Evan Murphy Music

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

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• music・10

• play・7

• teaching・6

• theory・5

• patient・4

• learn・3

• practice・3

• student・2

• musician・1

• beginner・1

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Carol M.

Jan 28, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

I have never played guitar before and had my first ever lesson with Evan. Evan is able to meet at the learner's level. The true sign of an expert is the ability to explain concepts and idea a number of different ways. Evan is able to do that. I recommend Evan to anyone who is considering starting or getting back into music.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • No formal training • Yes, can read music staff • Acoustic • Rock • No, but the student is planning to purchase an instrument • 60 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet) • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

Guitar Lessons

Paul M.

Jan 14, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

Hello, I am a guitar newbie and had my first lesson with Evan this week and I was very impressed. First, I find Evan to be courteous, friendly and professional. Throughout my lesson, Evan offered (most importantly) structure and positive reinforcement: I felt very comfortable and encouraged. Evan answered all of my questions in simple, understandable terms and offered practical teachings for my level. I definitely left my lesson more excited about playing guitar than when I had arrived. If you’re new, and looking for help, I recommend you give Evan a chance!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Acoustic • Rock • Blues • Country • Folk • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location

Guitar Lessons

Timothy C.

Mar 4, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

I have had a great experience with Evan. He breaks everything down very well, so your not left feeling overwhelmed. I am excited to continue my lessons every week!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Rock • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

Guitar Lessons

Rebecca M.

Mar 1, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

Evan is doing a great job with my daughter whose a newbie with the guitar but loves music. Evan has been extremely responsive and overall good teacher so far!

Details: 6 - 9 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read music staff • Acoustic • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet) • At the pro’s location

Guitar Lessons

Brandon m.

Jan 17, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

I’m a complete novice just looking to explore and have some fun playing guitar. So far Evan has been patient and easy going.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

Guitar Lessons

FAQs

• What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

  My lessons are priced very reasonably. If I have to travel to a student I will count the time and expense of that towards the lesson fee. I am willing to work with students to find the best length, price and location for their lessons.

• What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

  It starts with getting to know each other. I want to know what your goals are, what your experience so far has been, what you consider to be your strengths and weaknesses. From there we will start to enhance what you're already skilled at, and improve your problem areas. It is a holistic approach to music taking theory, technique and expression into account.

• What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

  I received my degree in music from Boston College. I am a certified Music Together instructor, which means I have a lot of experience with small kids. I also taught for two years in a program called Merry Melody, which gave me serious training in working with young students.