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About
As a G4 Guitar Student You Will:
- Have a structured lesson each week, using a proven method that guarantees results.
- Practice WITH your instructor the other 6 days of the week through the practice app!
- Have more fun than you thought possible as you use what you're learning in jam sessions, rehearsals and performances, all with a FULL BAND and some new friends and fellow students of similar skill level!
****Our students are absolutely loving the program and won't stop inviting their friends! This is a fantastic problem to have, but it means that we only have a small number of openings left. Reach out today before the openings are all gone!
Overview
Hired 11 times
Background checked
4 employees
13 years in business
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2021
Services offered
Interested musical styles
Rock
Blues
Country
Folk
Guitar type
Acoustic
Electric
Work location
My customers travel to me
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Carly J.
Feb 26, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
I was unsure about signing up for guitarlessons because I wasn't sure if I have what it takes, but I am pleasantly surprised at the G4 Guitar Method that is making it very simple and easy to learn. I especially love the practice app! I never feel lost in my practice at home because Dereck sends me videos each week to guide my practice! Loving it!
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 • At the pro’s location
Guitar Lessons
Art F.
Mar 3, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
I've been to three lessons so far and the instructor is very knowledgeable in his music and in the way he teaches. The practice lessons for home are on his website and are just like being in a live session. He is professional and always available to answer questions between my weekly lessons. I always feel a little better about playing when I finish a class , he gives me confidence!
Details: 45 - 64 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Rock • Country • Blues • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • I travel to the guitar teacher • The guitar teacher travels to me
Guitar Lessons
Denise H.
Jun 4, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Excellent experience. Already referred a friend. Had several other free lessons set up Cancelled them all. Love Derrick
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 • My home, venue, etc.
Guitar Lessons
Jen G.
Aug 6, 2018
My young son has been wanting to take guitarlessons for a while, but I was having trouble finding someone who gives lessons to younger children. Dereck and G4 have been amazing for my son. He has learned so much under Dereck's guidance. I really appreciate the way Dereck communicates with my son. He has high expectations while making learning to play guitar fun.
Hannah L.
Oct 14, 2019
G4 school is awesome! He makes guitarlessons fun and creates a life long love of music! Dereck really cares about the students and is always looking to make his school even better!
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Dereck Johnson
FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
After receiving your message on Thumbtack, we'll setup a quick phone call, schedule a free lesson so you can come meet us and if you feel like it's a good fit, we'll get you signed up! **No contract required.**
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
My journey has been an interesting one. I went to college for 3 semesters majoring in both Physics and Music and then I was an assistant teacher in early childhood education for 3 years, where I was able to receive college credits in child psychology and a lot of training as a teacher. This helped me to expand my thinking on how to clearly communicate with people and meet them where they are at, which is one of the most important elements as a teacher.
Today, I am part of the G4 Guitar School Network along with 60 other schools and we are constantly undergoing training as teachers and in business so that you have the utmost professional and quality experience with us!
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I became a guitar teacher in a very natural way. I have been playing for 16 years and ever since I started playing, there was always a friend wanting me to show them. Little by little I gained students, word spread and I developed my method and teaching strategies and then adopted the best curriculum that I could find, The G4 Guitar Method!
