Guitar!! Classical and Rebetiko (urban Greek folk)

From 41.09 £ /h

Guitar is a very versatile instrument, used in many different genres, including classical music. For me, my journey with it started somewhere in my early childhood, primarily with listening to my mum's playing of folk songs. What amazed me is the power that music has to make people come together and communicate. So at 10, I formally started my individual relationship with the instrument, studying classical guitar, which has given me some of the greatest pleasures in this life, and I hope it will be my source of joy until my dying day. Currently, I am studying Makam music at the Global Music Department of Codarts, Rotterdam. Be it classical, Rebetiko, or any other genre, it is this warmth that I would like to convey to my students, and introduce them to a lifelong friend and companion, who is going to take them to the most interesting places.

Extra information

You will need your own instrument

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Around The Hague, Netherlands

Around Rotterdam, Netherlands

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About Me

Hello
I am a graduate of the Athens School of Fine Arts (Integrated master in Fine Arts and art education). This means I am a qualified art teacher, elligible to work in primary and secondary esucational inatiturions in the E.U.
Moreover, I have experience as a volunteer in non-school teaching environments, such as the Greek Childrens' Art Museum.
On June 2024 I graduated from the master Artistic Research at the Royal Academy of Arts, the Hague.
I consider teaching as a core element in my artistic practice which makes me think proactively and challenges me in a very positive way. I am grateful for all the students, ķids and adults, I had the chance to teach and I am thankful for all the moments of sharing and expressing through art. Because expression is the most important thing we get out of art.
I hope to delve into more teaching adventures soon!

Education

BA Turkish Music, Codarts, Rotterdam (2023-present)
MA Artistic Research, Royal Academy of Art, the Hague (2022-2024)
BA Fine Arts, Athens School of Fine Arts (2015-2020)
2013-2015 2nd Athens experimental lyceum
2010-2021: classical guitar and music theory in Philippos Nakas conservatory, Athens

Experience / Qualifications

Photo editing seminar (photoshop and illustrator), National Kapodistrian University of Athens (2022)
Seminar in the art of animation and moving image, Athens school of fine arts (october 2018).

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Greek

Skills

Guitar

Folk

Classical

Rai & oriental music

Music theory

Sound (music)

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You just need a precious element!

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Ready to play? Learn Guitar the Easy Way!

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Why choose Stamatis for Exceptional Guitar Guidance?

- Professionally Calibrated Instructor:
Stamatis is dedicated to maintaining a fun and enriching learning environment. He embraces stress-free lessons as he guides you through mastering the fretboard with expertise, providing not just good vibes but a comprehensive understanding of music.

- Your Style, Your Music:
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- All Levels:
Whether you're a beginner seeking to grasp the fundamentals or an advanced player aiming to refine your skills, our lessons cover it all.

- Schedule on Your Terms:
Life's busy, right? No worries! His lessons fit into YOUR schedule. Learn when you want, where you want.

- Your Groove, Your Pace:
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