Kristopher Gottlieb
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Guitar lessons - Kristopher Gottlieb
Diploma degree
/ 30 min
Kristopher - Know your guitar teacher
My name is Kristopher Gottlieb, and I'm a seasoned guitarist and vocalist with more than ten years teaching experience and over fifteen years of professional experience writing, recording, and touring in various bands of different genres. I've toured the US extensively and have played and sang in venues from theaters and festivals, to restaurants and coffee shops around the globe. Specializing in music theory, songwriting, vocals, and lead/harmony guitar, I offer tailored, top-notch lessons in acoustic, electric, and bass guitar, as well as incorporating singing into your playing and original material. Ranging from scales, sweeps, and picking techniques, to strumming patterns and song repertoire, I cover it all! Whether you're a compete beginner or an advanced shredder, I cater to all levels, including adults and kids of all ages. Let's strum to success together with personalized learning and expert teaching. Book your lessons today for a tailored musical journey like never before!
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Guitar lessons quick guide
My lessons are crafted with a creative and empathetic approach, integrating music theory seamlessly with fundamental technique for an enjoyable, well-rounded and thorough learning experience that's fun and inspiring. Specializing in guitar and vocals, including electric, acoustic, and bass guitar, I've catered to a diverse audience of over fifty students, ranging from children to adults at various skill levels and music interests. I've taught students from the earliest beginners and child prodigies, to adult hobbyists and professional touring music producers, and tailor my lessons to each individual based on their specific focus and musical goals. By infusing expressive musicality into each lesson, I ensure that students not only grasp the fundamentals, but also develop a deep passion for music and an inspiration to explore, listen, and grow. This fosters proficiency in a fun and interactive learning environment that they can apply to their musical journey!
Your guitar teacher expertise
Music theory
Songs and Repertoire
Fingerstyle
Chord Progressions
Guitar Techniques
Guitar for beginners
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Guitar concept taught by Kristopher
The session covered guitar tuning, pentatonic scales across five positions, and applying these skills to play "Young American Heart." The Student worked on tempo and palm-muting techniques within the song. The Tutor suggested practicing scales and pentatonics before the next lesson.
Guitar Tuning
Pentatonic Scales
Palm Muting Technique
Tempo Control
Pickup Selector Switch
The session involved a discussion of modes and their application to bass improvisation, using the songs "I Wish" and "Cadillac Slim" as examples. The Student practiced identifying modes within songs and explored techniques for soloing by using variations of the melody and walking diatonically through scales. The Student was encouraged to practice jamming and internalizing the modes, with a focus on recognizing and utilizing scales on the bass to create unique and appropriate solos.
Practical Exercises for Modal Mastery
Importance of Serving the Song in Soloing
The Locrian Mode and Its Application
Linear Soloing vs. Box Patterns
Modal Relationships and Relative Keys
Modal Thinking: Dorian Mode
The session reviewed strumming techniques and pentatonic scales, focusing on finger dexterity and scale patterns. The student practiced different strumming techniques and pentatonic positions to build comfort and fluidity. The tutor assigned practice exercises and pentatonic patterns to strengthen muscle memory.
Metronome Practice for Rhythm
Down-Up Strumming Technique
Emphasis on the Downbeat
Guitar Timber and Resonance
Pentatonic Scale Construction (A Minor)
Pentatonic Positions and Overlap
Finger Strength and Consistency
The session covered vocal warm-ups, songwriting techniques, and music theory concepts, including intervals and chord progressions. The student shared a song, receiving feedback on phrasing and melodic variation. The tutor introduced methods for finding major and minor thirds on the guitar and related these to the Nashville Number System.
Song Structure: Verse and Chorus Variations
Guitar Theory: Finding Major and Minor Thirds
Major Scale: Intervals and Construction
Applying Major Scale Patterns on Guitar
Ear Training: Interval Recognition
Songwriting: Chord Changes and Vocal Phrasing
Mommy Made Me Mash My M&Ms Warm-up
The Student practiced guitar chords (D major, E minor, B minor, and G major) and their application in a song. The Tutor guided on tuning, finger placement, and chord transitions. The plan is to continue practicing the chords and potentially incorporate keyboard practice in the next session.
B Minor Chord (Simplified)
Chord Progressions and Repetition
Guitar Tuning
G Major Chord
D Major Chord
E Minor Chord
Counting and Timing in Music
The Subtraction Rule of Rhythmic Consistency
Analyzing Song Structure and Form
Transitions and Slides
Chord Voicings and Finger Placement
Strumming Patterns and Muting
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Pets are welcomed
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Chord Diagram Apps
Backing Track Libraries
PDF Sheet Music
Amp Simulators
Ear Training Software
Guitar Tuner Apps
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Bass Guitar
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