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Sunflower Guitar Lessons

NYC In-Home and Online Guitar Lessons

Shu Odamura, an experienced music teacher and active performer, offers one-on-one guitar lessons at the student's home in the metro area, his studio in Queens, rehearsal spaces in Midtown, or anywhere in the world through virtual lessons. All ages (6+) and levels are welcome! A student concert will be held every year in November. Please feel free to contact me!

Lesson Content

Beginner

How to choose an instrument and the essential accessories (pick, capo, chair for playing, etc.)
Tuning
Basic techniques (chords, playing simple melodies, right-hand strumming)
Proper posture and instrument handling
How to read chord charts, TABs, and basic sheet music
Introduction to fun, beginner-friendly songs

Intermediate & Advanced

How to play with good posture and minimal physical strain
Reading sheet music
Understanding the guitar’s role in a band and relevant playing techniques
Playing in different musical styles
Solo guitar playing
Improvisation (jazz, blues, etc.)
Understanding scales and the fretboard
Music theory
Ear Tranning
Preparation for Maui exams and school auditions
Jazz guitar techniques

Rates

30 minutes: $60
45 minutes: $70
60 minutes: $80