Guitar Lessons with Denis

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Hello my name is Denis and I am an experienced instructor willing to work with all ages and abilities. I own a BM degree in guitar performance at San Jose State University and I am able to travel or teach out of my private studio. I've had master classes with luminaries such as Carlos Barbosa-Lima and Scott Tennant (Member of the L.A. Guitar Quartet) I focus on the classical technique but versatile and open to other styles as well. Lessons will include a thorough introduction to reading standard notation and tablature, basic technical form for both hands, and learning correct posture for beginning students. Intermediate and advanced students will have an opportunity to build on their skills and expand what you've already learned. Let's start a fun and exciting musical journey today! P.S. - During these trying times I am offering internet services as well. Be safe out there and use this time to learn the wonderful sounds of the guitar.

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Hired 33 times

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1 employee

25 years in business

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SunClosedMon12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Interested musical styles

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Acoustic

Electric

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My customers travel to me

I travel to my customers

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Allie L.

Mar 21, 2019

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Details: 10 - 13 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • What the teacher recommends • Rock • Country • Classical • What the teacher recommends • No, but the student is planning to purchase an instrument • 60 minutes • The guitar teacher travels to me

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Nur Z.

Apr 9, 2016

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Denis is a great guitar teacher. We started our 16-year old with him, and he has been a patient and thorough teacher thus far. We have done only 3 lessons so far, but am happy with his style of teaching.

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Jordan S.

Sep 10, 2019

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Gave good pointers and went through basic stum patterns and chords. Easy to talk with and doesn't just answer your question, he shows the example on the guitar as well. Very good first lesson.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Classical • Jazz • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Hannah W.

Jul 8, 2018

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Great teacher with patience and support with student’s learning speed. He’s very knowledgeable in various classical pieces that I inquire about. I’ve recommended him to many of my friends for lessons and parties. :-))

Details: 10 - 13 years old • Yes, can read guitar tabs • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Acoustic • Folk • Classical • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • As soon as possible • Need some more information before hiring • I travel to the guitar teacher • The guitar teacher travels to me

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Subu S.

Jan 13, 2016

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Denis is great! He is very professional with the way he approaches his engagement. Very patient and has a structured approach to teach guitar. He also facilitates the class based on student's interests which makes learning even more fun.

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Denis Ryman

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How did you get started doing this type of work?
Guitar is something I've always loved to do and teaching one of the best ways to interact with it. My university professor from San Jose State landed me a job teaching at some local schools after graduation and I haven't stopped since. I teach mostly private now and really enjoy it.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Be patient in finding the right instructor. Chemistry is just as important as ability in most cases. Always find the best fit according to your personality and skill levels.
What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?
Teaching guitar takes patience and a touch of lighthearted goofiness as well. Balancing a serious approach with a sense of humor is important in any form of teaching.

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