Guitar and Song Writing For Beginners (In English Or German)

From 25.9 £ /h

Learn the guitar in a relaxed and fun environment! I aim to make every lesson an adventure, with the focus being on enjoyment and exploration, rather than urgency. Music is about personal expression and connection, and that is exactly what these lessons will be about.

If you want to practice English, I am happy to run classes in my native language, but can also teach in German if preferred.

One of the best parts of music is learning to write your own! I can work with you to write and compose a song of your own. There's nothing quite like creating your own songs, and I can guide you along this journey, give you the tools to get started, or help you fine-tune one already in the works.

Extra information

Please bring your own guitar, and a file to keep music in!

Location

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Around Vienna, Austria

About Me

Please note: I am not currently taking new students. But will update here when I'm ready to take more :)

Hello!

My name is Caitlyn, and in my life, there are three things I can always count on to make my life wonderful:
1. My guitar
2. A good book
3. Making music with others

I'd love to share this with you!

Education

University of Western Australia - Bachelor or Arts (English Literary Studies and German Studies)
UWA - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) English Creative Writing

In progress - Master of Applied Human Rights / Die Angewandte

Experience / Qualifications

I have been playing guitar (and piano) since I was 10, and writing songs since then too.
I have published a number of lyrics/ song collaborations in Australia, and have played original music and covers at a number of live events, big and small.

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

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

German

Skills

Guitar

Acoustic

Folk

Indie & alternative

Song & varieties

Song writing

Music composition

Reviews

Availability of a typical week

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New York

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Carl

5.0

(4)

Hello there!

Do you wish to learn to play the piano but do not have several hours every day to dedicate to practicing? I can help! With 15 years of teaching experience, I’ve honed my methods to facilitate rapid progress and maximize efficiency. My students achieve in months, what usually takes years when following a conventional music school program. Nonetheless, I am not taking any shortcuts. On the contrary, one of the reasons why my students progress so fast is my insistence on building solid fundamentals. I strive for my students to master the necessary tools for them to then achieve their own personal ambitions.

Having observed the practice routines of professionals and university students worldwide, I've realized that there's often much time to be gained during practice. Realizing everyone's personnality, approach, affinities and tastes are different, I prioritize a personalized approach tailored to your individual learning style. Together, we'll make the most of our sessions, whether you're a beginner diving into music or an intermediate player seeking to enhance your skills. And guess what? You won't need to practice for hours on end to see significant improvement. With regular lessons, even just 15 minutes of practice three times a week can lead to enormous progress. As I often say, the learning process is more akin to a marathon than a sprint.

While efficiency is important, I believe that learning should be fun and inspiring. In my lessons, you can expect a supportive and encouraging environment. I'll be there with you every step of the way, celebrating your achievements and helping you overcome any challenges that arise. Together, we'll create a positive and empowering learning experience.

Ready to embark on your fast and efficient piano learning journey? Contact me to schedule lessons and get ready for a rewarding musical adventure! Looking forward to hearing from you!

Carl

André

5.0

(4)

Guitar (Acoustic/Electric) lessons for beginner or advanced players focusing on finger placement, strumming, understanding groove and chord placement. Students will learn to care for their instrument as well as tuning the guitar.

A guitar player since early age I have an immense passion for this beautiful instrument and the will to share my knowledge with who ever shares this passion.

I am also a Music Producer and a session player for various projects ranging from blues/country/folk/rock/pop/R&B/soul/jazz.

Elisa

5.0

(4)

I offer private music theory tutoring lessons to students of beginner level of different ages Depending on the student's final goal we adjust the knowledge and skills that we focus on with the student. I mostly focus on classical music theory, but can also provide an introduction to jazz and pop music theory.

My goal as a teacher is to keep and increase the students' love for music as well as to offer necessary and appropriate knowledge/skills to keep the student challenged and of course enjoy the fun of music!

Lapidar

5.0

(4)

SINGING LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS & INTERMEDIATE 🎤🎵🎶
You always wanted to sing but you couldn't because you think you have a bad voice? Never had the opportunity or talents for the singing or motivation for the lessons?
I am here to change it all. I am here to destroy your fears, show you the undiscovered talent (sound) that you have, make your vocal range bigger than ever and all of
that I am going to do it faster than every vocal coach in the whole Vienna. 😏👌
If you are interested better decide fast and write me a private message about yourself and your singing goals before all slots are taken!
Cheers Taha :)

Dejan

5.0

(4)

If you are a beginner or more advanced player, if you want to go deeper into the concept of improvisation and solo writing or just to have fun with playing your favorite songs on acoustic or electric guitar - Then feel free to contact me and I will do my best to help you out :)
Depending on your level of playing, I can fully adjust to you and focus on improving your skills. I can work with you on every music style you prefer, but mainly I teach Blues, Pop, Rock/Metal and Jazz-Fusion guitar :)
I am 27 years old and i play guitar for more than 15 years. I have graduated a Jazz Guitar at Freidrich Gulda School of Music in Vienna and I am teaching guitar in music schools

I am also involved in several musical projects from ProgMetal to Gothic Rock, Fusion and Blues

Besides Guitar, I am here also for Music Theory Lessons!

Felix

5.0

(4)

My name is Felix, I am a student at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, and I come from a family of music teachers. I am a creative musician and composer and would like to bring you closer to the joy of making music. Lessons are adapted to the student's wishes and abilities, with creativity and fun always being the focus.

-Cello lessons: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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Tom

5.0

(4)

Composition is hard to define and is by no means limited to one particular style or genre. Our meetings would provide a framework and the context for you to delve deeper into your chosen ideas and creations.

As well as composition, I am able to assist you with music theory, ear training, piano and general musicianship. I plan my lessons individually and orientate myself towards your goals. Whether you want to create a Bach fugue or a new single for your EDM album, I would be there to support your stylistic decisions.

David

5.0

(4)

Whether you want to become a pro, take your first steps in guitar playing or are looking for an excellent teacher for your child, the difference is only in the pedagogical approach, because the most important thing is a solid foundation.

And that's exactly why you should consider me as your guitar teacher.
I have been playing guitar for 15 years and due to my rich education I have reached international concert stages.
I've been passing on the know-how I've learned from some of the world's leading guitarists to my own students for years, regardless of age, ambition and musical style.

And that's how it works:
- we ensure that basic technical skills and basic musical knowledge are strengthened to avoid unnecessary frustration in the future
- we create a consistent exercise plan, compatible with the student's daily activities, always with the idea of achieving the student's goal in the shortest possible time

My own goal is to reach a level where a student is able to become his own teacher. They set their own goals, organize their development and learn how to achieve them.

Bruno

5.0

(4)

Hi!
My name is Bruno, I'm a Guitar player based in Vienna and I've been teaching for over 2 years now.
I believe that music can be very easy and fun to learn if you keep things fresh and interesting for your students.
That's why the lessons are individually tailored to you!! We will work a lot on the things you're actually interested in learning, the type of music you want to learn and some essentials so that you can get most out of your playing.

Matei

5.0

(4)

Hello! My name is Matei, I am 21 years old, I have been studying guitar for over a decade and I have 5 years of experience in the teaching domain. I am currently studying jazz at the Jam Music Lab conservatory in Vienna. I have studied classical guitar for 5 years, electric guitar for another 5 years, and jazz guitar for 3 years.

I can teach you music theory concepts ranging from fundamentals like chords, intervals, scales, and arpeggios to the more advanced: circle of fifths, modes, tensions, and triads. Regarding the technical aspect of guitar playing, I can create a good practice routine for the improvement of different styles of playing such as alternate picking, fingerpicking, legato, taping, hybrid picking, economy picking, etc.
Although these concepts may sound frightening at first, I can help you understand them more easily.

The lessons are thought to be suitable for beginners who never picked up a guitar before, intermediate players who know some songs and fundamentals but don't know what to do next, and advanced players who want to deepen their skills.

I can also help you build a good foundation for improvising over any tune you like, help you master composition, and teach you music-making and recording programs such as Reaper, to be able to start your solo projects.

I will provide my personal insights regarding what I think you should improve, but I can also just help you learn something specific like a song you want to play.

Pablo

5.0

(4)

Do you want to learn how to play various styles while having fun? Or you just feel stagnated and you dont progress anymore?
Then you should try out my classes: I dont specialize in any specific style, but I grew to learn at least the basic tricks of the main styles (flamenco, blues, acoustic folk, electric pop, a bit of jazz)
It would truly be a pleasure to me to show you the keys about becoming a better guitar player, the details that make the difference. I can of course also show you how to play specific songs that you like, and how to slowly figure songs and melodies out by ear. If necessary I will correct your technique and show you how to maintain your guitar.

Ill be looking forward to you!
Pablo

Lovro

5.0

(4)

As a self-taught guitar player, I know how confusing and overwhelming it can be; but doesn't have to be!!

Over the past 8 years, my journey has led me through pop, rock and jazz and I would love to help and guide you on your journey of learning to play and understand the music YOU love and enjoy - I will tailor my teaching to your tastes and skill level. I can teach in English and Croatian.

Join me for a no-strings-attached first session to see what I can offer you. Feel free to get in touch if you are interested in any of the following:

- learning and mastering chord voicings and quicker chord changes
- strumming and picking patterns, and how to mix them and improvise your own variations
- fingerpicking basic and intermediate techniques
- scales and basics of improvisation over chord changes
- basic and advanced concepts of music theory and how to apply them on the guitar (e.g. transposing on the fly, understanding keys and common patterns in music)
- ear training for quickly learning songs and melodies without tabs or chord sheets

I have a very flexible schedule and can come to your home for lessons, and also provide pdfs/printouts of important concepts and practice materials.

Peter

5.0

(4)

I offer both practical and theoretical lessons on the subject of composing electronic music, tailored to the individual needs and interests of the student.

Areas of instruction include:
1) Introduction to working with sound (Ableton Live)
2) Discuss / further develop compositional approaches
3) Finding your own artistic language
4) Sound engineering basics
5) Analysis of musical references, inspirations that the student brings with him/her
6) Integration of your own instrument into electronic music (e.g. piano, guitar, etc.)
7) Sound recording (miking the environment)
8) Modular synthesizer (The synthesizer can be used in lessons in my studio, for advanced students)

To me:
Peter (1994, Upper Austria); composer of electronic and contemporary music, sound artist and sound engineer, guitarist.
Completed training at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna and the Anton Bruckner Private University Linz (Master of Arts).

Park

5.0

(4)

Unlock your potential with personalized Piano, Composition, Flute, and Korean lessons tailored to your goals and learning style.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to advance your skills, I provide patient, structured, and motivating lessons designed to help you grow with confidence.

What I offer:

🎹 Piano: technique, repertoire, sight-reading, musical expression

🎼 Composition: harmony, music theory, songwriting, portfolio support

🎵 Flute: tone, articulation, breath control, performance skills

🇰🇷 Korean Language: speaking, reading, writing, everyday communication

Why learn with me?

Fully customized lesson plans

Supportive and encouraging teaching style

Clear progress tracking

Lessons available in English and Korean

Join me and enjoy a fun, inspiring, and productive learning experience!

Finlay

5.0

(4)

Hi! My name is Finlay.
I'm a 26 year old musician from Ireland.
I have been playing guitar for 12 years.
I offer classes for beginner and intermediate guitar players personalized to your tastes. I want to get people who are new or improving excited to play music and give them the skills to play the way they wish they could. The way I teach my class is by breaking down your favourite songs and helping you master the techniques used so you can use them yourself. The key to learning guitar is learning to play what you love.
I love playing music and helping others to enjoy it as well. I will design my classes to suit your tastes and goals.
I offer classes in English. I speak German but not enough to provide the best lessons I can.
So if you would also like to practice your English, then we could be a perfect fit!
Get in touch!