Guitar Teacher (Jazz, Pop, Funk) Music Theory for all levels.

From 42.87 £ /h

This class will be about learning fundamentals of music and a guitar by learning songs!

The topics we can discuss in the lessons will be

- Learning tunes (Pop, Folk and Rock to Jazz Standards)
- Improvisation
- Composing
- Theory (harmony, meter, tempo, form, key, scales)
- Ear training (developing to recognise different intervals, scales, chord progression and being able to sight-sing)

If requested, we can talk about other musical topics, too! such as which pedals we should buy!! :-)

Location

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At student's location :

Around Diemen, Netherlands

At teacher's location :

Leo Hornstraat, Amsterdam, Netherlands

About Me

Atsushi (1996, Chiba,Japan) is an upcoming guitar player in today's jazz scene.

He started playing blues as a teenager, and soon his focus switched to Jazz.
At the age of 18, he started performing at jazz venues in and around Tokyo.
In 2018, Atsushi shared the stage with Benny Benack III and Ulysiss Owens Jr. at Tokyo Jazz.
In 2019 he moved to Amsterdam to study Jazz guitar at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, studying among others with Jesse van Ruller , Peter Bernstein, Martijn van Iterson and Reinier Baas.
He is currently working on a new release with original compositions.

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It was my official bio!! here is casual one!! haha

I just love music and guitars so much, as a teacher I would like to share the joy of playing!
My first song was Deep Purple! then I played lots of The Beatles, The Who, Oasis RHCP etc. Then fell in love B.B. King, Buddy Guy. Charlie Christian. Wes Montgomery.

I have my Jazz project, City Pop project, and J- Rock project here in Amsterdam.

Fun Facts about me
I build guitars!
I have 8 guitars here and 20 guitars in my place in Tokyo!
I am addicted to buying pedals!
I go to at least 1 music concert a week!(any genre!)

Education

- BA in English Literature at Sophia University
- Studied modern American literature

- 4th year at Conservatorium Van Amsterdam(2019 - 2023)
- Studying with some of the Jazz giants in the Netherlands such as Jesse Van Ruller Martijn Van Iterson, Reinier Baas and Maarten Van Der Grinten.

- Participating private lessons and masterclasses by some of the top musicians in the world like Peter Bernstein and Brad Mehldau

Experience / Qualifications

15 years of guitar playing
10 years as a professional
5 years of teaching

Playing at jazz venues like Cafe Alto in Amsterdam, De Twee Spieghels in Leiden.
Played in Tokyo Jazz (the biggest jazz festival in Japan)

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

90 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Japanese

Skills

Guitar

Jazz

Blues

Acoustic

Indie & alternative

Jazz music

Music theory lessons

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Oleg

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I am a professional musician who graduated from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (Master's degree, Jazz Department). I have a wide experience of teaching and performing which I would be glad to share with you.

I can teach various topics of Music Theory from the first level to advanced:
- Jazz and classical harmony
- Improvisation
- Arranging
- Composition
- Piano comping
- Ear training

I am flexible in the process of teaching. I can offer a systematic and personal approach. According to your level, needs, and interests, we can:
- Make a plan of lessons and learn topics step by step.
- Work with specific questions and material you choose.
- Prepare for exams. For example, the entrance exam in the Conservatorium.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to send them to me!

Alvaro

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Lessons of music in all different ways through the brass instruments, mainly trumpet, with a teacher who gained his master degree in "Real Conservatorio Superior de música de Madrid" on classical music, and currently studying Jazz and modern music at "Conservatorium van Amsterdam" . Had collaborated with Jazz Concertgebouw Orchestra, Metropole Orkest, Bob Sands Big Band, Tina Turner the musical, and New Cool Collective between many more, and had lessons with teachers and artists such as Erik Veldkamp, Bob Sands, Bob Mintzer, Paul Ferguson, Enrique Rioja , Manuel Blanco, Gavor Tarkovi, and Alex Sipiagin, among many others.

Technique, sound, play in a group, phrasing different styles from classical music to jazz passing through latin flamenco or pop; basic harmony and composition, how to record from a home studio set up, mixing basics, everything you need to know nowadays to be an all-arround versatile musician.

Alexander

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Hi, my name's Alex, and I'm a singer and a film composer. My interests lie in the area of contemporary jazz and electronic music. If you or your friends are interested in immersing themselves in the world of music, I'd be thrilled to have you as one of my students!

I offer the following services, which could be customized to your needs:
- jazz/pop vocals, formation of vocal skills;
- solfège and elementary music theory (theory, harmony);
- transcribing music by ear;
- assistance in preparing for admission to musical professional institutions;
- piano accompaniment;
- jazz vocal/piano improvisation;
- getting to know different musical digital programs, music production, modular synthesis (Logic Pro X, VCV RACK, MuseScore);
- arranging etc.

Education:
- Conservatorium van Amsterdam - 1st year Master - Composing for Film - 2024 - present
- Conservatorium van Amsterdam - Contract Studies - 2023-2024
- Conservatorium van Amsterdam - Bachelor Degree - Jazz Voice - 2019-2023
- Mussorgsky College of Music in Saint-Petersburg - Jazz/Pop voice - 2015-2019

Almantas

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Trumpet is one of the characteristic instrument which you can have great time in music world.
I believe if you work hard and you have a passion, dedication ,together we can start challenging journey towards your personal goals.

A. Karecka : )

Shizuka

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Are you looking for trombone tutor? I can be your tutor!

・Want to learn how to play trombone
・It's not enough only school club..
・Want to start any hobbies
If you have even one thing from out of above points, let me know.
Do you have any ideas? We can discuss about it together :)

I can listen your ideal what you want to do with trombone.

Javier

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I am studying Bachelor Pop Guitar at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. I can help you in different matters, such as performance, ear training or music theory. All the aspects will be link together in order to learn effectively!

In my guitar lessons, we will develop your skills in the instrument to get a better and more personal tone, and feel more confident when improvising or playing in different styles. We will get there by learning songs, scales, chords, different techniques and putting all of them together.

I can also help you in songwriting, which I personally think that is a beautiful way to learn and apply the things we learn.

I can teach online or in student's location in Amsterdam or in Almere.

Don't hesitate to get in touch if there is any questions :)

Leonardo

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Saxophone and music theory teacher available for lessons in Amsterdam.

Whether you are a beginner just starting out or an experienced player looking to improve your technique, we'll design a lesson plan that is right for you. The lessons are held in a comfortable and welcoming environment with a range of flexible scheduling options, you can find the perfect time for your saxophone lessons. So why wait? Sign up for saxophone lessons today!

Topics include: embrochure, sound, improvisation, technique, theory, playing by ear and rhythm.

Lessons in Spanish are also available.

Ernesto

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The lessons are designed by the teacher, Ernesto, a graduated trumpeter from Conservatorium Van Amsterdam, with experience being an international musician, to expose the student to the various aspects of trumpet performance and to develop a course of study to help him/her develop and maintain a good performance skills starting from any level.
In case the student is not a trumpet player, but wants to develop his/her musical skills by learning the theory, this course is also designed for that.
The course is designed to aid the student in achieving the following objectives:
-Learn the basics of musical performance with special attention to rhythm, tone quality, musical phrasing, range, intonation, improvisation, ear training and style.
-Develop the ability to perform music from different jazz periods.
-Develop the ability to play in a trumpet section (Big Band, Commercial sections, Latin sections, etc.)
-Demonstrate the ability to perform and understand music in varied key signatures, keys, and meter signatures.
-Develop the student ́s creative skills by working on the student ́s abilities to compose and arrange the student ́s own music.
-Prepare the students for the entrance examinations to Conservatories and other educational institutions.

Mirsini

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Teaching has been an extraordinary tool for my personal development as a vocalist. It’s fascinating to
observe how the posture and vocal challenges of my students can reveal certain aspects of their
personality. As a singer, your body is your instrument, and any physical or psychological issues can directly
affect your voice.
Through teaching, I have realized the profound impact that practicing singing has on my overall well being. It is not only helps me take care of my body but also enables me to feel confident and at ease when
standing in front of individuals or even a large audience without hiding behind an instrument. This sense
of comfort and confidence extends beyond the realm of singing and positively influences my personal
growth as a person.
My goal is to instill this mindset in my students. I believe it is more beneficial to approach singing not as a
tedious practice, but as a profound discipline that contributes to their overall well-being and adds value to
their everyday lives. When we view singing in this light, it becomes an uplifting factor that goes beyond
technical exercises and becomes a source of joy, personal growth, and empowerment.

EDUCATION:

Conservatory of Athens, Athens, GR // 2016 - 2018
Prince Claus Conservatory, Groningen, NL // 2019 - 2020
Conservatorium van Amsterdam, Amsterdam, NL // 2020 - Present

Pietro

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Hey there! Do you want to start a new hobby? Do you already play the piano and you want to improve your skills with a creative approach to the instrument? Then I think I can help you!
I can teach you basic and advanced concepts of any style on the piano (classical, jazz, pop-rock...), and if you like improvisation and jazz then we get along even better!
I offer very personalized classes based on your level and interests. My approach to teaching strongly takes the student's CREATIVITY into account, but without forgetting that a good knowledge of MUSIC THEORY and PIANO TECHNIQUE are essential.
Constant practice is recommended for better results, although it is not strictly required.

Tryfon

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Hi there!
I am Tryfon, a musician from Greece. I have been playing drums professionally for nine years performing with great musicians and friends mostly in Greece and the Netherlands. The last three years I have worked as a drum teacher in private lessons.
I have studied Classical Percussion in the Conservatorium of Thessaloniki for three years (2017-2019), and Jazz Drumming in the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (2020-2024).
The lessons are designed for all skill levels and cover any genre of music you want to learn.

Mikolaj

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In this class, we will be exploring music by learning your favorite songs from any genre you enjoy. I will personalize the lessons to your needs and make sure we cover all the fundamentals that will set you on the right track!

I will teach you how to:
- learn songs by ear, (pop, jazz r&b, funk, fusion, hip-hop, and whatever you like honestly)
- improvise,
- compose,
- understand music theory (harmony, rhythm, scales, progressions, sight-reading etc.)
- produce and sound design in any DAW

About me:

Education:
I started playing music at 7 years old, went through 12 years of music school, and then moved to Amsterdam and spent 4 years learning jazz guitar at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. I frequently play with various bands ranging from Pop and Funk to Jazz Fusion and even Techno.

Teaching style:
I’m open-minded and straightforward, and I focus on giving my students the tools and basics they need to learn and explore on their own.

Nicolás

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If you're someone looking for entertaining, dynamic and useful piano lessons, without them being too serious, this is the right place for you!

It doesn't matter if you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced pianist, these lessons will make you improve as a musician and enjoy making music.

See you in the lessons!

Aleksander

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Interested in learning playing vibraphone, piano or understanding music theory/composition?

My lessons offer deep dive into essential skills of being musician spanning from music theory/composition basics and concepts, mastery of the instrument to concepts in jazz music. Appropriate for a beginner as well as an experienced player. My teaching experience includes teaching side subject at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam as well as private lessons. As a working musician, I perform with diverse projects in jazz and improvised music and play on festivals and stages across the Europa.

We will cover:
- Instrument technique
- improvisation
- music theory
- music reading
- rhythm and timing
- ear training
- repertoire
- composition
- creative thinking, awareness and accountability

Lessons are approached in way to help both students who are aiming to play casually, or aspire to become a professional jazz musician.

Teaching in English, soon in Dutch!