Eric Jayk
Guitar Lessons with Music Theory Emphasis from New York University
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Eric Jayk
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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Eric - Know your guitar teacher
With over 15 years of experience in teaching guitar, I'm Eric Jayk, a dedicated tutor passionate about nurturing musicians of all levels. Holding a Bachelors degree in Music from New York University, I specialize in various guitar styles and techniques, including chord progressions, fingerstyle, and music theory. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, I tailor my lessons to suit your individual needs and pace. From strumming techniques to scales and modes, I offer a comprehensive learning experience to help you master the guitar with confidence. I have a knack for simplifying complex concepts like ear training and chord structures, making learning enjoyable and rewarding. My expertise extends to electric guitar, ensuring a well-rounded musical education for my students. If you're looking to embark on a musical journey or enhance your existing skills, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's strum, pluck, and rock our way to guitar mastery together!
Meet Eric
Eric graduated from New York University

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My teaching style is a blend of progressive instruction, creative techniques, theory integration, ear training, and sight reading to provide a holistic learning experience. Specializing in Guitar and Electric Guitar, I utilize tech tools like Amp Simulators, DAWs, and Guitar Tuner Apps to enhance lessons. While following diverse curricula such as A-Levels, AP Program, and IB, I cater to a wide audience of 200+ students at all levels and ages, from kids to adults and beginners to advanced players. With over 6 years of online teaching experience, I offer personalized, engaging lessons that make learning fun and stress-free, ensuring students worldwide enjoy a comprehensive and effective learning journey.
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Electric Guitar
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
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10 day Refund
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Guitar concepts taught by Eric
The tutor and student worked on vocal techniques for singing, focusing on pitch, vocal placement, and the use of the head voice. They practiced exercises and song sections to improve vocal control and accuracy, with a recommendation for daily practice using a vocal technique book.
Vocal Placement and Containment
Bridging Vocal Registers (Mix Voice)
Head Voice Training and Application
Pitch Accuracy and Vocal Containment
The tutor and student focused on fundamental singing techniques, including vocal warm-ups, pitch accuracy, and rhythm exercises. They explored music theory concepts such as note durations and timing, and practiced vowel placement for vocal register connection. The student was encouraged to select songs for practice and was recommended a vocal technique book for further study.
Vocal Warm-up Techniques
Understanding Musical Rhythm
Vowel Placement and Head Voice
Goal Setting for Vocal Improvement
The student received an introductory vocal lesson focusing on rock and heavy metal singing techniques. The tutor worked with the student on vocal placement, diction, and breath control, using exercises and song analysis. They discussed future lesson plans and recommended a vocal training book.
The Importance of Practice Environment
Understanding Vocal Range & Microphone Technique
Breath Control and Phrasing
Vocal Placement & Rock Singing
Vocal Placement as an Instrument
The session focused on music, specifically song arrangement and vocal technique. The student worked on adjusting the key and delivery of a song, and explored new repertoire by a significant musical figure. They also discussed guitar techniques like capo usage and rhythmic playing, with plans to continue exploring different keys and chord variations.
Guitar Capo Usage and Key Changes
Musical Triads and Chord Voicings
Vocal Range and Pitch Adjustment
Percussive Guitar Techniques
The Student and Tutor focused on guitar techniques, specifically exploring the E minor pentatonic scale across different positions and its application in song analysis. They also covered double stops and unison bends, with recommendations for continued practice on scales and note recognition using a metronome.
Guitar Scale Positions and Shapes
Pentatonic Scale Construction
Music Practice Strategies
Playing Techniques: Bends and Double Stops
The student received instruction on guitar playing techniques, specifically bar chords and strumming patterns. They practiced applying these techniques while learning parts of "Simple Man" and "Sweet Home Alabama." The session included learning a new chord (C add9) and a discussion on the importance of timing and fearless playing.
Bar Chords
Arpeggiation
16th Note Strumming
Chord Progressions and Grooves
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