1st lesson free
Brendan
- Rate $35
- Response 1h
$35/h
Contact
1st lesson free
- Guitar
- Bass guitar
- Classical Guitar
- Double bass
- Greek Sitar
Compositional guitar coaching: write better songs using your instrument as a tool
- Guitar
- Bass guitar
- Classical Guitar
- Double bass
- Greek Sitar
Lesson location
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At Brendan's house: Santa Ana
- online
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About Brendan
Reading tabs, acoustic technique, and music theory are the foundational building blocks of my eight years of teaching. I hold a Diploma in Guitar from Musicians Institute Hollywood and have spent 13 years gigging professionally across the Bay Area. My experience as both a teacher and performing musician allows me to bring practical, real-world knowledge into every lesson.
My primary focus is helping players move beyond basic pentatonic patterns and develop a deeper understanding of modes, scales, and the fretboard. I tailor lessons to each student's level and goals, building strong fundamentals while making sure the material stays engaging and practical.
The most rewarding part of teaching is watching students grow from simply copying songs and guitar parts to understanding why the music works and eventually creating their own. Seeing a student gain the confidence to write and express their own music is one of the most enjoyable parts of my week.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Guitar is essentially a writing desk rather than a performance prop. I provide custom backing tracks so students can practice soloing at home with full band arrangements.
Learning to navigate the fretboard requires patience, but we will strip away the complexity of technical jargon to focus on your internal voice. I have spent decades in blues and rock bands, so I understand the nuance of gear maintenance and tuning.
Developing your ear remains the quickest way to make progress during our time together. We prioritize original ideas over rigid exam requirements to keep things grounded in your own creativity. This approach helps you hear the melody before you even touch the strings. Are you ready to see how these techniques change the way you hear music?
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Rates
Rate
- $35
Pack rates
- 5h: $175
- 10h: $350
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Brendan will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
online
- $35/h
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