G4 Guitar School Pittsburgh

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Introduction: Learning a musical instrument takes a commitment of daily practice that cannot be done in one lesson. I want you to succeed so that is why I start new students with a 5 week intro course. That way we both can see all the progress made and I can help you keep up your momentum. Most music teachers don't have the experience to see what students need and get them playing efficiently. It doesn't feel like a job. It's more like jamming with friends.

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Hired 154 times

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25 years in business

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

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Verlyn r.

Jan 24, 2024

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Learning and instructor has patience for having no music experiencd

Details: 65 years or older • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Country • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)

Guitar Lessons

Rachelle P.

Apr 28, 2023

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Monte is an excellent instructor. Due to other financial obligations we had to suspend our lessons but my daughter and I are excited to continue when we are able. I highly recommend taking lessons and the virtual option is a definite plus.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Country • Folk • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

Guitar Lessons

Marta M.

Sep 3, 2023

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Monty was great! Easy lesson scheduling, very patient teacher, very comfortable to be around.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • No formal training • No, the student cannot read music • Classical violin • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a violin • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Violin Lessons

Mike L.

Oct 20, 2020

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Monte is an amazing music teacher. In a short amount of time he he was able to guide me from novice musician to fulfilling my life long dream of playing in a band. I would recommend him to anyone looking to learn an instrument!

Details: 25 - 44 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Rock • Folk • Blues • Once a week • 30 minutes • Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday • Morning (9am - noon) • Early morning (before 9am) • On an ongoing basis • As soon as possible • Need some more information before hiring • I travel to the bass guitar teacher • The bass guitar teacher travels to me

Bass Guitar Lessons (for adults)

Jim K.

Oct 21, 2020

I decided to start learning guitar at the age of 53 and have been working with Monte Erwin for over a year. In this time I have had a blast and have learned enough to enjoy many of the classic rock songs I loved as a kid. Today I’m working on Plush by STP!! The G4 Method is clearly geared to music I like, unlike some of the other instructional books on the market, and includes theory that helps to understand everything. All that is required is time to practice! Monte is super knowledgeable, flexible, accessible and friendly....a real pro at this. I strongly recommend Monte Erwin and the G4 Method.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Lessons are $149 for a 5-week intro course including 5 half-hour lessons once a week for 5 weeks and the complete G4 Guitar Method, downloads, access to the G4 international online network and more.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I meet with new students one on one and determine what musical experience they have. Most have no experience so I start with the most basic G4 Guitar Method. The skills necessary to play guitar are thoroughly covered like picking, chords, arpegios, scales, rhythm, reading and theory. G4 is great for advanced students too. I use benchmarks to progress through the G4 Guitar Method and have experienced students join a small group of other students around the same age, level and musical interests. My most advanced students play real concerts with me in a band.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Certified G4 guitar teacher and franchisee.

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