Matt O'Brien
Matt O'Brien

Matt O'Brien

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Introduction
Due to the rising costs of leads on this platform, I will be raising my guitar lesson prices. Students who find me on this platform will be charged $50 a 1/2 hour and $95 per full hour. ***ALL OF MY LESSONS ARE TAUGHT IN PERSON IN MY STUDIO OR ONLINE USING ZOOM*** Whether you're starting from square one, or you've reached a point where you can't go further on your own, or you would like to sharpen skills you already possess and want to take them to a higher level, I'm your guy. I've helped thousands of students reach their goals and I've shown every single one of them how to have the level of success with their instrument that they've always desired. I have 20+ years with over 20,000 hours of guitar/string instrument teaching experience and a total of 30 years of guitar playing experience with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music. I focus my lessons strictly on the needs and skills required to ensure my students can perform ANY genre of music in front of ANY audience. I have taught various forms and techniques in basically ALL genres of music both past and present. I teach acoustic guitar, electric guitar (6 or 7 string) , classical guitar, jazz guitar, ukulele, bass (5 string), and tenor banjo (Irish tuning). I embrace ALL forms of music and I will always encourage my students to pick out songs that they enjoy to make the lesson rewarding and engaging! I will also provide the student with exercises and drills that will strengthen their core, empowering the student to learn newer songs quicker and easier. I firmly believe I'm the teacher for you for one reason: you will see instant results not only on the first lesson, but also in every lesson moving forward! I also teach students of all ages who have special needs. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME PRIOR TO SIGNING UP FOR LESSONS IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS!
Overview

Hired 13 times

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27 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2021

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Excellent 4.9

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Michael K.
Apr 12, 2021
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I've had a great experience working with Matt to learn and improve my guitar skills. His layout of work in lessons and for practice has definitely improved my ability, and I look forward every week to seeing what's next. His approach is very thoughtful to what my needs and abilities are, and he has worked well with my busy schedule when needed. You can also see the depth of his knowledge in music when working with him, whether it be the depths of music theory or noticing a small something that you may be slightly off on. Always very punctual, and very professional. I've learned quite a bit already and I'm thankful for his teaching.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Rock • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

Matt O'Brien's reply
Thanks a ton for the stellar review Michael! I also love the fact that we have similar musical tastes and always look forward to our lessons every week!
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Joseph S.
Dec 16, 2020
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Started taking virtual lessons with Matt after a few years of playing and learning guitar on my own, and just after a month of lessons, he has helped me make significant progress.

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Blues • Jazz • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

Matt O'Brien's reply
Thanks for the great review Joe! Honored to bear witness to your progress and delighted to help you achieve the desired results you're getting with these lessons!
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Charles M.
Oct 12, 2020
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As an extremely inexperienced player, Matt took the time to break the guitar down in easy steps for me to understand and enhance my learning experience.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Country • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet) • At the pro’s location

Matt O'Brien's reply
Thanks for your review Charles! Super excited to help you now and watch you transform into an experienced player down the road through our lessons!
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Kevin F.
Aug 22, 2020
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Matt responded right away and we set up the first lesson a few days later. Even though the lessons are “virtual” over Skype, Matt goes the extra mile by using three camera angles to help see his fretboard better and also tailors his approach to your specific skill level and taste in music.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read music staff • Acoustic • Jazz • Rock • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

Matt O'Brien's reply
Super stoked for future lessons with you Kevin! Thanks for the great review and I can't wait to hear you play the song I assigned you for next lesson "Take a Walk on the Wild Side!" See you soon!
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Joseph W.
Oct 24, 2020
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I started working with Matt because my practice needed structure and guidance and so far Matt has been extremely helpful in providing me with those things. Having been self-taught up until now Matt has been very helpful in discovering what's been missing from my practice while also exploring new music and topics that have quickly expanded my knowledge and skills. I look forward to our lessons each week because I know I'm growing as a guitarist and that's what matters most to me!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Jazz • Classical • Rock • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

Matt O'Brien's reply
Thank you so much for the awesome review! I loved our last lesson and Thursdays couldn't be better having our hour long session to work on getting you the structure, theory, song analysis and other musical elements to reinforce your daily practice needs. See you soon!
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