Shaun's Guitar Studio
Shaun's Guitar Studio

Shaun's Guitar Studio

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Introduction: A little about myself, I am a graduate from VanderCook College of Music where I received my Bachelors of Music Education degree and Illinois Teaching License. I focused primarily on classical guitar as my major instrument. I have a strong passion for playing guitar and teaching it. I have been teaching lessons for 15 years, and have had a wide array of students. I teach all ages and all skill levels. Here's a quick list of the type of things you can expect to learn through my lessons; Proper holding position, posture, and playing technique. Finger picking playing style Ability to read written sheet music Ability to read and count rhythm Play a wide variety of repertoire ranging from rock to classical Improvisation of grooves, melodies, and harmonies. And most importantly, musicianship. I prefer to have one, one hour lesson per week either online or in person. Intermediate/advanced students may benefit from biweekly lessons.
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Hired 66 times

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16 years in business

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2023

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2021

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

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Alex v.
Jan 9, 2021
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Shaun customized a lesson plan just for me to play beyond my potential. I have been playing guitar for 20 years, but really wanted to dig into theory and techniques to make me better excel at it. After the first lesson I already found myself playing in tempo, increasing dexterity, and breaking bad habits. I would highly recommend shaun if you would like to learn or up your game in playing guitar.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • No, cannot read music • What the teacher recommends • Rock • Blues • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Miriam A.
Oct 8, 2020
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Shaun is great if you want to start learning guitar I’m only a few lessons in and I can already see myself improving a lot!!

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • What the teacher recommends • Rock • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

Guitar Lessons
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Skye B.
Jan 27, 2015
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Shaun was a fantastic beginner guitar instructor. I had never even picked up a guitar until our first lesson and I was reading music and playing songs by my second lesson. He was extremely patient, articulate and talented. He also came to my apartment which was very convenient. I would highly recommend him for anyone interested in learning how to play the guitar.
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Arielle M.
Dec 8, 2015
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I am a month's worth of lessons in (four in total) and I absolutely enjoy it. I have had my guitar screaming at me for years to give it attention and it wasn't until now that I could completely devote time to it. Shaun is great. He's smart, funny, a total people-person, and kind. It's mesmerizing to watch him play. If that could be my class I would be happy with that. Slow and steady wins the race, but I know I'll get better with his lessons.
Guitar Lessons (for adults)
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Niket G.
Nov 17, 2015
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Started taking lessons from Shaun about 6 weeks ago. So far i've learned a lot about the basics and going at the right speed. He gives assignments to do every week to help improve skills which is awesome. So far my experience has been awesome for someone that is completely new to a classical guitar. His style of teaching is easy to understand. In the end its up to the student to put in the practice to really get better at it.
Guitar Lessons (for adults)
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