Helen Wyrick
Guitar Lessons at The New School - Mannes School of Music
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Helen Wyrick
Bachelors degree
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Helen - Know your guitar teacher
I'm Helen Wyrick, a guitar instructor and recent graduate from Mannes School of Music where I received my Bachelor's degree in Classical Guitar Performance. I specialize in personalized guitar lessons covering Electric, Classical, Acoustic, and General Guitar for students of all ages and at all levels. My specialities include fingerstyle picking, music theory, ear training, and chord progressions. I love creating a tailored learning experience to help my students master chords, scales, and songs effectively. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, I've got you covered! I focus on developing strong fundamentals while keeping the lessons engaging and fun. My goal as an instructor is to foster a love and curiosity for music of any genre. Let's embark on this musical journey together and unlock your full potential on the guitar! Book your lessons today for a melodic learning experience like no other!
Helen graduated from The New School- Mannes School of Music
Your guitar teacher expertise
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Guitar Techniques
Chords and Rhythms
Fingerstyle
Music theory
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Guitar lessons quick guide
My personalized tutoring approach focuses on engaging and creative lessons while integrating theory with practical techniques. As a skilled Classical and Electric Guitar tutor, I specialize in coaching students at all levels: including beginners, intermediates, advanced players. By incorporating interactive online learning platforms and offline tools, I ensure a well-rounded learning experience. My strength lies in tailoring lessons to suit individual learning styles, fostering a deep understanding of the instrument and nurturing a passion and love for music. I have been studying guitar for over thirteen years. I've worked under professionals of different genres and teaching styles, which have greatly influenced my own teaching philosophy. I strongly value practice and discipline, but the most important thing for me as an instructor is to ensure my students are having fun with music.
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Guitar concepts taught by Helen
The Student practiced guitar techniques including strumming patterns, fingerpicking, and chord transitions, focusing on the songs 'Maria', 'Glue Song', and 'Beaches'. The Tutor introduced music theory concepts such as chord construction, accidentals, and chord progressions, and assigned 'Dreams' by The Cranberries as a new song to learn. The Student was also instructed to practice a smaller bar chord shape for future use.
Chord Voicings and Transitions
Understanding Chord Construction: Triads and 7th Chords
Fretboard Navigation: Semitones and Accidentals
Guitar Tone Shaping: Pickups and Amplifiers
Barre Chords: Technique and Application
Triplet Rhythms
Chord Progressions and the 1-4-5-1 Progression
The student reviewed "Sienna", focusing on chord transitions and new chords. The student then began learning "No One Noticed", covering chords, strumming patterns, muting techniques, a guitar solo with sliding, and the keyboard part with fingerpicking. The student was assigned to practice the new song, focusing on accuracy and coordination.
Guitar Solo: Power Chords and Sliding
Muting Strings
Fingerpicking and Arpeggiation
Down-Up Strumming with Thumb and Index Finger
E7 and E minor 7 Chords
Strumming Patterns: Suggestion vs. Imitation
Chord Recognition and Shapes
The Tutor and Student worked on understanding and playing seventh chords on the guitar, focusing on the song "Sienna." The session included learning chord shapes, transitioning between chords, and applying a strumming pattern. The Student was assigned to practice the chords, strumming pattern, and learning the song's melody by ear, with a focus on enjoying the practice process.
A Minor 7 Chord
D7 Chord
G Major 7 Chord
Left-Hand Independence Exercise
Melody vs. Chords
Seventh Chords: Introduction
The Tutor and Student worked on sheet music reading, chord transitions, and basic music theory. The student practiced identifying notes on the fretboard and transitioning between G, C, and D7 chords. The student was assigned the melody of the 12-bar rock progression, and Wonder Wall by Oasis was introduced as a potential song to learn. They also discussed working on songs by the Maras in future lessons.
Sheet Music Reading: Note Recognition
Strumming Patterns and Accents
A7sus4 Chord: Suspended Chords
Rhythm Guitar vs. Lead Guitar
Seventh Chords: D7 Chord Theory
Chord Transitions
The Student learned fingerpicking patterns and applied them to exercises and a song. The tutor also introduced a new song and reviewed strumming patterns for "Rip Tide". The Student was assigned to practice the fingerpicking patterns and the new song, focusing on smooth transitions.
Fingerpicking Patterns
Arpeggiation
Time Signatures
Chord Transitions
Capo Use and Key Changes
16th Note Strumming Patterns
The Tutor guided the Student in refining chord transitions, mastering new strumming patterns for 'Knocking on Heaven's Door,' and beginning a new fingerpicking song. The session included explanations of rhythm in folk music, strumming patterns, and chord variations. The Student was assigned practice on chord transitions, strumming, and the initial section of 'Suzanne,' stopping before the B minor chord, in preparation for learning bar chords next week.
Chord Transitions
Barre Chords
Eighth and Quarter Notes
Strumming Patterns
Sixteenth Notes
Fret Markers
Slash Chords
Learning tools used in guitar classes
PDF Sheet Music
Metronome Apps
Ear Training Software
Engaging guitar lessons
Note taking
Weekend lessons
Open Q&A
Parent feedback
Record lessons
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