Master the Guitar & Bass
The Voice of Modern Music
From gentle acoustic melodies to roaring electric solos, the guitar is one of the most expressive and popular instruments in the world. Our course is designed to take you from your first chord to your first gig, focusing on practical skills, applicable theory, and finding your unique tone.
- Play your favorite songs from nearly any genre.
- Develop skills for songwriting and band performance.
- Express yourself through improvisation and soloing.
Our Structured Curriculum
Module 1: Fundamentals
- Guitar Anatomy & Tuning
- Proper Fretting & Picking
- Reading Tablature (Tabs)
Module 2: First Chords
- Basic Open Chords
- Simple Strumming Patterns
- Chord Transition Drills
Module 3: First Riffs
- Single-Note Melodies
- Iconic Rock Riffs
- Playing Along to Tracks
Module 4: Expanding Technique
- Barre Chords
- Minor Pentatonic Scale
- Hammer-ons & Pull-offs
Module 5: Blues & Rock
- 12-Bar Blues Progression
- String Bending & Vibrato
- Power Chords
Module 6: Music Theory
- Notes on the Fretboard
- Major Scale Theory
- Introduction to CAGED System
Module 7: Advanced Soloing
- Musical Modes
- Advanced Legato & Tapping
- Arpeggios & Sweep Picking
Module 8: Genre Study
- Jazz Chords & Comping
- Fingerstyle Folk Patterns
- Funk Rhythm Guitar
Module 9: Gear & Tone
- Understanding Pedals
- Crafting Your Signature Sound
- Basics of Recording
Skills You Will Master
Improvise Solos
Confidently create compelling solos over backing tracks and with a band.
Master the Fretboard
Navigate the neck with ease, knowing your scales, chords, and arpeggios.
Write Your Own Music
Use your knowledge of theory and technique to compose original songs and riffs.
Develop Your Tone
Learn how to use guitars, amps, and effects to craft your perfect sound.
Your World-Class Instructor
David Chen
Lead Guitar Instructor
A graduate of Berklee College of Music, David is a professional session guitarist with years of touring and recording experience. He brings a practical, real-world approach to his teaching, focusing on the skills needed to play in a band and find your own creative voice.
"Music theory is the grammar, but playing your favorite riff is the poetry. My job is to connect the two and help you tell your own story on the guitar."
Specialties:
"David's lessons are the highlight of my week. He doesn't just teach you songs, he teaches you *how* the songs work. My playing and understanding of music have improved tenfold since I started."
Find Your Perfect Tone
Our studios are stocked with a variety of high-quality guitars, basses, and amplifiers from iconic brands like Fender, Gibson, and Marshall. This allows students to experiment with different sounds and find the tone that inspires them most, all while learning on professional-grade equipment.
Ready to Find Your Sound?
Your journey to becoming a confident and creative guitarist starts here. Schedule a no-obligation trial lesson to meet David and plug in for the first time.
Book Your Guitar Trial Lesson