Benjamin Kunkel
Guitar lessons tailored to the needs of each student, designed to help you progress and reach your goals as a guitarist and musician.
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Benjamin Kunkel
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
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30 lessons
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
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Benjamin - Know your guitar teacher
My name is Benjamin Kunkel, I am a professional classical guitarist and music educator. I hold a master’s and bachelor’s degree in guitar performance, and have over 15 years of teaching experience. I am an active solo and chamber musician, and have performed concerts across the United States, Europe and China. I have been a member of the acclaimed Minneapolis Guitar Quartet since 2014, with whom I have toured extensively, recorded a CD, and taught numerous workshops and masterclasses. I have performed in many other ensembles, including a guitar duo with my wife. While my specialty as a performer is classical guitar, I also have years of experience playing and teaching many other styles of music, including jazz, rock, blues, folk, and fingerstyle. As an educator, I have taught guitar and music at many schools, and am passionate about teaching students of all ages and abilities. So whether a complete beginner, or an experienced guitarist who wants to push your playing to the next level, I'm excited to work together!
Benjamin graduated from University of Minnesota
Your guitar teacher expertise
Guitar Techniques
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Music theory
Guitar for beginners
Fingerstyle
Learner for guitar lessons
Guitar for beginners
Guitar for kids
Guitar for adults
Guitar for intermediate
Guitar for advanced
Guitar lessons quick guide
I offer engaging guitar lessons to students of all ages and ability levels. My lessons are focused on you, and I love finding the music and approach that works for each individual student, always in a relaxed and positive environment. I have taught students of all kinds, from young beginners to college students, aspiring professionals to older adults. My online teaching focuses on building sound technique and musicianship from the beginning, no matter what style of music you are interested in. I strongly believe that a good foundation is key to a student’s success, and I prioritize building good habits (and avoiding bad ones!) while applying them to music you’re excited about. Whatever your background and ability level, I approach our lessons with your goals in mind. I tailor my approach to your needs and interests, building confidence, creativity and fun!
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
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Guitar concepts taught by Benjamin
The tutor and student reviewed guitar tablature symbols, including those for note continuation and string bends. They then focused on practicing the song "Wish You Were Here," working through specific chords, bass lines, and the integration of strumming patterns. The tutor provided guidance on fingerings, transitions, and rhythmic feel, with plans to further explore techniques like bends and slides in future sessions.
Chord Voicings and Fingerings
Combining Basslines and Chords
String Bending Techniques
Guitar Tablature Symbols
Hammer-ons and Pull-offs
The student and tutor reviewed guitar strumming techniques, focusing on pick control, wrist angle, and dynamic expression. They practiced various strumming patterns using a chord progression and began dissecting a guitar solo, learning advanced techniques like slides and pull-offs. The student was encouraged to practice these elements throughout the week.
Strumming Control and Dynamics
Developing Strumming Patterns
Guitar Techniques: Slides and Pull-offs
The tutor and student worked extensively on advanced fingerpicking techniques and chord voicings for a specific guitar song. They practiced specific finger placements, transitions between chords, and fretboard navigation, aiming to build muscle memory and improve technique. The tutor offered to create a video demonstration to help the student with memorization.
Navigating the Fretboard and Chord Shapes
Finger Independence and Chord Transitions
Right-Hand Finger Assignment for Plucking
Chord Voicings and Fingering
Travis Picking and Fingerpicking Patterns
The student and tutor worked on guitar technique, specifically the integration of bass notes with strumming patterns. They practiced a new strumming pattern and techniques for smooth transitions between playing bass notes and chords, with a focus on developing the picking hand for rhythmic accuracy. The session concluded with recommendations for practicing isolated skills to improve overall performance.
Sustaining Bass Notes
Introducing Strumming Patterns
Combining Techniques: Strumming and Picking
Maintaining a Loose Pick Grip
Handling Mistakes: The 'Keep Playing' Mindset
The Tutor and Student worked on advanced fingerpicking techniques on the guitar, focusing on learning the song "Blackbird." They reviewed tablature (tab) reading and practiced specific fingerpicking patterns and chord transitions for the song's introduction. The next session was scheduled to continue practicing "Blackbird."
Fingerpicking Technique Refinements
Reading Guitar Tablature (Tab)
Developing Fingerpicking Patterns
Left-Hand Chord Voicings and Transitions
The tutor and student worked on refining guitar playing techniques, focusing on specific sections of a Pink Floyd song. They practiced fingerwork, articulation, and introduced advanced techniques like hammer-ons, pull-offs, and slides, with plans for the student to practice these exercises and potentially explore different guitar specifications.
Finger Independence and Muting
Hammer-ons and Pull-offs
String Bending and Pitch Control
Slides and Tone Articulation
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Chord Diagram Apps
Guitar Tuner Apps
Metronome Apps
PDF Sheet Music
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