Collin Young
Train with a graduate of Metalworks Institute who teaches with empathy, skill, and strong theory insight.
Guitar lessons - Collin Young
Bachelors degree
$36
$33
/ hour
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
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.
Fun and relaxed guitar classes
90% Students enjoy learning without feeling pressured
Highly trusted guitar teacher by parents
87% parents find real musical growth and stronger focus at home
Step-by-step guitar classes tracking
86% students see clear milestones across levels
Your guitar teacher specialities
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Music theory
Songs and Repertoire
Scales and Modes
Ear training
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Guitar concept taught by Collin
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
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
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
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
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
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)
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Bass Guitar
Free lesson slots
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Teaching tools used in guitar classes
Guitar Tuner Apps
Chord Diagram Apps
Amp Simulators
Metronome Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Student types for guitar lessons
Guitar for intermediate
Guitar for adults
Interactive guitar lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
Guitar lessons in cities
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