Elizabeth Kahn
Learn with a UNISA graduate who teaches guitar using a fresh theory approach and creative techniques.
Private lessons - Elizabeth Kahn
Bachelors degree
$32
$30
/ hour
About 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 overview
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 specialities
Music theory
Scales and Modes
Guitar for beginners
Chords and Rhythms
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Guitar concept taught by Elizabeth
Elizabeth Kahn led Jelks Cabaniss through a piano lesson that included practicing scales and arpeggios in various keys, working on pieces like "Little Brown Jug" and "Mexican Hand Clapping Song," and introducing music theory concepts such as syncopation and the different forms of A minor scales. Jelks also worked on legato pedaling. They scheduled the next lesson for July 17th.
Harmonic Minor Scale
Melodic Minor Scale
Syncopation
Legato Pedaling
A Minor Key
Elizabeth Kahn taught Sandralucia piano, focusing on the F major scale and "Can You Feel the Love Tonight." Sandralucia learned half the song and improved her fingering. Elizabeth and Sandralucia's mother discussed future lessons, acknowledging the need for commitment and the upcoming holiday, with the mother pleased with Sandralucia's progress.
Finger Placement
F Major Scale
Tied Notes
Coordination
Elizabeth Kahn led Mya Allen in a piano lesson that covered scales, arpeggios, and focused on refining Mya's performance of the Minuet in G and Don Giovanni. They explored new pieces, including selections from a Disney Princess collection and "Für Elise." Mya will scan and send the sheet music from the Disney Princess collection and will also practice "Für Elise" for the next lesson.
Emphasis on First Beat
Scales - A Major
Order of Sharps
F Major Scale
Lifting off Slurs
Chunking Difficult Passages
Elizabeth guided Patrick through a piano lesson that included scale practice, review of pieces focusing on dynamics and fingering, and an introduction to Hanon exercises for finger strength. Elizabeth explained musical concepts such as accidentals, "DC al Fine," and dotted notes. She assigned Patrick exercises from a music theory book and will review his progress next session.
D.C. al Fine
Note Values
Time Signatures
Accidentals
Crescendo and Diminuendo
Dotted Notes
Elizabeth guided Sandra through a piano lesson that included reviewing pieces, introducing new pieces from a new book, and reinforcing musical concepts such as intervals, legato, and rhythm. Sandra practiced sight-reading and worked on improving her coordination. Elizabeth assigned practice pieces from the new book, ranging from "The Train" to "Old McDonald."
Thumb Placement on Middle C
Dotted Half Notes
Legato Lines (Slurs)
Intervals: Seconds and Thirds
Counting in Music
Elizabeth Kahn guided Jelks Cabaniss through piano practice, covering scales, arpeggios, rhythm exercises, and several pieces including "Can-Can" and "Old Lang Syne." Jelks worked on fingering, chord transitions, and articulation. Elizabeth recommended listening to a recording of a new Italian-style piece and scheduled the next lesson for Monday.
Accents
D flat major scale
Arpeggiation
F Major Primary Chords
Dominant Seventh Chord
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Classical Guitar
Free lesson slots
1 / 1
Teaching tools used in guitar classes
Guitar Tuner Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Metronome Apps
Student types for guitar lessons
Guitar for Beginners
Guitar for Kids
Guitar for Intermediate
Guitar for Adults
Interactive guitar lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
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