Pro Guitar Lessons for all levels
Pro Guitar Lessons for all levels

Pro Guitar Lessons for all levels

$80/hour
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Interested musical styles

It’s free, with no obligation to book

Introduction: As the Author of "An Essential Foundation for Guitar" and a working session guitarist, I offer an accelerated learning path for guitarists in all styles and levels (Beginner to Advanced). My lessons include a ton of shortcuts and secret that will help your playing improve consistently, steadily and quickly! My method will give you a clear picture of the entire fretboard including chords / scales / music theory / ear training / songwriting while having fun playing the songs you Love! For Beginners: I can get you up to speed and playing a variety of songs in a short amount of time. For Intermediate to Advanced students: I can help you with learning any song or guitar solo by ear. I am happy to share all my tips and tricks for sounding like a pro lead guitarist as well as material for improvising over any set of chord changes. I enjoy seeing my students’ progress whether it’s playing blues, rock, heavy metal or improvising over Jazz changes. The sky is the limit for your playing and I am happy to share what I have learned in the 38 years I have been playing and teaching. Education: Bachelors Degree from Berklee College of Music ('94). Performance experience : Pageant of the Masters Orchestra, Laguna Beach Jersey Boys on Broadway and 1st National Tour (Franki Valli music) Movin Out on Broadway (Music of Billy Joel on Broadway w/ members of Billy Joel, Alice Cooper, Rainbow, Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Tower of Power) Hairspray on Broadway ( w/ John Harrington (Steely Dan) Recording and Performance projects with members of The Lumineers, Guided by Voices, Jack Johnson TV: Jay Leno, The Today Show
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Hired 58 times

Serves Los Angeles, CA

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37 years in business

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Brad W.
Jul 7, 2020
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Brian is great. I've only had 2 lessons but it feels like Brian really cares about his students. I haven't felt rushed and he addresses all my questions directly and succinctly.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • 4+ yrs of formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Rock • Country • Jazz • Classical • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Patrick B.
Dec 2, 2019
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Brian is an amazing teacher with a very calm demeanor. I am in my 50's and brand new to guitar and he was able to get me to play and understand music and build my confidence. After 2 lessons I'm already playing a Bob Dylan song that I love.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Country • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Taylor E.
Dec 18, 2018
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I've been taking Jazz quitar lessons with Brian for the past couple months now and he is solid! Definitely gives you enough material to spend hours working on. Plus he rips, so thats always a bonus.

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read music staff • Electric • Classical • Jazz • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • I travel to the guitar teacher

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Taylor J.
Apr 9, 2018
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Brian is a great guitar instructor. He has a wide knowledge of different styles and a lot of instructive tips for beginner guitars. His setup is professional, he's able to evaluate and teach what you want to learn, and is very patient. I recommend him!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Yes, can read music staff • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Electric • Classical • Blues • Jazz • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • Within the next 1 - 2 weeks • Conducting initial research • I travel to the guitar teacher

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Edward K.
Aug 7, 2014
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Brian is a very knowledgable musician and guitar player. He has studied at top schools and clearly shows a thorough understanding of the technique and theory behind guitar. He will help you turn technical passages into simple exercises and you will progress quickly with his teaching.
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