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
/ 55 min
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.
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Music theory
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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
Guitar concepts taught by David
The student and tutor worked on improving guitar strumming rhythm and consistency, addressing minor timing errors and the importance of tuning. They discussed strategies for developing muscle memory through metronome practice, and planned to introduce new techniques and songs like "Tears in Heaven" and "Summer of '69" in future sessions.
Strumming Pattern Consistency
Muscle Memory and Practice
The Role of the Metronome
Guitar String Maintenance
The student and tutor worked on improving guitar playing, focusing on rhythmic accuracy, chord transitions, and specific strumming patterns for a song. They practiced isolating difficult sections, refining finger technique, and understanding chord durations. The tutor provided a beat-by-beat breakdown for practicing song sections and suggested playing along with the original track.
Rhythm and Timing in Guitar Playing
Musical Structure and Chord Progressions
Dynamic Range and Musical Expression
Chord Voicings and Transitions
The tutor and student worked on guitar playing, focusing on rhythmic accuracy, chord articulation, and strumming patterns. They practiced specific techniques to improve clarity and timing, and discussed strategies for addressing buzzing strings. Homework includes practicing the discussed rhythmic patterns and chord techniques.
Rhythmic Precision: Understanding Eighth Notes and Syncopation
Finger Dexterity and Clarity in Strumming
Chord Voicings and Efficiency
The Tutor and Student worked on strumming patterns with an emphasis on beat four and eighth notes to improve the student's timing and rhythm. They practiced various exercises to internalize the feel of the rhythm and discussed techniques for breaking down complex musical passages. The student was assigned to focus on beat four and was given tips on how to send video recordings for review.
Strumming Patterns: Quarter and Eighth Note Combinations
Simplifying Complex Rhythms
Fluid Wrist Motion
Muscle Memory and Counting
Eighth Note Rhythms
Beat Four Emphasis
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
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Metronome Apps
Amp Simulators
PDF Sheet Music
Backing Track Libraries
Guitar Tuner Apps
Engaging guitar lessons
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed
Weekend lessons
Parent feedback
Record lessons
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