LESSONS
This is basically what it’s like taking a lesson with me online via Skype/Zoom/FaceTime! This also translates into the real world :)
This was an advanced lesson featuring my cousin Eric, who was actually my mentor when I was just starting out learning guitar and going to University for Music! Full circle! hahaha
I am currently accepting new students! I teach the following:
- Guitar -
- Bass Guitar -
- Ukulele -
- Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced -
- Beginner Piano/Keyboard -
- All ages -
- All styles/genres -
I specialize in teaching the following musical skills:
Beginner Basics
Music Theory/ Jazz Theory, Harmony & Chords
Improvisation - Phrasing - Melody - Rhythms
Solo Guitar/Bass Guitar/Ukulele (Arranging, Composition, Counterpoint, Fingerstyle, etc.)
Advanced/Extended Guitar/Bass Guitar Techniques (Harp Harmonics, Percussive Technique, Shredding, Tapping, Thumping, Slapping, etc.)
Jazz | Classical | Pop/EDM | Metal/Rock | Latin/Brazilian | Funk | Country | Neo Soul/R&B | Djent | Instagram Guitar | Ambient/New Age | [All Styles/Genres]
Ear Training/ Sight Reading
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Contact Me for pricing and availability!
Lesson on how to sound like Prog Rock/Metal masters Intervals (Aaron Marshall), Plini, Polyphia, etc.
Featuring some jazz and pop concepts and cool harmonic and melodic devices/techniques. We can go deeper into this style in a private lesson! :)
Student Reviews:
Name: Richard C.
Instrument(s): Guitar
5/5 * - “James is a phenomenally talented and accomplished guitar player and a gifted instructor. He has an uncommon ability to take very complex musical concepts and make them accessible and easy to understand. He excels at teaching music theory and can handle any question you can throw at him. His knowledge of classic technique and mastery of modern techniques (tapping, sweeping, hybrid picking, economy picking, pinch harmonics, two handed tapping, whammy bar vibrato) makes him a one stop shop for guitar instruction and mastery. Best of all James is an amiable and humble guy with a passion for guitar music that is contagious and makes you want to play your guitar. I would highly recommend James to any level of potential student”.
Would you recommend James as a Music Teacher to others?: Absolutely!
Name: Isla R.
Instrument(s): Guitar
5/5 * - “James is a smart, loving, and an overall AMAZING guitar teacher. He taught me alot in our time together. He is very knowledgeable on the guitar, but that is only part of what makes him a great guitar teacher. He is very caring, kind and thoughtful. He cares about his students and is very kind to everyone. I reccomend James to every young guitarist out there, and he is one of the best guitar teachers I ever had”.
Would you recommend James as a Music Teacher to others?: Absolutely!
Name: Doron B.H.
Instrument(s): Bass Guitar
5/5 * - “I had a great time learning bass with James. We're gonna be good buddies, since he's a metal head like me. Really awesome teacher”.
Would you recommend James as a Music Teacher to others?: Absolutely!
Name: Ezra R.
Instrument(s): Guitar
5/5 * - “Went from Power Chords to Eruption In like 3 months.. ALL HAIL JAMES”.
Would you recommend James as a Music Teacher to others?: Absolutely!
Name: Lucas G.
Instrument(s): Ukulele
5/5 * - “He’s so passionate & dedicated to his profession”.
Would you recommend James as a Music Teacher to others?: Absolutely!
Name: Joseph S.
Instrument(s): Guitar
5/5 * - “James is an amazing teacher. My playing would not be where it is today. I learned so much with james and had a great time doing it”.
Would you recommend James as a Music Teacher to others?: Absolutely!
Name: Matthew D.
Instrument(s): Guitar
5/5 * - “James is the only other guitarist I knew who could teach me my genre of music I like to play. I learned songs very quickly with him, and he made sure every part of the song was right that I played. He would go over it with you until you finally get it down. James is the only teacher I would ever go to. His genre of music to teach is very wide and introduces me to music I never knew existed. If you want to learn it he knows how to teach it”.
Would you recommend James as a Music Teacher to others?: Absolutely!
Name: Hunter L.
Instrument(s): Guitar
5/5 * - “I truly feel I learned a lot of guitar wisdom from James. We started off lessons about learning a lot of different guitar effects and learning some new techniques such as tapping and legato style. James makes lessons really fun and interesting. He is always willing to send tabs and music to you via email depending on what you would want to learn. In lessons we went from topics such as sweeping to Brazilian rhythms and finger picking he knows it all! I know for a certainty if you take lessons from James you will enjoy them as much or even more than I did”!
Would you recommend James as a Music Teacher to others?: Absolutely!
Name: Shahan S.
Instrument(s): Guitar/Baritone Ukulele
5/5 * - “James was an amazing guitar teacher for my 8-year old son! His enthusiasm and energy were infectious. While he was an excellent technical teacher, he also taught my son to be passionate about music and made learning guitar fun. We would recommend him wholeheartedly”!!
Would you recommend James as a Music Teacher to others?: Absolutely!
Name: Frank Y.
Instrument(s): Guitar/Piano
5/5 * - “My four children began taking guitar lessons with James in the Spring of 2019. I immediately noticed a dramatic increase in their motivation and time spent practicing. By encouraging the kids to explore their own preferred styles and songs, James was able to move them along further and faster than any other instructor they have had. As an educator for over 20 years, I would be hard-pressed to think of another teacher who is more engaging, passionate, and dedicated!”
Would you recommend James as a Music Teacher to others?: Absolutely!
Name: Annalisa A.
Instrument(s): Guitar
5/5 * - “James is a passionate music teacher who understands what children require to succeed - motivation and a love of music! My 8 year old son looked forward to his lessons each week. James was excellent technically but, more importantly, he motivated my son by introducing him to styles and songs he knew would resonate with him. Lessons were engaging and James’ passion for guitar and music is now a part of my son! I would highly recommend James”.
Would you recommend James as a Music Teacher to others?: Absolutely!
Name: Satyaki “Suki” M.
Instrument(s): Guitar
5/5 * - “James is just excellent . He knows guitar well and is very enthusiastic about teaching”.
Would you recommend James as a Music Teacher to others?: Absolutely!