Develop your playing style with the help of a mentor who focuses on musical expression and confidence.
Private lessons - Thom Isaacs
Masters degree
$40
$38
/ hour
Guitar teacher who keeps it simple
Breaks down chords and strumming in easy steps
Boosts confidence in shy learners
88% parents notice improved self-esteem and stage presence
Customized guitar classes for every level
Beginners to advanced players feel the pace suits their needs
Meet Thom
About your guitar teacher
As a seasoned Guitar tutor with a Master's degree in Music, specializing in Guitar and Electric Guitar, I bring over a year of experience to the table. My expertise lies in a wide array of specialities, including Chord Progressions, Fingerstyle, Music Theory, and more. I cater to students of all levels - whether you're a beginner picking up the guitar for the first time or an advanced player looking to enhance your skills. My teaching approach is personalized, focusing on your unique learning style and goals. From teaching Chords and Rhythms to enhancing your Ear Training, I am dedicated to helping you master Scales and Modes, Strumming, and Picking Techniques. Together, we will delve into a variety of Songs and Repertoire, making learning both enjoyable and rewarding. Get ready to embark on a musical journey where you'll not only learn to play the guitar but also understand the art behind it. Let's strum our way to success!
Your guitar teacher specialities
Music theory
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Fingerstyle
Ear training
Scales and Modes
Guitar lessons overview
My teaching approach blends performance coaching with empathetic and creative methods, focusing on expressive musicality and ear training. Specializing in Guitar and Electric Guitar, I leverage tech tools like Amp Simulators and DAWs to enhance the learning experience. I tailor lessons to various levels, including Guitar for kids, beginners, and advanced players. I incorporate elements from curricula like A-Levels, AP Program, and IB to provide a well-rounded education. With a student audience of 10+ learners, my methodology fosters a deep understanding of music theory alongside practical skills. Whether offline or online, I use interactive tools like Chord Diagram Apps and Metronome Apps to make learning engaging. Join me to unlock your musical potential and develop stage presence, stamina, and collaboration skills in a supportive environment.
Student types for guitar lessons
Guitar for kids
Guitar for beginners
Guitar for intermediate
All Levels
Guitar for adults
Guitar for advanced
ADHD
ASD
Learning Disabilities
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
Interactive guitar lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Teaching tools used in guitar classes
Backing Track Libraries
DAWs
Looping Pedals
Metronome Apps
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Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Electric Guitar
Free lesson slots
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Guitar concept taught by Thom
Thom Isaacs and Seth Livingston worked on Seth's singing technique, particularly focusing on accessing his head voice and understanding the concept of a backbeat in music. They practiced applying the backbeat to the song "Chocolate Jesus." Thom recommended the album "Small Change" by Tom Waits for further listening and rescheduled the next session for Thursday.
Marketing Music
Displacing Beats
Vocal Health
Call and Response (Antecedent and Consequent Phrasing)
Thom and Reid discussed Reid's recent guitar acquisitions and his progress with improvising using pentatonic scales and the CAGED system. Thom provided feedback on Reid's improvisational techniques, suggesting ways to incorporate larger note jumps and develop musical ideas through repetition. They plan to continue working on improvisational skills and exploring different positions within the CAGED system in future sessions.
Acoustic Guitar for Practice
Solo Development
Improvisation: Note Intervals
Pentatonic Scale Positions
Thom and David discussed the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest, analyzing political influences and voting outcomes. David then worked on a song, focusing on vocal technique, vowel pronunciation, and accent modification for a more Americanized sound. They agreed to continue refining the song next week, with David focusing on vowel sounds and Thom providing feedback.
Vocal Technique & Accents
Tele Voting
Staging & Performance
Eurovision Politics
Thom Isaacs coached David Arnold on vocal techniques in preparation for a potential Eurovision performance. The session covered "yawn posture," dynamic control, phrasing, transitions, and pronunciation. They analyzed specific songs and planned to review the original artist's performance for further refinement.
Singing Through the Break
Range Expansion
Yawning for Singing
Dynamics in Singing
Thom gave Seth a singing lesson that included vocal warm-ups and an in-depth analysis of Tom Waits' "Chocolate Jesus." Seth received coaching on pitch, rhythm, and delivery, with a focus on specific lines and pronunciation. They plan to incorporate piano in the next session.
Relative Pitch vs. Absolute Pitch
Swung Rhythm
Oral Tradition in Music
Tom Waits' Songwriting
Thom coached Max on guitar, focusing on scales, modes (Ionian, Mixolydian), pentatonics, and blues scales in preparation for an exam. Thom stressed finger placement, RSI prevention, consistent practice, and emotional expression. He suggested mock exams and revisiting old songs as preparation.
Improvisation
Pentatonic Scales
Blues Scale
Guitar Modes