PVD Guitar

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

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• learn・17

• play・10

• music・9

• patient・7

• practice・5

• student・5

• teaching・4

• musician・3

• beginner・3

• theory・2

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Johnathan M.

May 12, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

Nick is an amazing instructor. He is the most patient human being on the planet. Just an all around great person, not to mention amazing guitar player. I highly recommend learning from him.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Rock • Country • Blues • Jazz • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • I travel to the guitar teacher

PVD Guitar's reply

Thanks so much, Johnathan! It's great to hear that from a long term student.

Guitar Lessons

Brannon W.

Nov 3, 2021

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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

Great teacher - tailored instruction for exactly the skills I’m came in looking to build, very structured lessons/HW, and very personable. Overall, excellent experience with Nick and would absolutely recommend!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Country • Folk • Jazz • Blues • Rock • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

PVD Guitar's reply

I appreciate it, Brannon! It's been great getting to work with you, and helping you build towards your goals!

Guitar Lessons

Julie W.

Sep 12, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

Learning from Nick has been great! His lessons/plans/notes are concise and not overwhelming for a beginner. I saw progress after the first few lessons which was awesome and something I had not really experienced messing around with the guitar/ taking some lessons over the years. I would highly recommend Nick to anyone wanting to play guitar!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Rock • Blues • Country • Folk • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

PVD Guitar's reply

Thanks, Julie! It's been great working together so far, and I've seen a lot of progress in just a few sessions! I'm excited to see you keep going!

Guitar Lessons

Mary A.

Sep 10, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

My daughter has been making great strides in guitar and happily looks forward to her weekly lessons with Nick. Calm, positive, and encouraging, Nick is an excellent guitar teacher.

Details: 14 - 17 years old • 2 - 4 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read music staff • Acoustic • Rock • Blues • Jazz • Folk • Classical • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

PVD Guitar's reply

Thank you so much! I've really been enjoying the lessons, too!

Guitar Lessons

Mandy K.

Mar 28, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

Nicholas has worked great with my 8 year old daughter. She’s excited to practice guitar and looks forward to lessons. Highly recommend!

Details: 6 - 9 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Blues • Folk • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

PVD Guitar's reply

Thank you, Mandy! I've enjoyed our lessons so far, and look forward to more!

Guitar Lessons

FAQs

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

  My private lesson rates are: $35 - 30 min. $50 - 45 min. $60 - 60 min. Add $10/lesson for local travel to your home. (My travel availability varies. Just ask!)

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

  I always start by evaluating a new student's previous playing experience, ability level, and personal goals. From there, I tailor the lessons to help them move steadily towards their goals and address any bigger issues that may be holding them back.

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

  I have over 10 years of experience as a full-time guitar instructor working with students of all ages, ability levels, interests, and goals. I graduated from the University of Rhode Island in 2008 with a B.A. in Jazz Studies for guitar and the URI Award for Musical Excellence.