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Gain a solid understanding of music theory from a University of Maryland-trained guitarist with a creative edge.

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Guitar lessons - James Harrington

Bachelors degree

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$38

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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103 ratings
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Real performance opportunities

80% of students showcase their skills in recitals and performances.

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Focus on mastering musical skills

9 out of 10 parents see significant improvement in their child’s abilities.

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Flexible scheduling for musical learning

90% of students find it easy to schedule lessons around their musical practice.

About your guitar teacher

I'm James Harrington, a seasoned guitar tutor with over 7 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in Music. I specialize in offering personalized guitar lessons tailored to all ages and levels, including school students, college-goers, adults, and professionals. My expertise spans a wide array of subjects like Acoustic, Electric, and Classical Guitar, covering everything from Chord Progressions to Fingerstyle techniques. Through my passion for composing music and exploring different genres, I bring a unique flair to my lessons, making them engaging and impactful. Whether you're a beginner aiming to strum your first chord or an experienced player looking to refine your skills, I ensure a customized approach to suit your learning style and goals. Join me for an enriching musical journey where we delve into Chords, Scales, Music Theory, and much more. Let's strum, pick, and learn together, creating beautiful melodies along the way. Book your guitar lessons with me today and let's unlock your full potential!

Your guitar teacher specialities

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Strumming and Picking Techniques

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Ear training

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Scales and Modes

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Fingerstyle

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Guitar for beginners

Guitar lessons overview

In my guitar lessons, I strive to create an immersive and dynamic learning environment that caters to students of all ages and skill levels. By incorporating expressive musicality, theory integration, creative exercises, ear training, and sight reading, I ensure a comprehensive learning experience. I utilize a range of tech tools such as amp simulators, backing track libraries, and ear training software to enhance interactive lessons. I follow diverse curricula like A-Levels, AP Program, IB, and more to meet the varied educational needs of over 200 students, including those in school, college, and professional settings. My personalized tutoring approach fosters a deep understanding of guitar techniques and music theory, making learning enjoyable and rewarding for every student on their musical journey.

Student types for guitar lessons

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Guitar for kids

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Guitar for beginners

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Guitar for intermediate

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Guitar for adults

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All Levels

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Guitar for advanced

Teaching tools used in guitar classes

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Guitar Tuner Apps

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Amp Simulators

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Chord Diagram Apps

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PDF Sheet Music

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DAWs

Types of guitar lessons

Guitar

Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Electric Guitar

Electric Guitar

Classical Guitar

Classical Guitar

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Elsie Peck

about 1 month ago

Tarrytown and guitar lessons with James are a wonderful combination. Everyone who is passionate about guitar, I recommend James

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Hailie Mcguire

about 2 months ago

Learning in Surprise from James has been a game changer I went from simple strumming to playing full songs with ease. The teaching style is both encouraging and highly effective.

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Hadassah King

Hadassah King

4 months ago

Playing blues on electric guitar has opened up a whole new world for me. Thanks to James , I’ve been digging into the foundations of lead playing and finding my own sound. Improvisation felt intimidating before, but now I’m able to jump into a jam and create melodies on the spot with ease.

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Aydin Lamb

5 months ago

Before I met James , I really was very scared of perfoming on stage but he helped me gain confidence by giving me multiple guitar exercises and I performed many gigs back inAudubon Park.

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Ruby Bishop

9 months ago

Lessons with James taught me how to play guitar and gave me confidence. his classes at Arden-Arcade are so structured that it makes it so fun to attend his classes.

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Spencer Todd

about 1 year ago

James ’s mix of structure and ease in The Oaks reignited my passion for guitar suddenly everything clicked.

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