1st lesson free
Ford
- Rate $34
- Response 1h
$34/h
Contact
1st lesson free
- Guitar
- Acoustic Guitar
- Electric guitar
- Bass guitar
- Jazz guitar
Distinguished Guitar Craft Tutor with a Master's in Guitar Performance and 12 years of experience. Teaching expressive and technically refined playing.
- Guitar
- Acoustic Guitar
- Electric guitar
- Bass guitar
- Jazz guitar
Lesson location
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At Ford's house: Washington
- online
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at your home or a public place : will travel up to 20 mi. from Washington
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About Ford
I am a passionate Guitar tutor with 12 years of teaching experience, dedicated to helping school students, college students, and working professionals achieve their musical goals. Over the years, I have taught students with different levels of experience, from complete beginners to those looking to improve their skills.
My teaching philosophy is based on patience, consistency, and individual attention. I believe that every student learns differently, so I customize my lessons according to each student's learning style, interests, and goals. I create a comfortable and encouraging environment where students can enjoy learning without pressure.
My lessons include guitar basics, chord progressions, rhythm training, scales, fingerstyle techniques, music theory, and song practice. I focus on building strong fundamentals while keeping classes interesting and enjoyable.
Throughout my teaching journey, I have successfully helped many students participate in school events, college festivals, and personal performances. Watching students gain confidence and develop a love for music is one of the most rewarding parts of my profession.
My goal is to inspire students to become confident musicians and enjoy a lifelong relationship with music.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My teaching methodology is based on the belief that every student can learn music successfully with proper guidance, patience, and encouragement. I follow a teaching style built on compassion, communication, and supportiveness because I understand that every learner is different. Some students learn quickly, while others need more time and practice. I respect each student's learning pace and create lessons that suit their individual needs and goals.
I teach Guitar through a structured and step-by-step approach. Beginners first learn posture, hand positioning, finger exercises, rhythm understanding, and basic chords. Once students develop confidence with the fundamentals, they gradually move to scales, chord progressions, strumming techniques, fingerstyle playing, and song performance. Advanced students are guided in improvisation, musical creativity, and stage performance techniques.
I believe that learning music should be enjoyable and free from unnecessary pressure. Therefore, I create a positive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and expressing themselves. I encourage regular practice and provide constructive feedback to help students improve continuously.
Apart from Guitar, I also teach music theory, rhythm development, ear training, music notation, and basic songwriting concepts. These additional subjects help students understand music more deeply and become complete musicians.
My goal is to help students build confidence, discipline, creativity, and a lifelong appreciation for music while making every lesson enjoyable and productive.
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Rates
Rate
- $34
Pack rates
- 5h: $170
- 10h: $340
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Ford will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
online
- $34/h
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