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Helen Wyrick

Guitar Lessons at The New School - Mannes School of Music

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Guitar lessons - Helen Wyrick

Bachelors degree

/ 30 min

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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

Helen graduated from The New School- Mannes School of Music

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Music theory

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Guitar Techniques

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Strumming and Picking Techniques

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Fingerstyle

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Chords and Rhythms

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Ear Training Software

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Metronome Apps

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PDF Sheet Music

Types of guitar lessons

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Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

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Electric Guitar

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Classical Guitar

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Guitar for Advanced

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Student learned 6 days ago

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

Time Signature (3/4 vs 4/4)

A minor Chord

Guide Fingers for Chord Transitions

Basic Strum Pattern

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Student learned 18 days ago

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

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Student learned 24 days ago

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.

Eighth Notes

Triads

Scale Degrees

Chord Progressions

Alternate Picking

Reading Music on Guitar

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Student learned 24 days ago

Helen provided a guitar lesson covering anatomy, music reading, scales, and chords. The individual, a student at Laney College in Oakland, practiced identifying notes on the fretboard, playing the C major scale, and transitioning between chords. For homework, Helen assigned practicing the C major scale with a metronome, memorizing basic chords, identifying their roots, and working on the song 'Rip Tide' using a capo.

Guitar String Names

Half Steps & Whole Steps

Major Scale Formula

Triads & Seventh Chords

Major vs. Minor Chords

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