David Guillaume
Discover your passion for guitar and the technique will follow. And a little music theory couldn't hurt either!
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David Guillaume
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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David - Know your guitar teacher
David Guillaume is a passionate music educator and songwriter with over 10 years of experience teaching guitar, songwriting, and music theory to students of all ages and skill levels—both in-person and online. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, David brings a deep understanding of musical craft and creativity to every lesson. In addition to teaching, David has written and collaborated on songs for other artists, gaining firsthand experience in the professional music industry. His teaching approach combines technical skill-building with creative expression, helping students not only play and write with confidence but also develop their own unique musical voice. Whether you’re picking up the guitar for the first time or refining your songwriting and theory skills, David’s lessons are designed to be encouraging, personalized, and inspiring—making music both accessible and deeply rewarding.
Your guitar teacher expertise
Fingerstyle
Music theory
Chord Progressions
Scales and Modes
Songs and Repertoire
Guitar Techniques
Ear training
Learner for guitar lessons
Guitar for advanced
Guitar for intermediate
Guitar for adults
Guitar for beginners
Guitar for kids
Guitar lessons quick guide
My teaching approach is a blend of creativity, theory integration, technique, focus, empathy and performance coaching, ensuring engaging and effective lessons. Specializing in Jazz, Classical, Electric, Bass, and Acoustic Guitar, I have offered personalized tutoring to over 200 students of various levels and ages, including kids, adults, beginners, intermediates, and advanced players. I leverage a wide array of tech tools like video conferencing platforms, interactive online whiteboards, music editing software, and digital sheet music resources to create dynamic and interactive lessons. By tailoring each session to the student's skill level and learning style, I aim to foster a deep understanding of music theory, technical proficiency, and musical expression, enabling students to excel in their guitar playing journey.
Guitar teacher who keeps it simple
Breaks down chords and strumming in easy steps
Guitar lessons have strong results in a short time
91% Parent feel they kids have started playing songs within weeks
Flexible scheduling for guitar lessons
92% students say guitar classes easily fit into their weekly routines
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Bass Guitar
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
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Guitar concepts taught by David
The tutor and student worked on guitar fundamentals, specifically focusing on rhythmic precision and strumming patterns. The student practiced executing various beats within a measure and transitioning between chords with consistent timing, with the goal of developing a solid internal sense of rhythm for broader musical application.
Rhythm and Timing in Guitar
Strumming Patterns and Practice
The Importance of Well-Rounded Musicianship
Physicality in Playing
The tutor and student worked on developing the student's rhythmic feel and timing on the guitar. They practiced exercises focused on eighth notes and internalizing the beat, with the tutor emphasizing the importance of consistent timing over simply playing the correct pattern. The student was encouraged to focus on these exercises to improve their overall musicality and ability to play along with songs.
The Importance of Timing and Feel
Economy of Movement and Mental Bandwidth
The Role of Practice and Skill Development
Subjective Feel vs. Objective Performance
The tutor and student worked on developing rhythmic accuracy and playing in time using a metronome, focusing on internalizing the 'pulse' of music. They practiced eighth notes and quarter note rhythms, addressed issues with counting and tempo consistency, and began learning a common strumming pattern. The homework involved continuing practice with previously assigned rhythmic exercises and focusing on listening to the song to identify chord changes.
The Musical Pulse
Metronome Mastery
Rhythm and Note Values
Strumming Patterns
Musical Interpretation and Practice
The tutor and student worked extensively on guitar rhythm and strumming techniques. They practiced playing with a metronome, focusing on timing and the subdivision of beats into eighth notes. The session also introduced different strumming patterns relevant to specific music genres and offered a simplified approach to practicing B minor chords.
The Importance of Consistent Practice and Repetition
Chord Voicings: Open String vs. Barre Chords (B minor Example)
Understanding Note Durations: Quarter vs. Eighth Notes
Rhythm and Timing in Guitar Playing
The student and tutor worked on developing the student's guitar playing rhythm and timing. They clarified specific strumming patterns for a song, discussed the importance of counting beats, and identified rhythm as the primary area for future focus. Next steps include practicing clapping rhythms to improve timing and potentially incorporating some basic music theory.
Rhythm and Timing in Guitar
The "Compliment Sandwich" Feedback Method
Eighth Notes and Rhythmic Interpretation
Active Listening and "Shadowing" in Music Practice
The tutor and student reviewed fundamental guitar techniques, focusing on rhythm, timing, and accurate note playing. They discussed practice strategies, emphasizing consistent effort and focused learning, and planned to work on "Seven Nation Army" as the next primary song to master.
The Importance of Rhythm and Timing
Walk Before You Run: Foundational Practice
Effort and Practice: The Path to Mastery
Active Listening and Musicality
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Metronome Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Guitar Tuner Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Amp Simulators
Engaging guitar lessons
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Weekend lessons
Note taking
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