...of Excellence. Dr. Reid is an encyclopedic historian, musician, writer, editor, and spiritual adventurer. Learn scientifically how to beat the standardized tests, study for and ace all kinds of exams, and research, write, and edit scholarly and mass media papers. Dr. Reid authors, edits, and corrects AP and CLEP subject exams for leading educational testing companies such as the Educational Testing Service (ETS) and the United States Department of Defense. Get the very best in...
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Can also tutor:Drum, Piano, Voice and 161 more subjects.
Education
Florida Atlantic University Oxford - Bachelor in Arts, History
George Mason University U of Metaphsyics - Doctor of Philosophy, History
I have been teaching in a variety of settings for the past 30 years. I especially enjoy one-on-one teaching. It affords me to be able to know my students better further enabling me to help them with their individual needs. ... My philosophy is very basic; do what is necessary to meet the needs of the students. Their goals are my goals. It is my job to help the student on the road to success.... I...
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...learning guitar at age 16, I was way in over my head and I believed I could learn without anyones help. Unfortunately the next 10 years of my life were incredibly difficult and I made very little, if any progress in that time. I've spent the last year and a half learning the correct way using theory and masterclasses and since then my skills have improved dramatically and quickly. I would like to help you...
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Being creative is one of the most important parts of our lives. I believe that everyone should have a creative outlet, whether that be music, art or anything that can let your mind run free.
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...performance, my journey has been profoundly shaped by my dual love for music and teaching. From an early age, I discovered the intricate world of music theory, fascinated by its ability to unravel the complexities behind every melody and chord progression. This fascination soon intertwined with my budding interest in playing the guitar, as I found myself captivated not only by the instrument's versatility but also by its capacity to evoke emotions and tell stories...
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...community college. Along with Latin, I have taught a wide range of subjects from history, art history, the Humanities, English and English Composition, Essay writing, organizational and note taking skills, to drums and guitar. I am also available to tutor in Spanish up through 1st year College level. I am committed to my student's success and do not believe in teaching to the assignment. I listen and ask questions to understand all of my student's...
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...I've been playing guitar for 13 years, and I've taught for nine of those. Whether you just want to learn a few chords to some of your favorite songs or you want to learn how music and composition works from the ground up, I can teach you exactly what you want to know. If you're looking to learn rock, folk, country, metal, or classical, I'm here to help you learn. Music makes life better, and...
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Hi there! My name is Carissa and I'm a professional musician. I play bass and sing in my band that goes under my name, as well as acoustic guitar. I've been playing since I was nine and playing out since I was fifteen. I've toured the U.S. many times and have played venues ranging from small to big in the New England area.
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...constantly improve ourselves and reach for our goals. Often, acquiring new skills is a key element to continued success. As a Varsity Tutor, my mission is to help you work towards your goals by guiding you through the learning process and making the journey enjoyable. As a language learner, I have first hand experience of how it can opens doors to worlds you never thought you'd see. Impossible is nothing so let's get started today!
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...I'm an adult student at Towson University, and I'm studying to be an English teacher. I'm a firm believer that everyone can enjoy reading and writing, and each person writes and learns differently which I believe to be the beauty of English and part of why I want to teach it. When I was younger I was a student who struggled immensely, but the truth is I found the passion for it, and that passion...
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...how they take in information. Only then, can we, as educators, uncover the most effective way to translate the material to the student, on their terms. _______________________________________________ " REARRANGING THE MATERIAL TO SUIT THE STUDENT'S LEARNING STYLE CAN BE A LOT MORE EFFECTIVE THAN REARRANGING THE STUDENT'S LEARNING STYLE TO SUIT THE MATERIAL." _______________________________________________ When concepts begin to make sense to a student, they begin to absorb the material and make it their own. These...
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...an education for their entire lives. I have a Bachelor of Arts in English with a Creative Writing emphsis and minors in Writing and Literature. I have my Master of Arts in Teaching and am a certified Reading Specialist. I love helping students engage with and find the joy in learning! I love reading, writing, playing/writing music, watching movies, Star Wars, painting and being with friends and family. I'm energetic and friendly and love to...
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...leader by engaging in meaningful experiences, building and strengthening relationships, and most importantly, making the most of every opportunity that crosses my path. Between my undergraduate coursework, executive leadership positions, various internships, and most notably, founding and running my own small business, I have demonstrated creativity, flexibility, and resilience in the face of adversity. Furthermore, I have explored not only my passion for technology and business, but my passion for success. In my future career,...
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...then moved to Conway, Arkansas where I attended Hendrix College. I graduated class of 2015 as Magna Cum Laude with Distinction as an Allied Health Pre-Physical Therapy major. My husband and I have been married since May 2017 and live in Spring Branch, TX. We have four dogs. I love math, ballet, playing guitar, working out, practicing yoga and traveling. I have been a tutor with Varsity Tutors for four and a half years and...
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I attend the University of Vermont and I am working towards a B.S. in Economics and a minor in music. My favorite subject to tutor is mathematics because of the responses I get from people I help after they have had a break through. In my spare time I like to ski, hike, and play guitar.
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I am a graduate of Lipscomb University, specializing in Spanish, English, History, and some Math instruction. I majored in Spanish so I am fluent.
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...English, but I will occasionally tutor algebra or history as well. My favorite subject to teach is essay building because, in my opinion, it is more creative than most other things one would do for school. Every essay has a chance to show a bit of one's personality while also expressing their knowledge of the subject. In my free time, I enjoy all types of sports, such as Hockey, Football, Basketball, and Baseball. I also...
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...relevant to the students who need an extra helping hand of tutoring. I graduated from Smith College in 2020 with Majors in Biology and Spanish. I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in ornithology (birds!) , which I have been passionate about since I was 12 years old. I have experience working with students from ages 3.5 through adult. I have taught and lesson planned science curricula in formal classroom settings, and have tutored ESL...
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Can also tutor:Ecology, Math and 45 more subjects.
Education
Smith College - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
...physics and mathematics student from the University of Rhode Island. There, I discovered the teachings of renowned physicist Richard Feynman which, compressed, might read: "if you really understand something, then you can explain it to your grandmother." I spend a lot of my free time reading and writing, and am currently working my way through Dubliners, a series of stories by James Joyce. I also play guitar and know upwards of several hundred songs.
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...in my schedule. I mainly teach guitar. Physics was a topic that I enjoyed very much in college. I did well in it. If you need a physics teacher, reach out to me. I will look at what you are learning and determine if I'm the right tutor for you. If you are here to learn guitar, I know that I can teach you something, no matter what your skill level is. If you are...
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Receive personally tailored Guitar lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with the best tutor for your particular needs while offering flexible scheduling to fit your busy life.
Guitar Tutoring FAQ
Learning to play guitar is a fairly fluid process but there are many things to learn. A guitar tutor must find what level the student is at and understand the type of guitar playing they are most interested in. Varsity Tutors can connect you with a guitar tutor who can provide a proper amount of practice and help you work on improving your technique and abilities.
Guitar tutoring can focus on many topics, including:
The parts of a guitar
Holding a guitar properly
Fretboard notes
Chords
Scales
Solos
Improvising
Rhythm
Learning the guitar can be very exciting, but requires a lot of practice. You must follow through with activities even when not with your tutor, but a tutor can be not just a teacher but also someone to play along with. Lessons can first be organized around explaining the parts of the guitar, so you understand what the fretboard, sound hole, tuners, and saddle do. Beginning in standard tuning, your tutor can show you the notes on each string and how to identify them as you play and move from fret to fret and string to string.
If you are ready to work with chords, your tutor may structure lessons around open chords or power chords. They can move on to barre chords if you're ready. When it comes to guitar tutoring, there are many levels of learning, and a tutor can move through them depending on your pace and style of learning. You can receive help with soloing along with various techniques such as bends and alternate picking.
Improvisation and song creation are a big part of being a guitar player. Your tutor can provide invaluable practice and suggestions in terms of rhythm, strumming, and picking. Whatever you're learning, there's not usually an obvious way to teach guitar. That's why a personal tutor can be so beneficial. Individualized help can focus on the topics you need the most work in, and on developing the confidence to continue moving forward.
There are different types of guitar lessons. They may be text, graphical, or video based. Guitar tutoring can be a flexible and exciting experience. If you're fascinated and motivated, Varsity Tutors can connect you with a qualified instructor so your search for "guitar tutoring near me" is complete. We can also set you up on a Live Learning Platform, so you can use a mobile device to conduct digital study sessions. To learn more, contact us today!
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