Easteppe Guitar Studio
Easteppe Guitar Studio

Easteppe Guitar Studio

$32
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Responds in about 3 hours

Introduction
I hold a Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, and I am currently pursuing a Doctoral Degree in Classical Guitar Performance. I also have twenty years teaching experience including positions at Music Academy of North Carolina, Music and Arts Center (Huntersville, NC), Central Piedmont Community College, and Davidson College. I can teach a diverse range of styles and genres from classical guitar, rock, blues, pop, jazz, metal, etc... I utilize many apps to help students reach their goals faster and teach based on the students goals. Many of my students learn to read standard notation, tab, chord charts, and lead sheets depending on their individual goals. I strive to create a fun relaxed atmosphere where students can enjoy their time and learn a lot at the same time. Rates are $30 for 30 minutes, $42.50 for 45 minutes, and $55 hour for weekly lessons. I have a home office set up as a teaching studio and students only need to bring their instruments (amplifier and cable provided during lesson). I love seeing my students reach their goals (no matter how big or how small). The smile, sense of satisfaction, and confidence that I see in my students as they progress gives me a great sense of humility to be able to work with such great students week after week and many times year after year. From beginners who have never played a note in their life to advanced students who have played for years I enjoy sharing the joy of music with each of them.
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20 years in business

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

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Morgan D.
Nov 30, 2023
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James is wildly talented on the guitar, but he still has a way with beginners. He's down-to-earth, witty, and loves to see his students succeed. I've been taking lessons for just a month and I've seen major progress already.

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Rock • Blues • Country • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Katherine L.
Jul 18, 2023
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I have been a guitar student working with James for about the past four months. I had no prior experience with guitar and wanted to try something new. I performed at my first guitar open mike this month which is something I never imagined I would be able to do. Through working with James, not only have I gone from zero guitar experience to playing full songs in a short amount of time, but my confidence in playing and in general has really improved. I have had a chance to meet many other of James' students who are all very nice and encouraging. It is really nice to feel accepted as part of a musical community while I grow and improve. James does a great job curating each lesson based on what I want to play and next steps for skills. We have a lot of fun and he encourages asking questions and making videos in between lessons so I can improve while I practice on my own. All of my friends have been really impressed with how quickly I have picked up my new skills. I am very excited to see where the guitar journey takes me down the road and James is a big part of that excitement! I really recommend his lessons to anyone at any stage of their playing!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Josie D.
Nov 30, 2023
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James is a wonderful guitar teacher. He’s incredibly knowledgeable and thoughtful, and I’ve learned so much while working with him!

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Folk • Blues • Rock • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Michael P.
Nov 8, 2023
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I hired James to do private lessons for my mom as a retirement gift (one time gift). Years later and I believe they're still working together! It's great to see her finally doing something she loves, and she speaks very highly of him!

Details: 65 years or older • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Acoustic • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Scott J.
Sep 17, 2022
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I started working with James because I wanted to pick back up the guitar. James is extremely affable, makes the student feel comfortable, and most importantly, is an guitar instructor. I have taken guitar lessons previously and James distinguishes himself from my past instructors through his emphasis on technique as well as accomodating my taste in music while still encouraging me to do the work that will most efficiently enhance my skills. I would definitely recommend James to anyone looking to start learning guitar or looking to pick it back up!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Acoustic • Jazz • Rock • Folk • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

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