Elizabeth Kahn
Learn with a UNISA graduate who teaches guitar using a fresh theory approach and creative techniques.




Guitar lessons - Elizabeth Kahn
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
Elizabeth - Know your guitar teacher
I am a fully qualified Classical Guitar teacher with over thirty-two years of teaching experience. I provide personalized guitar lessons which include theory and practical training. I have taught all ages and levels, with most of my students starting from the age of nine. I will teach you how to read music and I will share the love of the Classical Guitar with you. I teach basic chord progressions, strumming techniques, scales and simple pieces suited to accompanying singing . All of my students have participated in Trinity or Associated Board of the Royal Schools Examinations with a 100% pass rate. I enjoy teaching individuals and groups and believe in the importance of developing a well rounded musician. I love playing duets with my students and believe that teaching and learning music should be enjoyable and fun for both teacher and student.
Strumming made easy in class
89% students say rhythm and timing improved quickly
Guitar lessons that keep kids motivated
No reminders needed, students are eager to attend
Guitar lessons that balance theory and fun
Includes just enough music theory to support practical learning
Guitar lessons quick guide
My teaching approach is rooted in empathy, creativity and a progressive method that integrates music theory seamlessly into practical application. I specialize in classical, acoustic and general guitar lessons. By following a well-structured curriculum tailored to cater to over 200 students, ranging from beginners to intermediate levels and encompassing both kids and adults, I ensure engaging and effective learning experiences. My strength lies in making complex concepts easy to grasp through interactive lessons, fostering a deep understanding of music and guitar playing for all my students. I enjoy sharing the love of music and the Classical guitar with my students and hope that we will share a musical bond for many years, as I did with my teacher. I am very patient and empathetic, but I will encourage you to work and study hard to achieve your goals.
Your guitar teacher expertise
Scales and Modes
Music theory
Guitar for beginners
Chords and Rhythms
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Guitar Tuner Apps
Metronome Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Classical Guitar
Learner for guitar lessons
Guitar for Kids
Guitar for Beginners
Guitar for Adults
Guitar for Intermediate

Guitar concept taught by Elizabeth
During a recent piano lesson, Elizabeth worked with Princess Sophia to refine her playing, focusing on finger dexterity, wrist movement, and note duration. Sophia engaged with scales, melodies, and songs such as "Fred the Fish" and "Old McDonald," receiving Elizabeth's feedback on her hand position and timing. For their next steps, "Fred the Fish" on pages 40 and 41 was identified for additional practice.
Butterfly Motion (Piano Hand Position)
Rhythm (Floating vs. Sinking)
Middle C
Note Duration (Minims)
Elizabeth worked with a learner residing in Sacramento on playing "Let It Snow" on the keyboard. They focused on scales and specific sections of the song that the learner found challenging. Elizabeth recommended practicing tricky sections in small chunks and highlighting similar bars to recognize patterns. The learner was assigned to practice the song, especially the identified measures, for further refinement.
Piano Posture
Practicing Tricky Sections
Identifying Musical Patterns
Elizabeth Kahn's recent piano lesson with Arya (Zechariah Sparrow) focused on foundational music reading skills. They explored the stave, whole notes, treble and bass clefs, and middle C. Arya spent time practicing whole notes using both hands and started on a new piece, the 'butterfly song,' specifically chosen to help develop a light touch. Homework for Arya involves practicing 'Let's Play' with both the right and left hands, emphasizing whole notes, and revisiting the ocean animals piece from a different book.
Middle C
Bass Clef
Stave (Staff)
Whole Note (Semibreve)
Treble Clef
Note Duration (Counts)
During a recent piano lesson, Elizabeth collaborated with Autumn on her pieces, "At the Crossroads" and "Sweet Caroline." The focus of their work was on refining rhythm, understanding key signatures, and improving technique. Autumn received specific advice to verify a potential sheet music error in "At the Crossroads" with her band teacher and to practice both musical selections diligently with a metronome. They also made an administrative change, agreeing to move to half-hour weekly lessons.
Flexible Wrist Technique (Piano)
Metronome Practice
Rhythm & Timing with Eighth Notes
B Flat Major Scale Fingering (Left Hand)
Accidentals in Music
Elizabeth guided Emanuel in his piano lesson, where they focused on pieces such as "I Love Coffee, I Love Tea," which involved black keys from his book, and "Old McDonald." Emanuel dedicated time to coordinating his hands and accurately following note sequences. For his homework, he was assigned "Old McDonald," which he is preparing to perform at school on Thursday.
Hand Crossing Technique
Finger Numbering
Right & Left Hand Coordination
Elizabeth and Ali recently dedicated a piano lesson to refining core skills, including rhythm, note reading, and coordination. Ali focused on mastering harmonic intervals, dotted half notes, and dynamics while working through pieces such as "Good King Wenceslas," "Jingle Bells," and "Rockets." Elizabeth offered valuable advice, emphasizing the importance of accurate counting, balancing the melody between the hands, and practicing slowly to eliminate any hesitations.
Dotted Half Note
Slur (Legato)
Tied Notes
Dynamics (Forte & Piano)
Melody Shifting Hands
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