Guitar | Music Theory | Composition & Arranging | Band & Group lessons in Amsterdam! =)

From 79.95 C$ /h

I am an enthusiastic and passionated guitarist graduated from Conservatorium Van Amsterdam. My professional and academic musical life has inspired me to approach my teaching method in a fun, interactive and productive way. Through my knowledge of the guitar/music theory and interactive tools, I hope to help and inspire students of all ages, levels and genres. I teach a variety of styles and techniques on electric, acoustic and steel string guitar.

Parts of my teaching philosophy consists in;

▸ Creating an individual study path for each student/group, based on the students preferences and needs.

▸ Applying interactive tools & generating study material such as audio & video recording, various musical notation and play-alongs.

▸ Creating a positive relation to the guitar and the language of music by supporting and adapting to the natural curiosities of each individual.

Extra information

I have all the gear necessary, and will be happy to suggest instruments for beginners! =)

Location

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At teacher's location :

Van Beuningenstraat, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Online from Netherlands

About Me

" Amsterdam based guitarist; Gianfranco was born in Valparaiso/Chile and raised in Sweden. This offered exposure and inspiration from a colourful palette of cultural expression. Gian began playing Latin-American music and classical guitar at an early age & soon gravitated toward jazz and other improvised music. "

I am an enthusiastic and passionated guitarist graduated from Conservatorium Van Amsterdam. My professional and academic musical life has inspired me to approach my teaching method in a fun, interactive and productive way. Through my knowledge of the guitar/music theory and interactive tools, I hope to help and inspire students of all ages, levels and genres. I teach a variety of styles and techniques on electric, acoustic and steel string guitar.

Parts of my teaching philosophy consists in;

▸ Creating an individual study path for each student/group, based on the students preferences and needs.

▸ Applying interactive tools & generating study material such as audio & video recording, various musical notation and play-alongs.

▸ Creating a positive relation to the guitar and the language of music by supporting and adapting to the natural curiosities of each individual.

Education

Conservatorium Van Amsterdam (NL)- Jazz guitar degree
Kulturama (SWE)- Studio Musician Degree
Leeds College of Music (UK) - Jazz studies
Taller De Musics Barcelona (ESP) - Jazz studies
Jazzlinjen Vasaskolan (SWE)- Jazz highschool
Kulturskolan (SWE) - Classical Guitar

Experience / Qualifications

My career as a full time guitarist & musician has offered me a wide range of enriching experiences around the world. My main field of study and experience includes performing, touring, recording and education.For the last 20-years I have had the opportunity to work, and learn from a variety of creative professionals and projects in the Arts, including;

Jazzclubs
Festival
Music Venues
TV/RADIO
Recording Studios
Cruise ships
Theaters
Hotels

Languages:
SWEDISH - Native
SPANISH - Native
English - Advanced
Dutch - New beginner

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Spanish

Swedish

Dutch

Skills

Guitar

Acoustic

Blues

Classical

Country & bluegrass

Electric

Indie & alternative

Funk

Folk

Electro & electronica

Jazz manouche

Jazz

Pop

Punk

Ragga

Rap & hip hop

Rnb

Rock

Song & varieties

Ska

Reggae & dub

Music theory lessons

Music composition

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