A musical conversation: guitar lessons in Schiedam

From 58 C$ /h

Howdy! Offering guitar lessons and unsolicited life advice.

About a decade ago I ran into something I still can't put into words. Describing it is like trying to taste a colour, but that is the point: music is older than words, and it gets to places language can't reach. For a lot of us it's a way out of overthinking and overstressing, a way back to the feeling.

Try this: keep tapping tap-ta-ta-tap-ta-ta-tap-tap on the table while you describe the room around you, out loud or just in your head. Rhythm and words compete for the same space. When you play, you let rhythm win, and the monologue goes quiet. That's half of it. The other half, the feel, can't be explained with words: you'd have to come and pick up the instrument.

The lessons themselves aren't esoteric. We learn pieces you like, figure out how they work, then make our own music with them. No fixed curriculum: music needs passion, and passion needs freedom. No audition, no talent test.

I'm not out to turn anyone into a guitarist. I just think we'd all be better off with more music and less words, and one (musical) conversation is enough to get the idea. Come once and see if it clicks. Fancy espressos included, I'm a big fan of good bean juice.

Lessons take place at my little studio in Schiedam, two stops from Rotterdam Centraal. Practising at your place or online is also an option. I've also built a platform for my students where you can book lessons, see lesson plans ahead of time and look up material.

Keep calm, play light.

Extra information

Bring yourself. I can lend you a guitar if you don't have one.

Location

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Around Schiedam, Netherlands

At teacher's location :

Willemskade, Schiedam, Netherlands

Online from Netherlands

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

English

Russian

Skills

Guitar

Blues

Jazz

Electric

Pop

Punk

Rock

Folk

Funk

Acoustic

Indie & alternative

Song & varieties

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Stefano

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With 20 years of experience as a guitar teacher and as a professional musician, I like to pass on my passion for the guitar to others.
I teach at all levels; from beginners to advanced, and specialize in jazz, flamenco, classical, bossa nova, rock, funk and metal.
On the basis of the level of the student I make a program that suits them, including learning songs with chords, playing riffs, rhythm theory, speed, improvisation, specific techniques, transcription of solos.
I also teach entire bands, using control so that they can play well together.

See you soon !

Gonçalo

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I specialize in teaching about Music and how to play the Guitar.
In class, I always make an effort to understand what are the goals and interests of all students, as well as their skills. This way we can address the issues at hand more effectively and make sure the student never loses his/her interest and focus in music and his/her instrument. I believe that an honest and friendly relationship between teacher and student is essential for this exchange of ideas to happen more clearly and fluently, so I do my best to make everyone feel comfortable enough to share their thoughts freely.
I offer good and personalized classes. This means that there will be special care with your interest in music and guitar, all basic skills will be worked upon and strengthened, all specific requests and ideas will be addressed, both improvisation and interpretation can be developed, and exploring potential, achieving goals and having fun are main priorities.
Come and enjoy learning more about Music and Guitar!

JunHyung

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My name is Junhyung An (a.k.a, A.J), a Jazz guitarist, composer, researcher, educator.

Currently performing at various different vanues in Europe, but teaching always has been another passion of mine.

- Degree: Bachelor/Master of Jazz guitar performance and Music education degree from Rotterdam conservatory, Currently working as Doctoral (PhD) researcher in music (!)

- Former guitar teacher of the Amsterdam guitar academy

- Various experiences of masterclass giving at conservatoriums in the Netherlands and Korea

- Experience of leading students to get accepted at several music conservatories (e.g Codarts-Rotterdam conservatory, HKU-Utrecht conservatory)

- Music style : Jazz, Pop, Rock, Math rock, Finger style, Funk, Fusion, etc... ("I am very confident in teaching the most of guitar styles exist.")

I am also experienced in giving lessons for composition making, song-writing, music theory.

For the reference:

Francesco

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Ik ben Francesco, I'm 44 and 30 years experienced teacher, musician, sound technician. guitar lessons: theory, technique for any level, solfeggio.
Blues, rock, folk, pop, jazz, slide guitar.... it's up to you. Lessons will be organized following your attitude, your musical's tastes and goals.

I also teach at the student's home.

ONLY ENGLISH AND ITALIANO.
i'D LIKE TO SWAP GUITAR LESSON WITH DUTCH LESSONS

CIAO sono Francesco 44enne esperto musicista da quasi 30 anni, insegnante,fonico. Lezioni di teoria, tecnica ad ogni livello, solfeggio, armonia.
Blues, rock, folk, pop, jazz, slide guitar....dipende esclusivamente da te: le lezioni verranno astrutturate seguente i tuoi gusti musicali e i tuoi obiettivi.

Insegno anche a domicilio

Stanimir

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You want to unlock the secrets of guitar but don't know where to start?
Don't worry, I can help you with that.
I've been playing the guitar for about 14 years now and I've discovered a thing or two about it that I would like to share.
You want to rock out, play some Bach or just express yourself through improvisation?
I would gladly help you with discovering the beauty of guitar.
Solfege and music theory lessons are also available.
Lessons are in English, Dutch or Bulgarian.

Renzo

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hello peeps! have you already thought to learn guitar? now it is your chance!
My name is Renzo Navone, a guitar player from Uruguay, based in Rotterdam, and in my career, I have achieved several music experiences by approaching different musical genres such as Brazilian, Cuban, classical, jazz, and pop music.

During the lessons, we will dig into different technique approaches by taking care of sound, posture harmony, and ear training.

We will approach also songs by analyzing different aspects mentioned above, and the rhythmic aspect too.

Thanks to my study path, (jazz and contemporary music degree at Liceu, in Barcelona and the Bachelor in Latin music at Codarts, in Rotterdam) I will be able to prepare students who want to apply for auditions in musical institutes.

Pietro

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I'm a passionate guitar and music teacher with a 10 year experience in music teaching for any ages and levels.
I focused in my last years on experimenting a new flexible and adjustable method that works very well with children, in order to develop the music skills, the creativity and spontaneity, with a lots of gamified music activities.
My teaching method is based on creativity, and it's builded up on the single student needs.
We will work on composition, improvisation, you will learn step by step how to play your favourite songs or pieces and how to write and improvise your own music!
Learning to play and to express yourself through the guitar will be fun!

Gidkly

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Music is everywhere. It is a lenguage that can get you emotinal and a way to express feelings without words.

With this lessons you can learn and understand music, play it and enjoy it with a teacher who will help you and adapt to your preferences and skills. We can learn a lot of genres (Blues, Rock, Jazz, pop, etc...) and how this diferents styles work.

It doesn't matter if you had never play guitar or if you have been playing for years and now you want to improve your skills in this art. No matter where will we start, let's enjoy playing it.

Carlos

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More than 25 years of experience as a professional musician and more than 20 as a teacher and pedagogue have taught me that, alongside a technical and knowledgeable musical upbringing, my teaching can instil in the student a wide sense of musical appreciation. It is my firm belief that music connects to many other areas of learning and may even catalyse the overall pedagogical development of children.
Furthermore, my training as a classical composer/arranger and a performer of classical, jazz and world music allows me to create diverse pedagogical scenarios, which fit not just the aspirations of individual students, but also helps me to work with students collectively in ensembles and other kinds of interactive projects. For the past 5 years I have also included many technological advancements (such as DAW software), which allow students to record and produce their own material or practice sessions. Using these techniques, I am able to reach out to each student, introduce new concepts and make sure they enjoy and improve their learning processes.

Miguel

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Hello! I'm Miguel from Chile, I'll help you to achieve your goals with this beautiful instrument which I devote my life to. You will learn technique, theory and the most important... to PLAY!

I'm a professional musician, I studied classical guitar in Chili, I lived for 5 years in Buenos Aires to learn the Argentinean Tango, and now I'm doing my master in the world music department at codarts.

Stamatis

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Ready to play? Learn Guitar the Easy Way!

Hey fellow music enthusiasts! Ever dreamt of playing your favourite songs on the guitar like your idols? Well, your musical journey and self-expression can start now!

Why choose Stamatis for Exceptional Guitar Guidance?

- Professionally Calibrated Instructor:
Stamatis is dedicated to maintaining a fun and enriching learning environment. He embraces stress-free lessons as he guides you through mastering the fretboard with expertise, providing not just good vibes but a comprehensive understanding of music.

- Your Style, Your Music:
Stamatis brings a wealth of experience in each genre, ensuring a comprehensive and tailored learning experience. Uncover the soulful nuances of blues, master the intricate improvisations of jazz, dive into the electrifying riffs of rock, explore the catchy hooks of pop and the infectious beats of Latin.

- All Levels:
Whether you're a beginner seeking to grasp the fundamentals or an advanced player aiming to refine your skills, our lessons cover it all.

- Schedule on Your Terms:
Life's busy, right? No worries! His lessons fit into YOUR schedule. Learn when you want, where you want.

- Your Groove, Your Pace:
No rush here. The lessons are all about YOU. Learn at your own pace, skip the boring stuff, and dive into what gets you pumped!

Ivan

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The internet is full of videos and tutorials about songs, chords, scales, licks and even music theory. But if you're tired of playing that song, or that lick, without being able to change it, then this class is for you. Before I entered the conservatory, I could never really understand what I was playing. And that was preventing me from expressing my musicality. By this I mean, I wasn't able to change a chord, or do a variation on a melody, or even creating an Intro. And this requires not so hard skills that can easily be developed just by thinking in music by its harmonical context. In my lessons I'll garantee you learn all this skills and you start making music since the very first day.

Michalis

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I am an enthusiastic guitar performer and teacher. I started learning to play the guitar at the age of 6. Now, I am looking forward to starting to share my knowledge with other people. In these classes, I will teach you the basic technique you need to play the guitar, how to read and play notes, chords, and tabs, and, of course, how to play your favorite songs!

George

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Hello! My name is George and I'm a fourth year student in jazz guitar at the Codarts conservatory here in Rotterdam, though my guitar journey began at the age of nine. I have been teaching a variety of students of different ages and backgrounds for the passed two years.

My aim as a teacher is not to overwhelm students with theory and sight-reading. Instead, I prefer to teach you practical ways to develop your own musical interests. If you are beginner struggling to achieve clear,clean notes or play a full song in tempo I can show you the most effective way to achieve rapid results. If you are passed the beginner stage I can help you with my specialised knowledge in jazz, pop, blues and rock. If you are compitent up to a certain level but can't move out of your comfort zone I can help you move onwards and upwards.

Francisco

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I'm a guitar teacher experienced in teaching kids, although I'm can teach adults and intermediates/advanced, whether that's acoustic or electric guitar, nylon or steel strings.
I'm currently specializing in Brazilian guitar at Codarts Conservatory, although I'm experienced with Blues, Rock, Funk, Percussive Fingerstyle and can also introduce you to Jazz, Gypsy Jazz, Flamenco or Classical. and beyond.
I believe I can be quite effective in helping you upgrade your current guitar level, as I can very rapidly identify what's holding you back and how to overcome it pragmatically , which will build up your motivation, the primary aspect in facilitating progress.
I focus on covering the basics of the right hand and left hand separately at first, and with helping you develop proper technique from the get-go, which will make everything easier in the long run. Once the foundations have been laid down, I focus on a more individualized approach according to your specific needs and taste.