Helen Wyrick
Guitar Lessons at The New School - Mannes School of Music
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Helen Wyrick
Bachelors degree
/ 55 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!
Helen graduated from The New School- Mannes School of Music
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Strumming and Picking Techniques
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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.
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Guitar concepts taught by Helen
Student and Tutor continued to practice bar chords through exercises and song application. They learned fingerpicking patterns for a Malcolm Todd song, focusing on bar chord technique and transitions. Additionally, they began working on chord progressions for Rex Orange County's "Best Friend," including playing chords in higher registers. The Student was encouraged to continue practicing bar chords and the specific song sections for homework.
Playing Chords in Different Octaves / Fretboard Utilization
Mastering Challenging Techniques: Persistence with Bar Chords
Targeted Bar Chord Pressure & Muting
Fingerpicking Patterns & Application
Fretboard Navigation & Note Identification
Bar Chord Technique & Strengthening
Student and Tutor reviewed initial guitar chord difficulties and the concept of arpeggiated playing. They learned a fingerpicking pattern for a G sharp minor 7 chord, discussed bar chord technique, and memorized notes on the low E string. They also began learning chords for the song "Best Friend" and established a practice plan focusing on fretboard notes, bar chord exercises, and specific song sections.
Movable Bar Chord Shapes
Notes
Chords
and Basic Triad Theory
Mastering Bar Chords
Arpeggiation and Finger Picking
Fretboard Note Memorization (E & e Strings)
Finger Independence Exercise
Fingerpicking vs. Pick Technique
Pick Thickness and Material
Alternate Picking Technique
Finger Independence Exercise
A Minor Pentatonic Scale
Barre Chords (C minor 7 & F minor 7)
Arpeggiation vs. Strumming
Guitar Riff Construction
The student and tutor focused on guitar technique, practicing finger independence exercises, scales, and a new song lick. They also discussed amplifier settings and began learning basic chord progressions for a new song, with plans to continue practicing these elements and explore more complex material in the next lesson.
Finger Independence Exercises
Guitar Scales: A Minor Pentatonic and A Major
Learning Guitar Licks and Riffs
Electric Guitar Amplifier Effects
Chord Voicings and Transitions
The tutor and student reviewed music theory concepts including scales, half steps, and whole steps, then applied these to learning the major scale formula. They practiced guitar chords, specifically focusing on mastering the F chord and its transitions, as well as alternative G chord fingerings to improve fluidity in songs like 'Go Away' and 'My Girlfriend'. A new song, 'Men I Trust,' was introduced with its chords and riffs, and the student was assigned practice on these new concepts.
Understanding Riffs and Melodies
Chord Transitions and Finger Independence
Mastering the F Chord
Musical Scales: The Basics
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