Patrick Willse
Discover lessons that balance theory and innovation while adapting to your personal learning journey.
Private lessons - Patrick Willse
Bachelors degree
$34
$33
/ hour
About your guitar teacher
Hello, I am Patrick Willse and I am an active professional performing and recording multi-instrumentalist based in Asheville, North Carolina. I have been teaching guitar and electric bass for the past 15 years, I am more than capable of teaching all aspects of Guitar, Bass, Music Theory. Specializing in classical and flamenco fingerstyle technique and slap bass technique, I can share my expertise with all ages and skill levels, from children to adults, beginners to advanced players alike. I teach a wide variety of styles of music, Classical, Rock, Blues and more with a focus toward reading notation and understanding theory, scales, and modes in the language of Jazz. With a particular eye toward a student based teaching style, I craft my lessons toward each students' wants, goals, and needs. Let's strum our way to musical excellence together!
Fun and relaxed guitar classes
90% Students enjoy learning without feeling pressured
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
Guitar lessons overview
I specialize in teaching guitar and bass to a diverse range of hundreds of students, ranging from children to adults of every skill level. I rely on a student-based teaching approach which incorporates the creative application of music theory and reading to foster a stronger relationship between the student and this beautiful thing that is music. I personalize lesson instruction using tech tools like DAWs, notation, and chord diagram apps to enhance learning both online and offline. My tailored curriculum follow IB standards, ensuring a comprehensive musical education. My methodology strength lies in creative yet practical application, fostering a deep understanding of music, and nurturing the lifelong passion for playing guitar or bass. I strongly believe that the concepts of patience, practice, and persistence are key to learning any instrument and cultivate the difference between practice and play.
Your guitar teacher specialities
Ear training
Fingerstyle
Scales and Modes
Chords and Rhythms
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Chord Progressions
Songs and Repertoire
Guitar for beginners
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Guitar concept taught by Patrick
Patrick gave Scott a guitar lesson focused on improving chord changes and rhythm, using the Cranberries' "Zombie" as a practice piece. They worked on new chords, strumming patterns, and techniques for smoother transitions, including alternative fingerings and the "Kurt Cobain trick." Patrick assigned exercises and resources for practice and will provide a Google Drive folder with transcriptions and materials, with a follow-up lesson scheduled for next week.
Ties
Chord Voicings
Strumming Patterns
Rhythm Basics
Chord Changes
Patrick gave Erskine a guitar lesson that included a review of blues progressions and an introduction to major and minor 7th chords in G major. Erskine also received guidance on adjusting his guitar's action to reduce string rattle and learned a basic finger-picking exercise. Patrick assigned sheet music for the chord drills and suggested Erskine practice finger-picking instead of using a pick for the week.
Guitar Action Adjustment
Dominant 7th Chords
Finger-style Picking
Chord Progressions in a Key
Relative Finger Position
Patrick guided Eddie through blues guitar techniques, focusing on rhythm, timing, and form, particularly within the 12-bar blues. Eddie worked on applying a "swung beat" and using a metronome for consistent timing. Patrick assigned Eddie homework to practice a simple 12-bar blues with a metronome to improve his timing and awareness of form, and will send over the 12-bar form.
Rhyme in Music
Counting Measures
12-Bar Blues
Dominant 7th Chords
Cycling Melodies
Metronome Practice
Patrick gave Max a guitar lesson focusing on structured practice techniques, an explanation of "sus" chords, and an introduction to modes (Ionian and Dorian in G major) and chord extensions (9th, 11th, 13th). Max practiced scale patterns and chord voicings, and Patrick will send Max additional resources on G major positions for further practice.
Metronome Practice
Three-String Patterns
Sus Chords
Extensions
Modes
Patrick tutored Max on guitar, focusing on music theory concepts, specifically intervals and their application to scales and chords. Max practiced visualizing intervals on the fretboard and understanding their use in different musical genres. Patrick will provide exercises to practice intervals across the guitar strings, and they briefly discussed analyzing the intervals in songs like Hotel California and Free Falling.
Major/Regular Six
Perfect Fourth
Flat Five
Perfect Fifth
Minor/Flat Six
Minor/Flat Seven
Major Seven
Dominant Seven
Patrick tutored Erskine on guitar, covering intervals, chord construction, and the 12-bar blues form. Erskine practiced chord transitions and muting techniques while learning to apply intervals in a musical context. Patrick will send Erskine a chart of intervals and examples for further practice.
Dominant 7th Chords
12-Bar Blues
Form in Music
Chords and Thirds
Intervals
Guitar Note Repetition
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Bass Guitar
Free lesson slots
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Teaching tools used in guitar classes
DAWs
Looping Pedals
PDF Sheet Music
Guitar Tuner Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Student types for guitar lessons
Adults
Beginners
Kids
Intermediate
Advanced
Interactive guitar lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
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