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
Chords and Rhythms
Fingerstyle
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Music theory
Guitar Techniques
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Metronome Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Ear Training Software
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Learner for guitar lessons
Guitar for Kids
Guitar for Beginners
Guitar for Intermediate
Guitar for Adults
Guitar for Advanced
Guitar concept taught by Helen
The session focused on guitar techniques, including sheet music reading, pentatonic scales, power chords, and a chromatic exercise. The student practiced identifying notes, playing scales and licks, and understanding rhythm. Homework includes practicing sheet music, pentatonic scales, the Day Tripper lick, power chords, and the chromatic technique exercise with a metronome.
Pentatonic Scales
Rhythm and Note Duration
Power Chords
Guitar Technique Exercises
Sheet Music Reading
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."
Basic Strum Pattern
Calypso Strum & Ghosting
Time Signature (3/4 vs 4/4)
A minor Chord
Guide Fingers for Chord Transitions
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.
Reading Music on Guitar
Eighth Notes
Alternate Picking
Chord Progressions
Scale Degrees
Triads
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.
Triads & Seventh Chords
Major vs. Minor Chords
Major Scale Formula
Half Steps & Whole Steps
Guitar String Names
Engaging guitar lessons
Parent feedback
Chat for quick help
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed
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