georgeanne on guitar, covering CAGED system scales, chord voicings, and techniques for specific songs by Green Day, Blink 182, Cheryl Crow, and Uncle Cracker. Georgeanne practiced scales, chord transitions, and strumming patterns, with a focus on problem areas in each song. Nathanael assigned practice exercises for the week, including working on the C and G CAGED shapes in different keys and focusing on specific sections of the songs.
CAGED System
Movable Chord Shapes
Improvisation
Arpeggios
Anticipation
Palm Muting
Snehasis taught Leon 4 months ago
Snehasis Bose conducted a guitar lesson with Team On a Roll, focusing on warm-up exercises, A minor pentatonic scales, improvisation, and incorporating runs into their playing. Team On a Roll practiced improvising over a backing track and worked on adding ascending and descending runs. They scheduled another lesson for the following day.
Improvisation with Runs
A Minor Pentatonic Scale
Guitar Practice After a Break
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Learning guitar in Los Angeles - an overview
Learning guitar in Los Angeles: Key challenges & solutions
Los Angeles offers a diverse range of guitar and bass guitar lessons through top music schools, private instructors, and convenient online platforms. Many students face challenges like building finger strength and mastering essential techniques such as strumming, fingerpicking, fretboard navigation, and precision in various guitar styles.
In LA, music programs cater to acoustic, electric, classical guitarists, and bass players at all skill levels. Whether your passion lies in classical compositions, rock riffs, jazz improvisation, or contemporary music styles, you'll find extensive instructional options designed to match your musical interests. Prestigious institutions like the Musicians Institute, along with specialized local music schools, provide exceptional resources and tailored courses for acoustic, electric, classical, and bass guitar students alike.
Los Angeles guitar instructors emphasize refining techniques, overcoming playing obstacles, and building performance confidence across all guitar types. Whether you're seeking enjoyable acoustic guitar lessons for personal fulfillment, rigorous classical guitar instruction for disciplined musical growth, or aiming for a professional career playing electric or bass guitar, LA's vibrant music community offers the tools and support necessary to perfect your skills and nurture your musical talent. Additionally, online guitar lessons offer flexibility and convenience, allowing learners to advance their abilities comfortably from home.
Top resources for guitar beginners in Los Angeles
Libraries
Los Angeles Public Library: Offers guitar music books and lessons for both beginners and advanced players.
UCLA Libraries: A comprehensive source for guitar learning resources, including sheet music.
School guitar programs
USC Thornton School of Music: Provides guitar lessons and workshops for students at all levels.
Los Angeles College of Music: Offers personalized guitar lessons for students pursuing a career in music.
Academic workshops
Old Town School of Folk Music: Hosts guitar workshops focused on various playing styles.
UCLA: Offers workshops aimed at improving guitar technique and performance skills.
Competitions
Los Angeles Guitar Competition: Participate in this local event that showcases guitar talent.
USC: Hosts guitar competitions and performances to encourage skill development.
The cost of guitar lessons in Los Angeles explained
The average cost for guitar lessons in Los Angeles is around $55 per hour.
Entry-level guitar instructors charge approximately $38 per hour for beginner lessons, focusing on foundational skills like basic chord progressions and strumming techniques.
Mid-range guitar teachers typically charge $50-65 per hour for intermediate lessons, covering topics such as fingerstyle playing and music theory. Expert guitar instructors, specializing in advanced genres like jazz, classical, or bass guitar, charge between $70-90 per hour.
Local institutions, like the Los Angeles Guitar Academy, offer specialized guitar lessons tailored to every skill level. You can also find expert-vetted guitar teachers on Wiingy, starting at $34 per hour, with the added benefit of a free trial lesson to ensure the right fit for your musical needs.
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