1st lesson free
Tessa
- Rate R638
- Response 1h
R638/h
Contact
1st lesson free
- Guitar
- Bass guitar
- Ukulele
- Double bass
- Zither
With over 7 years of teaching experience and a Doctor of Musical Arts in Guitar Performance, I help guitarists master theory and apply it with confidence.
- Guitar
- Bass guitar
- Ukulele
- Double bass
- Zither
Lesson location
About Tessa
I am a guitar tutor with seven years of experience and a Doctor of Musical Arts in Guitar Performance. My career has been dedicated to preparing students for high stakes musical environments. I have helped many players succeed in auditions for professional touring bands and recording sessions. I also work with those applying for advanced composition programs. My teaching is focused on unlocking your professional performance potential and creative voice. I understand the pressure of auditions and the demands of the music industry. My lessons are structured to build both technical excellence and artistic confidence. We work on repertoire, stage presence, and the subtle details that make a performance memorable. I also guide you in developing your own musical ideas for compositions and arrangements. Every student brings a unique goal, and I adapt my approach to meet their specific needs. I believe in pushing you to excel while keeping the process rewarding. My experience has shown me that dedicated practice combined with the right guidance leads to remarkable growth. Let us work together to prepare you for the opportunities ahead in your musical career.
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About the lesson
- All levels
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My teaching methodology is built on making music theory practical and accessible. We will explore scales, modes, chord construction, and harmonic analysis in a way that directly applies to your playing. Instead of memorizing abstract concepts, you will learn to use theory on the fretboard to create music. I show you how scales become solos and how chords form the backbone of songs you love. This approach is perfect for players who want to improvise or write their own material. For those drawn to rock, we focus on applying theory to powerful riffs and lead lines. For classical players, we dive into harmonic structure and phrasing with precision. I tailor my guidance to ensure your theoretical knowledge translates into fluent, natural playing. We will work at your pace, using real songs to illustrate each concept. You will start to see the fretboard as a map rather than a mystery. My goal is to build a strong foundation that supports both improvisation and composition. Every lesson brings theory to life through practical application.
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Rates
Rate
- R638
Package rates
- 5h: R3190
- 10h: R6380
online
- R638/h
free lesson
The free first lesson with Tessa allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 1h
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