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Electric guitar (rock/punk/jazz/metal) and introduction to playing by ear
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By adapting to the level, I propose to approach the guitar through pieces chosen by the student which we will analyze by ear and work on together.

This teaching method aims to place the joy of playing at the heart of the process, allowing for a more engaging and accessible approach to theoretical concepts. Having trained at a conservatory and with 10 years of experience, I have explored a different teaching approach through playing in groups practicing free improvisation.
I was a student of Thibault Abrial (guitarist for Trust, Johnny Hallyday and Michel Berger) between 2017 and 2024, and I draw inspiration from his teaching methods.

Learning chords or theoretical knowledge (triads, scales, arpeggios) is done at the student's request.

The goal is to emphasize active listening, in order to understand how to play without reproducing a score: the use of tablature will be as an additional tool and not as a structuring principle of my approach.
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The student must have their own equipment, I travel with my own guitar/amp so that we can play together.
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About Me
Newly graduated from ECAL/HEAD in cinema, I am a 26-year-old woman passionate about the arts, whether it be music, literature or cinema.

As a teacher for several years, I am committed to passing on an approach and know-how aimed at making artistic practice accessible to everyone, regardless of their age or experience.

Musically, I am curious and eclectic, but my preferred genres are rock, punk and metal.
Education
Music :
Trained in music at the conservatory of Asnières-sur-Seine (Parisian suburb)
3rd Cycle of Viola
3rd Cycle of solfège
Guitar: Student of Thibault Abrial (private lessons)

Academic background :
Baccalaureate with Highest Honors
Graduated from the École Normale Supérieure in 2026
Experience / Qualifications
Guitarist for the band AOC (2019-2023): jazz, rock and folk improvisation
Bachelor's degree in musicology obtained in 2021
Guitar teacher since 2024
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
60 minutes
The class is taught in
French
English
Skills
Heavy metal
Rock
Electric
Rap & hip hop
Pop
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -04:00)
New York
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Tue
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