1st lesson free
Shirley
- Rate $70
- Response 1h
$70/hr
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1st lesson free
- Guitar
- Acoustic Guitar
- Electric guitar
- Bass guitar
- Double bass
Attentive guitar tutor with 5 years of experience teaching chords, strumming, fingerpicking, and music theory through personalized coaching
- Guitar
- Acoustic Guitar
- Electric guitar
- Bass guitar
- Double bass
Lesson location
About Shirley
I am an attentive guitar tutor with 5 years of experience teaching students of all levels. I have successfully guided around 190 students, helping them build strong technical skills and a lasting appreciation for music. My teaching philosophy centers on attentiveness, consistency, and encouragement, ensuring every student receives lessons suited to their individual pace and learning style. I focus on chords, strumming, and music theory through structured, steady practice, celebrating progress to keep learning motivating. My aim is to help every student develop strong guitar skills while building genuine confidence in their playing.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My teaching method for Guitar, Music Theory, and Rhythm Training reflects five years of helping students strengthen their fundamentals through attentive, personalized coaching.
Attentiveness shapes how I run each session, since I closely observe how a student responds to new material and adjust exercises based on what actually helps them progress.
Consistency matters greatly in my approach, since I encourage regular, manageable practice routines so students build coordination and confidence steadily rather than in bursts.
Encouragement plays a strong role throughout my lessons, since guitar can feel demanding early on, so I make sure to recognize small wins to keep learners engaged.
Lessons begin with proper hand posture, basic chords, and strumming patterns, gradually moving into fingerpicking and rhythm exercises, along with music theory basics.
As students progress, I add more advanced techniques and begin ear training to strengthen their sense of timing and pitch.
I adapt my teaching to match each student's personal goals, whether they want to play casually or build a strong foundation for future growth. My aim is an attentive, encouraging space for every guitar student.
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Rates
Rate
- $70
Pack prices
- 5h: $350
- 10h: $700
online
- $70/h
free lessons
The first lesson with Shirley will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 1hr
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