Award-Winning Guitar Tutors serving Deerfield, IL

...and piano since I was 4 years old. Then, I began to sing and perform in musicals. In high school, I joined Musicality (AGT Season 11 semi-finalists). Then, in 2017, I was offered the position of Staff Member in the group where I assist in running sectionals, teaching music, and arranging music. Now, I am...

...development and self expression, but above all else it should be fun! This is why I will avoid teaching rigorous music theory. Instead, I will focus on developing the muscle memory and tonal awareness necessary for a student to begin writing their own original compositions, or to learn any popular song that piques their interest.

...music and bring your ideas into existence is a crucially important part of establishing yourself as a musician and songwriter, and every bit as important as learning how to shred guitar licks up and down the neck. I would love to show you how and demonstrate techniques in the world of music recording and production....

My name is Daniel Martinez and I am a composer, multi-instrumentalist, and record producer. I have been studying piano and guitar for many years, and have lots of experience producing, mixing, and composing records. I...

...also played alto sax, tuba and banjo. Current focus is jazz, but I'm proficient in blues, metal, and bluegrass. Currently play guitar for the Glen Ellyn Jazz Ensemble, a 16 piece big band playing jazz standard repertoire, as well as some modern charts. Excited about sharing the knowledge that got me to this point!

...hold a degree in Materials Science & Engineering and a minor in Psychology. I believe that in math and science you need to understand what problem you are trying to solve and why you are trying to solve it, and once you can grasp the big picture, you can then focus on solving problems by...

...and German. In 2014 I spent time visiting family in Germany, the source of invaluable insights on the language and culture. After 16 years of school with some truly wonderful teachers, I am still passionate about all I have learned. I hold firmly to an idea I first encountered as a high school freshman reading...

...am also comfortable reading sheet music and teaching students to read sheet music. I am comfortable teaching students of all ages how to learn to play the guitar. Teaching guitar was my first job, and it's something that I derive much joy from. I look forward to getting to know where you want to go...

Hi! I am a guitarist/composer/improviser based out of Chicago. I play all kinds of music and would love to help you along in your musical journey, no matter what level, style, or age. I look forward to meeting you.