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Ahmad G.
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Speaks Arabic, English -
Teaches students 5 and up -
Teaching since 1992
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Online Bluegrass Guitar Teacher
I'm Ahmad a very enthusiastic musician. I started out teaching myself guitar at the age of 12. I moved to the U.S. in 2001 and studied music for 15 years receiving my B.M. and M.M in music and audio production at San Francisco State University. I then moved to Los Angeles then studied and trained with John Mayer, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, George Lynch and many others. I have performed hundreds of concerts in the U.S. as well in Europe and the Middle East with Artists such as Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, Guns N Roses, Michael Angelo Batio, Ratt, Sammy Hagar, Dokken and many others. I ranked #1 in the Slash Guitar Center competition. I was in the "list of top 5 guitar players ever" according to The Examiner, also picked as one of the best guitarists of 2013 and 2014 consecutively in the Rockwell UnScene magazine, and ranked 3rd in the Steve Vai Sam Ash Best in Shred competition.
I find a student's strengths and weaknesses using various ways to encourage each student. I am very patient, ...
About Ahmad
I'm Ahmad a very enthusiastic musician. I started out teaching myself guitar at the age of 12. I moved to the U.S. in 2001 and studied music for 15 years receiving my B.M. & M.M in music and audio production at San Francisco State University. I then moved to Los Angeles then studied and trained with
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Jonah R.
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Teaching since 2010 -
BA in Psychology from University of Southern California -
Teaches students 6 and up
Teaching Locations:

Online Bluegrass Guitar Teacher
Fingerpicking is one of my favorite styles of guitar to play! Whether you want to learn the most advanced techniques or are just starting out and want to get down the basics, I'd be more than happy to help you achieve your goals.
About Jonah
Learning to play the guitar is one of the most rewarding experiences you'll ever have. Whether this is your first time picking up the guitar or you've been playing for years, I'll make sure your lessons are structured and paced in a way that's specifically catered to your goals. I've worked with
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Jason M.
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Teaches students 4 and up -
Awarded Voyage Air Guitar VAD-06 from ASCAP -
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Teaching Locations:

Online Bluegrass Guitar Teacher
Everything from a I IV V to Key Signatures, strum patterns and Bum-Ditty bluegrass basics. I'm familiar with the modern greats and would love to help any new student discover their undiscovered talent.
About Jason
-=FULL VACCINATED as of 5/19/21!!=-TakeLessons.com Instructor since it's inception, Jason M. is available for in person and online lessons worldwide leaving no stone un-turned! Jason has been playing guitar for over 20 years, ukulele, bass, banjo and keyboard for over 10 and teaching music in gen
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Christian L.
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Classical Guitar from Bower School of Music at Florida Gulf Coast University -
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced -
Teaches students 12 to 82
Teaching Locations:

Online Bluegrass Guitar Teacher
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Similar to learning acoustic guitar but with more emphasis on the common bluegrass picking techniques, chord progressions, and various scales.
Emphasis on improvisation when dealing with the lead aspect of bluegrass music.
About Christian
My name is Christian L. and I am a guitar/music instructor in the Orlando area. My interest in guitar began when I was 12 years old and blossomed into a full time obsession about 3 years later when I started playing small gigs as a solo guitarist playing simple jazz and classical pieces for small ar
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He is clear and thorough in his explanations, he checks in to ensure I'm understanding his instruction, and he is genuine in his efforts to help me reach my goals.
I'm looking forward to having my guitar technique and knowledge improve under his instruction.


Matthew H.
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Speaks French, English -
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced -
Awarded Awarded Student Favorite from Takelessons Community from TakeLessons
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Online Bluegrass Guitar Teacher
Award-Winning Teacher - Networked/played with various members of Heart & Bad Company & Former Queensryche. Learn Your Favorite Songs Quickly & Accurately.
2020 Update - I'm Pacific NW Guitarist for Rudy Parris from "NBC TV's The Voice!" Go Team Blake -
Teaching Bluegrass Guitar Is My Specialty.. Been Playing & Performing For 35 years now!
About Matthew
Master How To Play An Instrument or Sing with Celeb Online or In-Studio Music Lessons & Personal Coaching.. Learn How Associates Of Mine Made it On American Idol 2021 & “NBC TV’s The Voice!" Develop The Sound & Singing Voice You Want & Need For Success! Congrats Ava August 2021 - I'm So Prou
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Justin M.
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B.A. Music from California Polytechnic State University -
Teaching since 2005 -
Teaches students 7 and up
Teaching Locations:

Online Bluegrass Guitar Teacher
After 20 years of playing and a BA in Music, I know how to break down the guitar and teach it to anyone willing to learn. I take the 80/20 approach to learning guitar and will get you up and playing in no time. If you are tired of trying to figure out how to learn guitar online or you feel stuck at your current level, then I can show you the most effective and efficient way to get your playing to the next level. Lessons will teach you the following:
* songs you actually want to play
* how to read music and guitar tablature
* music theory tailored to suit your needs
* composition and improvisation
* performance practices and music history
* how to play solo pieces and jam with your friends
About Justin
Like most guitarists, I had always wanted to play the guitar as a little kid. Luckily, my parents finally caved to the request (ok ok, incessant begging) and I began my guitar journey at the age of 11. After now 20 years of playing and 12 years of teaching, I am excited to share my experience and th
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For many new lesson takers, not only do you have no clue about your instrument, you aren't even sure what makes a great teacher!
So here are some things to look out for in a first lesson:
Your teacher should be personable and interested in your musical experience and taste. Ask them what they like! You might hear something you want to learn.
If you mention some level of experience, they will ask you to play something you either know or have been working on. This is important!
Then, preferably, they will ask why you have chosen your instrument and what you want to be able to do with it (i.e. do you want to play in a band, or just play your favorite songs for your family gatherings).
All of this allows you to relax and not worry too much about performing too much during your first lesson.
More importantly, it gives the instructor a clear path on how to work with YOU. The more they know about your current level, the better your experience and learning progress will be.
For absolute beginners, I would hope that they have a simple melody for you to learn right then and there by watching and playing with them.
Well, Justin knocked it out of the park! And then some.
He showed that he is willing to customize teaching to your style, as well.
I learn by ear, so he knew how to use that as an advantage for learning the fretboard and notes. Instead of giving me a paper with chords on it, he challenged me to use my knowledge and play around more thoughtfully to figure out what the names are for notes and chords I'm already playing.
Please, don't hesitate to work with Justin. The price is beyond fair! Especially since other teachers in the same price ranges are between 2-4 stars.
Thanks, Justin!
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