I would like to teach music in the style I learned from my favorite instructors, which would include not only the fundamentals of theory and reading, but also music appreciation, history, aural training, and composition. Whether a student prefers popular, classical, or jazz styles, I hope to facilitate deeper enjoyment and analysis of music while pursuing basic goals such as competency with their instrument and performance progress.
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...Additionally, I have acquired many real-world organizational skills whilst pursuing my undergrad degree in business management & marketing, and an MBA program in the future, which will help me provide a pragmatic approach to learning & educating towards students. This background also helps in my specialized field of teaching qualitative, analytical & subjective courses such as English, marketing, and essay & creative writing. Outside of academia, I enjoy hobbies such as martial arts, fitness, cooking...
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...from garage rock ,metal, pop,rock and jazz and performed doing solo work as well and recording. Now I want to pay all the experience and joy that the guitar has given forward. I cannot say this enough . I love the guitar and love music and love teaching. Guitar is contagious in all the ways that are good. I'm know my students will get the spark , the itch , the bug just like I...
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...professional musician) with over 25 years of experience in both areas. I currently teach courses in writing (both expository and creative), poetry and drama, cinema studies, and world literature. I also lead ACT prep courses for high school students every summer and give private guitar lessons. I foster a warm, friendly, student-centered learning environment that is positive, encouraging, and offers emotional security. My style is best described as kind, respectful, and upbeat. Student success is...
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...U.S. as well as in Morocco, Nicaragua, and Spain, both to classes and in individual lessons. I have also taught Spanish and Italian, and practiced conversational French with interested students. I am passionate about seeing my students progress and gain confidence over the course of our lessons together, and I really enjoy getting to know them and their interests, which helps guide my teaching approach. I hope to inspire in my students a love for...
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...been tutoring SAT or ACT prep and other high school subjects for the past 15 years in Asheville, Atlanta, and Miami, and honed my techniques with several excellent organizations before joining Varsity Tutors for their Atlanta launch. I focus on simple strategies that can be applied universally to all sections of testing, while still trying to develop a specific approach for each student, because everyone learns a little differently. I enjoy tutoring SAT prep because I...
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...teaching philosophy is centered around creating a positive and engaging learning environment, where students feel comfortable asking questions and challenging themselves to learn new things. In my classes, I like to use a variety of teaching methods, including interactive presentations, group discussions, and hands-on activities. Everyone has a unique learning style, and it's my job to adapt my teaching approach to meet your needs. My goal as a tutor is to help you achieve your...
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...math, 770 on SAT english - 34 composite on ACT - 5 in AP Calc AB and BC - 5 in AP Computer Science A My main vocation is programming, and I'm extremely experienced in Python, Java, JavaScript, and fullstack engineering in general. I have about 3 years of experience in JavaScript, React.JS, building websites, building mobile apps, and even chrome extensions. I graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST).
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...been a part of my life and sharing my passion for it with others is a joy unto itself. I have taught kids of all ages (K-12) through Barack and Michelle Obama Academy, Artportunity Knocks, and Private Lessons. My goal with each class/lesson is for every person involved to walk away with something concrete to think about/experiment with. I graduated from Georgia State University with a B.A. in Music, Concentration in Composition in May 2021.
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I am a recent graduate from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in cognitive neuroscience. I have been accepted to medical school and will be starting next fall. In other words, I've had my share of standardized testing. I hope to make life easier for students struggling to overcome these hurdles, and maybe spark some enjoyment of learning along the way!
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...am also well versed in the Music portion as well as high school AP Music Theory requirements. I have worked in music with infants to late adulthood, specializing in piano, music theory, double bass, and clarinet lessons. I currently teach music k-12 at an classical private school, primarily in music theory, band, and orchestra. I have a love and passion for working with people to understand the arts, as it is an important part of...
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...the ER, as well as in the Campus Recreation Center as a supervisor. I have tutored many of my peers in a wide variety of subjects, but my favorites are chemistry and writing. I value tutoring more than anything, because I used to struggle as a student with (at the time unbeknownst to me) a learning disorder. Tutors were the academic leaders I needed to succeed, and I hope to reflect this passion as a...
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...I'm studying flamenco guitar at the New York Guitar Academy to expand my techniques. In my experience teaching, I find that students feel the most rewarded when they are able to hear themselves improve quickly, so I focus on performance first and then music theory concepts afterwards. I am also able to teach self-accompaniment, as I often sing when I play, and will cover that with anyone willing to learn. Though I was often self...
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...Bachelor's in Musical Composition, and have since composed over 200 songs for different Mexican artists. I started teaching English privately when I was 15 years old and have since added a wide repertoire of subjects to my tutoring, out of which I'm most passionate about music theory and appreciation. I always have the most fun with my students when I use songs as class material. I believe that education is the key to a bright...
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I go by PV in case my name is hard for you to pronounce. I am a senior engineering major at ACU and have been tutoring students on campus for almost 5 years now. I hope I'll be able to help everyone that comes to me for help.
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...computer programming. Over the past decade, I have taught private lessons and college courses in music technology and computer science. As an educator, I believe one of the most important aspects of learning is hands-on engagement with fun and interesting exercises; it's one thing to have a topic explained, and quite another to actually do it. Beyond my experience as a teacher, I have also spent my spare time working on two passion projects: my...
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I have been playing music for a long time. I started on piano and then moved to guitar in highschool. I have a lot of professional experience teaching, performing, and recording music. I genually love teaching and helping others experience the joy and freedom of expression that music can offer. I make an effort to keep lessons light and fun. References are available on request.
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...product manager 2. A published author 3. A personal fitness and nutrition trainer 4. A seasoned tutor since 2007 5. An entrepreneur and business woman since age 9 6. Music teacher (Piano & Guitar) 7. Product Manager, Product Owner, & Scrum Certified Additional Subjects I teach: 1. Personal Budgeting 2. Women's Studies 3. Life Coaching 4. Weight Training 5. Amazon Self-Publishing 6. Minimalism/Decluttering 7. Goal Setting 8. Mock Interviews 9. Healthy Eating 10. Time Management...
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...some Python programming. Right now, I am working on a PhD in Information Technology focused on data science and analytics. I also have a master's degree in IT for business intelligence and analytics as well as a bachelor's degree in Economics. I understand how to teach people how to learn efficiently in many different subjects. Together we will get you to where you want to be. I look forward to getting started with you!
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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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