Patrick Willse
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Patrick Willse
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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Patrick - Know your guitar teacher
Hello, I am Patrick Willse and I am an active professional performing and recording multi-instrumentalist based in Asheville, North Carolina. I have been teaching guitar and electric bass for the past 15 years, I am more than capable of teaching all aspects of Guitar, Bass, Music Theory. Specializing in classical and flamenco fingerstyle technique and slap bass technique, I can share my expertise with all ages and skill levels, from children to adults, beginners to advanced players alike. I teach a wide variety of styles of music, Classical, Rock, Blues and more with a focus toward reading notation and understanding theory, scales, and modes in the language of Jazz. With a particular eye toward a student based teaching style, I craft my lessons toward each students' wants, goals, and needs. Let's strum our way to musical excellence together!
Your guitar teacher expertise
Chord Progressions
Guitar for beginners
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Music theory
Common Core State Standards - CCSS (USA)
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Songs and Repertoire
Scales and Modes
Learner for guitar lessons
Beginners
Intermediate
Kids
Adults
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Guitar lessons quick guide
I specialize in teaching guitar and bass to a diverse range of hundreds of students, ranging from children to adults of every skill level. I rely on a student-based teaching approach which incorporates the creative application of music theory and reading to foster a stronger relationship between the student and this beautiful thing that is music. I personalize lesson instruction using tech tools like DAWs, notation, and chord diagram apps to enhance learning both online and offline. My tailored curriculum follow IB standards, ensuring a comprehensive musical education. My methodology strength lies in creative yet practical application, fostering a deep understanding of music, and nurturing the lifelong passion for playing guitar or bass. I strongly believe that the concepts of patience, practice, and persistence are key to learning any instrument and cultivate the difference between practice and play.
Fun and relaxed guitar classes
90% Students enjoy learning without feeling pressured
Boosts confidence in shy learners
88% parents notice improved self-esteem and stage presence
Customized guitar classes for every level
Beginners to advanced players feel the pace suits their needs
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Bass Guitar
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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Guitar concepts taught by Patrick
The Student and Tutor explored advanced guitar techniques, including intervallic fretboard navigation, dominant seventh chord shapes, and rhythmic variations. They then introduced pentatonic scales and double stops, demonstrating how to apply these concepts to chord progressions and understand musical structure. The session concluded with plans to practice these new concepts.
Dominant Seven Chord Shapes
Musical Communication and Movement
The Pentatonic Scale: The 'Highway Path'
Double Stops and Diads for Harmony
The Tutor and Student delved into advanced guitar chord voicings, focusing on expanding chord vocabulary, understanding harmonic function, and applying these concepts to songwriting and improvisation. They practiced reinterpreting standard song charts and discussed strategies for making chord knowledge more automatic and musically expressive, with a follow-up on developing original song demos and rehearsal material.
Developing Automaticity in Chord Changes
Effective Practice Strategies
Songwriting Dynamics and Structure
Chord Voicings and Subtraction
The student and tutor worked on advanced guitar techniques, including artificial harmonics and complex rhythmic patterns in various time signatures. They also discussed song structure, musical notation, and efficient fingering strategies, with a recommendation to use Songster for learning resources.
Harmonics in Guitar Playing
Understanding Musical Bridges
Guitar Chord Voicings and Fingerings
Time Signature Changes in Music
The student and tutor worked on guitar chord fingerings and reading musical notation. They practiced various chord shapes, discussed the 12-bar blues form, and explored rhythmic patterns. The tutor provided advice on guitar ergonomics and potential instrument modifications for improved playability.
Guitar Chord Voicings and Finger Placement
Reading Guitar Chord Charts
12-Bar Blues Form and 1-4-5 Progression
Finger Arching and Hand Strength for Bar Chords
The tutor and student worked on foundational guitar techniques, including reading tablature, finger placement, and rhythmic exercises within 12/8 and 4/4 time signatures. They practiced patterns associated with the 12-bar blues form and discussed music theory concepts related to the staff and time signatures, with a goal to assemble these elements by the next session.
Rhythm and Time Signatures
Musical Notation: Staff vs. Tablature
Fingering and Fretting Techniques
The 12-Bar Blues Form
The tutor and student worked on advanced guitar techniques, focusing on reading sheet music without tablature and navigating complex passages in a piece called 'Laorona.' They practiced identifying notes, executing chord shapes, and executing specific musical maneuvers, with the student assigned to continue practicing through measure 66 for the next session.
Reading Guitar Music Without Tablature
Navigating Guitar Positions and Shifts
Chord Voicings and Inversions
Musical Articulations and Techniques
Developing Left-Hand Dexterity and Stretches
Learning tools used in guitar classes
DAWs
PDF Sheet Music
Looping Pedals
Backing Track Libraries
Guitar Tuner Apps
Engaging guitar lessons
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