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Ben Misterka Collectivity Music

$85/hour
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Responds in about 4 hours


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SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY PLEASE. :) Recently featured in Guitar Player Magazine, San Francisco based recording artist Ben Misterka has been teaching, recording, touring, performing for 20+ years. Having toured the US, Asia, and Europe, Ben brings a real world approach to learning music. You will be studying with me directly😊 Performed/worked with: Goapele, Lyrics Born, Mindi Abair(Aerosmith), Alex Han(Marcus Miller), Nikki Glaspie(Beyonce), The Voice, Blackalicious, Tan Wei Wei, Erica Falls, among others Performed at Shanghai Stadium, High Sierra Music Festival, Bottle Rock, UC Theater, Beijing Arena, Toured Asia, Europe, USA Developed music curriculum at Shanghai Highschool International Division, as well as started and developed their Guitar Ensemble and Rock Band Club. Lived in Shanghai for 6 years. **FYI- Ben is based in San Francisco** Bachelors in Jazz Performance. Fluent in Piano, Guitar, Banjo, Bass Guitar, Mandarin, Ableton Live, Logic Pro.
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Hired 28 times

Serves San Francisco, CA

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24 years in business

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Albert P.

Feb 17, 2025

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Ben’s ability to cater the lessons to your personal goals, is unmatched. I went to my first lesson never having picked up a bass guitar, and not having touched an instrument since 2005 (the trombone). I am interested in learning bass to play funk, Bachata (genre of music from the Dominican Republic), and simple worship music. In the first day alone I learned the bassline to Flashlight by Parliament and the fundamentals of a Bachata bass rhythm. The progression from Zero to Playing is very short, but of course is based on the student’s musical background. I highly encourage anyone seeking lessons to take a first lesson with Ben, to see how he can help you reach your goals. This review has been written after my 5th, one hour lesson.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training • No, the student cannot read music • Rock • Jazz • No, but the student is planning to purchase an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

Bass Guitar Lessons
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Ryan A.

Jun 6, 2025

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When I was looking for a Jazz Piano instructor, I had the choice between a larger agency and Ben, and I couldn't be happier with my choice. Ben is not only a fantastic instructor who catered the lessons to my needs, but he also is an incredible guitarist (and pianist) who actively performs live. Though I had to stop my lessons for personal reasons, I will definitely be coming back to Ben in the future to learn more licks and techniques.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Yes, the student can read music • 2 - 4 yrs of formal training • Jazz • Yes, the student has a piano • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location

Piano Lessons
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Vasya T.

Jun 4, 2025

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Advanced teacher with lots of connections in the local music scene and clearly extensive guitar experience both as a teacher and performer. Really helped me with rhythm practice and rhythmic consistency when singing and playing guitar at the same time. Would recommend to anyone looking for a teacher for guitar in the Bay Area!

Details: 18 - 25 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read music staff • Acoustic • Blues • Jazz • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Guitar Lessons
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Kathy C.

Jun 1, 2025

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His knowledge of music theory, teaching various instruments, and breaking lessons into parts for better understanding is helpful. Being a practicing musician is helpful as a teacher.

Details: Guitar • No experience • 10 - 13 years old • I'm flexible • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location

Music Theory Lessons
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Thierry c.

Feb 27, 2025

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I’m a 52 years old man and made the jump into learning guitar… Ben has been the teacher I didn’t know I needed!!! Knowledgeable, patient and very helpful, I was so overwhelmed by the idea of taking lessons and playing guitar, Ben introduced me to the music world and after a few lessons I’m able to play some tunes, Ben has been available for me and his technique is very easy and professional!!! His knowledge and understanding of music is very inspiring, Ben has always some great tips on improving my music, very helpful advice and approach!!! Highly recommend him if like me you want to make the jump!!!

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No formal training • No, the student cannot read music • What my teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

Banjo Lessons
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