Classical, nylon jazz and blues guitar lessons from Tony Rath in Walthamstow, East London

CLASSICAL GUITAR COURSES
Beginners Course: designed for the adult who wants to play classical guitar either from scratch or by converting from other guitar style such as electric or acoustic.

Emphasis is placed on technical development – agility exercises to develop finger independence, increased mobility and strength with particular focus on the right hand. The course also recognises that adults may have residual stiffness and/or illness and offers remedial solutions.

Musicianship – sight reading and fretboard knowledge are covered in intensive detail to avoid the situation of pupils who can play better than they can read.

Musical knowledge – a detailed knowledge of scales, arpeggios, chords and their musical equivalents are offered as part of the course.

Examinations - progressive study courses directed towards the examinations for the London College of Music – Trinity Guildhall and ABS courses are offered'

Duration 6 months minimum to allow for full development.

Cost £25 per hour

Classical Guitar returnees course; this course is designed for the student who has played previously and wishes to rediscover the classical guitar

Course elements include:

Technique – development of strength and agility in both hands based on an individual assessment of playing ability.

Repertoire - selection of suitable pieces of sufficient level to provide challenging yet achievable pieces for the student to derive satisfaction and enjoyment from playing.

Musicianship and musical knowledge. A systematic study of chords, arpeggios, scales, tremelo, fretboard knowledge and sight reading to revive and develop skills.

Duration 3 – 9 months depending on individual needs - course levels up to Grade 8.

NYLON JAZZ GUITAR COURSES

Designed for guitarists who want to play “chord melody” jazz styles or fingerstyle blues and who have some ability to play.

Course elements include – blues and jazz scales/modes – blues and jazz chords and arpeggios – solo pieces in music notation and tabulation.

Improvisation – using standard blues/jazz scales chord sequences and scales to develop students own interpretation of solo pieces.

Duration 6 months - cost £25 per hour

FINGER STYLE GUITAR (STEEL STRUNG )

Following on from the absolute beginners courses advanced tuition is offered in the following –

Folk finger-picking/arpeggio styles
Carter picking (bass and strum)
Travis and country picking (thumb-picking)
Acoustic finger style blues
Acoustic finger style jazz/swing guitar

FLAT-PICKING – PLECTRUM GUITAR

Advanced tuition is offered in:

Blues styles
Jazz plectrum guitar
Country picking
Folk plectrum style

Duration 3 – 4 month courses - cost £25 per hour

HOME VISITS

Home visits can be arranged in central and north London for pupils with easy access to the London Underground network. Visits are during the day, and a preliminary non-chargeable meeting will be setup to discuss an individuals needs. Thereafter payment will be four weeks in advance.

All courses include background and teaching materials and encourage the student to learn to read music and develop their musicianship 60 minute lessons.

Please note that all lessons can be tailored to your individual needs.

For more information and a detailed discussion of your needs call 0208 521 4340 or email: Tony Rath today!

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