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Collin Young

Train with a graduate of Metalworks Institute who teaches with empathy, skill, and strong theory insight.

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Guitar lessons - Collin Young

Bachelors degree

$36

$33

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About your guitar teacher

I'm Collin Young, a seasoned guitar tutor with a Bachelor's degree and over 15 years of experience. My passion for music led me to explore every aspect of guitar playing, from chord progressions to fingerstyle techniques. Through personalized online lessons, I specialize in nurturing college-level students in guitar and bass guitar. With expertise in music theory, scales, and a variety of genres, I craft lessons that resonate with each student's learning style. Join me to dive into the world of music with expert guidance tailored just for you.

Collin graduated from Metalworks Institute

Collin graduated from Metalworks Institute

Guitar lessons overview

My teaching approach is rooted in empathy, musical expressiveness, and creativity. I seamlessly blend music theory, performance coaching, and personalized tutoring to elevate your learning experience. Specializing in Guitar and Bass Guitar lessons, I leverage tech tools like Amp Simulators, DAWs, and Ear Training Software for interactive online learning. Whether following A-Levels, AP Programs, or other curricula, I tailor lessons to college-level students. With over two decades of experience, I adapt lessons to suit your goals and music preferences, ensuring a supportive and engaging environment where we explore fundamentals, spark creativity, and most importantly, enjoy the musical journey together.

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Fun and relaxed guitar classes

90% Students enjoy learning without feeling pressured

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Highly trusted guitar teacher by parents

87% parents find real musical growth and stronger focus at home

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Step-by-step guitar classes tracking

86% students see clear milestones across levels

Your guitar teacher specialities

Strumming and Picking Techniques icon

Strumming and Picking Techniques

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Music theory

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Songs and Repertoire

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Scales and Modes

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Ear training

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Guitar concept taught by Collin

Sheri learned 1 day ago

Collin is giving Sheri guitar lessons, focusing on note recognition, rhythm, timing, and song structure. They cover topics like notes on the sixth string, dotted quarter notes, chord transitions, strumming patterns, and musical notation like "del segno" and first/second endings. Sheri is practicing scales, exercises, and songs like "Sweet Caroline," with Collin providing guidance and resources to improve her skills.

Del Segno (DS) and Fine

First and Second Endings

Chord Transitions

Dotted Notes - General

Dotted Quarter Note

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Sheri learned 8 days ago

Collin led Sheri through a guitar lesson that included note reading, chord practice, and song performance. Sheri worked on "let ring" exercises, note identification on ledger lines, and staccato techniques, and started learning "Sweet Caroline." They reviewed chord progressions and discussed strategies for remembering musical patterns, with a plan to continue practicing the new song.

Chord Progressions

F Sharp

Staccato vs. Legato

Notes on the Guitar

Ledger Lines

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Sheri learned 22 days ago

Collin led Sheri through a guitar lesson that covered technique, theory, and song practice. They worked on chord transitions, finger placement, muting, timing, and riffs, focusing on a song for the 4th of July. Collin provided guidance and feedback to help Sheri improve her playing, and they planned to continue working on the song and other techniques in future lessons.

Offbeat Rhythm

High A Note

Chord Transitions

Let Ring Technique

Palm Muting

Riff Repetition and Variation

Pauses

Finger Placement

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Sheri learned 29 days ago

Collin tutored Sheri on guitar, covering repeat symbols, new notes (high A), new chords (D, E, E minor, G), eighth-note rhythms, and palm muting. Sheri practiced these techniques while learning sections of a new song. Collin suggested alternative fingerings to improve Sheri's transitions, and they agreed to continue practicing the song at a comfortable tempo.

Fingering Technique

Palm Muting

Chord Strumming with Eighth Notes

New Note: High A

Key Signatures (F#)

Repeat Symbols

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Cathy learned about 1 month ago

Collin and Cathy worked on guitar, focusing on chord transitions, time signatures (3/4 vs. 4/4), and song structure. Cathy practiced a song, working through transitions and alternate endings. They agreed to have one more lesson before Cathy decides whether to continue.

Alternate Endings

Time Signatures

Anticipating Transitions

Chord Buzzing

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Sheri learned about 2 months ago

On June 4, 2025, Collin gave Sheri a guitar lesson covering fifth-string notes, repeat symbols, a song in F sharp (including fingering, first/second endings, and structure), palm-muted riffs, and pacing exercises. Sheri will practice pacing while traveling before their next lesson in two weeks.

Eighth Note Picking

Repeat Symbols

First and Second Endings

Palm Muting

Fifth String Notes (A

B

C)

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Types of guitar lessons

Guitar

Guitar

Bass Guitar

Bass Guitar

Free lesson slots

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Teaching tools used in guitar classes

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Guitar Tuner Apps

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Chord Diagram Apps

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Amp Simulators

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Metronome Apps

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PDF Sheet Music

Student types for guitar lessons

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Guitar for intermediate

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Guitar for adults

Interactive guitar lessons

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Record lessons

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Note taking

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Pets are welcomed

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Mobile joining

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Open Q&A

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