In Home Guitar Lessons

Meet Sean

I have been playing guitar for over 30 years and teaching private guitar lessons for over 25 years.  My students over the years have been a wide range of ages and levels.  I was educated at Berklee College Of Music in Boston, MA where I received my Bachelor of Music degree.  I am able to meet all my students exactly where they are at and set forth a plan to help them develop as a well rounded guitarist.

sean meredith-jones with guitar

About The Lessons:

Ages:

9 and up

 

Levels:   

Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced

 

Styles I Specialize In: 

Rock (all eras), Blues, Jazz, R&B/Soul, Funk, and Fingerstyle

 

Format: 

Electric And Acoustic

 

Beginners 

There are a few staples that we would deal with first which cover:

  • basic right hand and left hand technique
  • posture
  • basic chord vocabulary
  • notes on the fretboard
  • introduction to notes, rhythms, and tablature

From there, I try to get students playing the music of their choice, though guitar based music is always ideal. I will also suggest songs that the student will enjoy from a variety of eras, but tick many of the boxes of building good technique and rhythmic sense.

 

For Intermediate:

These are students of all ages who have been playing a while, but are looking to advance their abilities but need help in how to go about that.  I aim to present different paths relevant to the students musical interests that meet them where they are at.  Topics can range from:

  • Soloing over chord changes in styles they are interested in
  • reading music
  • learning more advanced songs in a more precise way
  • advanced playing techniques
  • introduction to chord types and construction
  • intro to chord voicing techniques
  • practice strategies

 

For Advanced Students:

These students are quite far along in their playing facility, but want to have a deeper awareness of the music language and how to apply it.  Also, to hone their rhythmic skills and being comfortable playing in more advanced playing situations.  Topics can range from:

  • Advanced Music Reading
  • Advanced Rhythmic Feel
  • Advanced lead guitar skills
  • Advanced Chord Scale Theory
  • Advanced Songwriting Skills
  • Advanced Practice Strategies

You will be in good company. I love what I do and have been teaching people of many ages for over 20 years.

There’s nothing more enjoyable than talking about and playing music with people.

Current Availability:

Etobicoke:

Mondays: 4:30 – 10pm

Oakville:

Tuesdays: 3:30-10pm

Saturdays: 9am-Noon

Mississauga:

Wednesdays: 3:30 – 10PM

Fridays: 4:30-8PM

Saturdays: 9am-noon

Lesson Pricing:
$40/30 minutes
$70/hour

Lesson Frequency: Once a week.  Bi-Weekly available upon request.

Contact Sean Today to Book Your

In Home Guitar Lessons

FAQs

Who is this course for?

In Home Lessons are for anyone ages 9 and up.  I can accommodate beginners, intermediate, and advanced players.

Does it matter if I play electric or acoustic?

No, I will tailor the lessons to whichever type of guitar you prefer playing.

What styles of music will this course focus on?

Rock, Blues, Country, R&B, Jazz, Latin Jazz, Soul, Reggae, Fingerstyle

What music materials do I need for this course?

Guitar, music stand, & guitar picks.