Kristopher Gottlieb
Explore guitar through expressive lessons shaped by years of musical training and a strong foundation at Plano East.
Private lessons - Kristopher Gottlieb
Diploma degree
$18
$17
/ 30 min
About 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 overview
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 specialities
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Guitar Techniques
Songs and Repertoire
Music theory
Chord Progressions
Guitar for beginners
Chords and Rhythms
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Guitar concept taught by Kristopher
Kristopher Gottlieb led Kevin Ayres in a bass guitar lesson focused on understanding and applying modes and scales in the key of C major, using a three-notes-per-string approach. Kevin practiced various modes and scale patterns, and they worked on connecting these patterns linearly across the fretboard. Kristopher will send fretboard diagrams, and they scheduled another session for the following week.
Linear Scale Practice
Three Notes Per String
Fretboard Diagrams
1-3-5 Arpeggios
Connecting Scale Patterns
Modes as Scales
Kristopher Gottlieb led Karan Sheth through a guitar lesson that included the CAGED system, scales, improvisation techniques using chromaticism and sequencing, hybrid and sweep picking exercises, and arpeggios. Kristopher recommended artists like Cynic and Shawn Lane for inspiration, and Karan is to practice the discussed techniques, including the 1-2-3 and 2-3-4 string exercises, before their next session on Tuesday.
CAGED System and 3NPS Alignment
Sequencing Scales
Hybrid Picking
Chromaticism
Looper Practice
Alternate Picking
Kristopher Gottlieb taught Hannah guitar, focusing on strumming patterns and chord progressions for "Candy the Apollo Tune" and "Jersey Giant." Hannah practiced specific strumming techniques, chord changes, and muting. Kristopher will send Hannah written chord progressions and strumming patterns for reference.
Keeping Time
Palm Muting
Strumming Pattern Subtraction
Chord Changes & Finger Placement
Emphasis on Upstrokes
Kristopher Gottlieb and Karan Sheth discussed the relationship between the CAGED system and modes, harmonic minor scales, and fretboard memorization techniques. Kristopher introduced perfect fourths tuning as a method for visualizing scales and shared a shredding sequence for practice. They scheduled a longer session for the following day to further explore these concepts.
Harmonic Minor Scale
CAGED System and Modes
Perfect Fourths Tuning
1357 Sequence
Fretboard Memorization
Kristopher and Jay worked on learning a punk song by ear, focusing on riffs, strumming patterns, and finger placements in a drop C# tuning. They addressed technical challenges like string buzzing and bending techniques. Kristopher will send Jay a recording of the riffs for practice, and they scheduled the next lesson for Thursday at 7 PM.
Drop C# Tuning
Alternate Picking
Barre Chords
Punk Riff Construction
String Bending
Kristopher is giving Hannah guitar lessons. They've worked on the song "28," focusing on chord progressions, strumming patterns, and chord variations. They also practiced E minor pentatonic and A minor/C major scales, emphasizing finger placement, improvisation, and smooth transitions. Kristopher stressed the importance of alternating between chords and scales to prevent hand fatigue and encouraged Hannah to suggest songs for future lessons.
Chord Progressions
Muscle Memory
Chord Variations
Scale Positions
Pentatonic Scales
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Bass Guitar
Free lesson slots
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Teaching tools used in guitar classes
Backing Track Libraries
DAWs
Amp Simulators
Metronome Apps
Guitar Tuner Apps
Looping Pedals
Student types for guitar lessons
Guitar for Adults
Guitar for Beginners
Guitar for Kids
Guitar for Advanced
Guitar for Intermediate
Interactive guitar lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
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