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
/ 30 min
Collin - Know 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.
Your guitar teacher expertise
Scales and Modes
Music theory
Chord Progressions
Songs and Repertoire
Guitar Techniques
Collin graduated from Metalworks Institute

Guitar lessons quick guide
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.

Guitar concept taught by Collin
The session reviewed power chords, sharps, and flats on the guitar, along with interpreting musical notation for chord and melody. The student practiced identifying and playing various chords and worked on understanding the structure of the song 'I Love Rock and Roll'. The tutor provided updated sheet music and recommended focusing on consistent fingering for specific sections.
Finger Placement Consistency
Song Structure and Navigation (I Love Rock and Roll)
Reading Chord and Melody Exercises
Open String Power Chords
Sharps and Flats
Power Chords and Root Notes
The Student practiced rhythm and transitions on the guitar using specific exercises and started learning "Happy" by Pharrell Williams, which involved using a capo. The focus was on timing, smooth transitions, and understanding how the capo affects the fretboard. Homework includes practicing the rhythm exercises, transitions, and the initial riff from "Happy."
Combining Rhythm Exercises
Happy by Pharrell Williams Exercise
Using a Capo
Shape of You Exercise
Transition Exercises
The student and tutor reviewed guitar chords, rhythm exercises, and playing along with songs. The session included practice with "We Will Rock You," exercises focusing on whole and half notes, and an Imagine Dragons song. The student was instructed to continue practicing the exercises and songs, paying attention to rhythm and smooth transitions.
Quarter Note Introduction
Two-Chord Song Structure
Whole Note Rhythm
Half Note Rhythm
"Radioactive" Song Sections
Utilizing YouTube Playback Speed
Collin guided Sheri through a guitar lesson, focusing on chord transitions, correct fingering, and note identification in various songs. They worked on pieces incorporating C, E, and G7 chords, and an AC/DC song introduced Sheri to power chords and string bending techniques. Sheri is tasked with practicing these songs during the week to improve her playing and understanding of the concepts covered. The city for this lesson was not specified.
Power Chords
Guitar Bend Technique
Open Notes in Chords
Specific Fingering for Chords
Reading Stacked Notes (Chords)
Collin taught Hannah guitar, focusing on reading tabs and chord boxes, practicing the E minor and G chords for "We Will Rock You," and introducing basic music theory concepts like whole, half, and quarter notes. Hannah practiced exercises from the "Missaga Rockstars" series to improve her rhythm. For the next session, Hannah will work on "Radioactive" by Imagine Dragons and continue practicing the exercises.
Half Rest
Guitar Tablature (Tab)
Chord Boxes
Whole Note
Half Note
Quarter Note
Collin guided the learner, who resides in Downtown Naperville, through rhythm exercises, sharps, flats, and chord stacks on the guitar. They practiced applying these concepts to songs and began learning AC/DC's "TNT," focusing on the main riff and power chords. Collin recommended listening to "TNT" to internalize its offbeat timing and chord patterns.
Eighth Rests
Sharps
Power Chords
Flats
Chord Stacks
Open Strings in Chords
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Bass Guitar
Learner for guitar lessons
Guitar for adults
Guitar for intermediate
Engaging guitar lessons
Record lessons
Open Q&A
Note taking
Weekend lessons
Mobile joining
Learning tools used in guitar classes
Looping Pedals
Metronome Apps
Amp Simulators
PDF Sheet Music
Chord Diagram Apps
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