Helen Wyrick
Guitar Lessons at The New School - Mannes School of Music
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Guitar lessons - Helen Wyrick
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
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!
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.
Helen graduated from The New School- Mannes School of Music
Your guitar teacher expertise
Guitar Techniques
Chords and Rhythms
Fingerstyle
Music theory
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Learning tools used in guitar classes
PDF Sheet Music
Metronome Apps
Ear Training Software
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Learner for guitar lessons
Guitar for Kids
Guitar for Advanced
Guitar for Intermediate
Guitar for Beginners
Guitar for Adults
Guitar concept taught by Helen
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.
Barre Chords
Eighth and Quarter Notes
Strumming Patterns
Sixteenth Notes
Fret Markers
Slash Chords
Chord Transitions
The session focused on guitar techniques, including reading sheet music, practicing pentatonic scales and guitar licks, and learning power chords. The Student practiced identifying notes, finger placements, and rhythms, and was assigned exercises to improve finger dexterity and chord transitions. The Student was also assigned a song to listen to and sheet music practice for the coming week.
Power Chords: Root and Fifth
Chromatic Technique Exercise
Rhythm and Note Duration: Eighth Notes and Quarter Notes
Pentatonic Scales: E Minor and A Minor
Fingerpicking Basics
Sheet Music Reading: Note Identification
Helen taught Emma new strumming and fingerpicking patterns, including the Calypso strum, Waltz strum, and a fingerpicking pattern for "Scarborough Fair." Emma practiced chord transitions and applied new strumming patterns to "Knocking on Heaven's Door." For homework, Emma will continue practicing the picking patterns, "Scarborough Fair," and the chord movements with strumming for "Knocking on Heaven's Door."
Calypso Strum & Ghosting
Guide Fingers for Chord Transitions
A minor Chord
Basic Strum Pattern
Time Signature (3/4 vs 4/4)
Helen conducted a guitar lesson with a learner from Killearn Estates, focusing on C major and E minor pentatonic scales, reading tab, and chord transitions in "Rip Tide." The learner practiced finger placements, rhythm, and chord changes, and was also introduced to the F major 7 chord. Helen assigned practice on the scales and chord transitions for the upcoming week.
Scale Degrees
C Major Scale
Minor Pentatonic Scale
Eighth Notes & Quarter Notes
Chord Transitions
F Major 7 Chord
During their recent guitar lesson, Helen guided Erica through music reading, right-hand picking techniques, and chord progressions. Erica dedicated her practice to sight-reading exercises, alternate picking, and mastering a 1-4-5 chord progression in C. For her ongoing practice, Helen tasked Erica with familiarizing herself with notes on the E, B, and G strings, continuing alternate picking, and working on the strumming patterns for the Bob Dylan song.
Alternate Picking
Triads
Scale Degrees
Chord Progressions
Eighth Notes
Reading Music on Guitar
Engaging guitar lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Weekend lessons
Chat for quick help
Mobile joining
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