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If you are interested in a guitar learning program, either novice or advanced - I am accepting a limited number of students in the Nanaimo area. Ideal for players wanting to brush up or expand their knowledge, repertoire and technique. I’ve developed a highly interactive teaching method that is fun to teach - and easy to learn.
How about you contact me to discuss objectives and scheduling.
These are condensed programs, meaning that students learn a lot in a shorter period of time. I provide learning materials like audio jam files and custom worksheets (chord diagrams / scale charts etc.)
The programs consists of five (5) specific modules. Depending on your ability to express music, we explore the following areas;
- Chord Theory (Knowledge of various traditional/progressive chord formations)
- Scale Theory (Expand on soloing techniques, shapes, harmony and modal discovery)
- Riffs and Picks (Popular songs and plectrum fun; strumming, finger-taps, shredding and hybrid picking)
- Song Structures (Learning rhythm and beats, Improv to Jam Trax, basic notation and tablature)
- Sound on Sound (Tone study with amps & gear settings, effects processing, digital recording software and effectively using the web)
Programs are 4 to 16 weeks. 1 hour sessions once per week that would be conducted in the comfort of your own home; or at my studio in North Nanaimo.
Also available thru Tom Lee Music or Parks and Rec guide.
Program costs vary based on curriculum type and location or if remote travel and/or equipment is required. contact me
What Students are Saying:
Students achieve a lot of learned value and applicable knowledge from the program. Here are a few testimonials.
>> "My son and I really enjoyed our lessons with Dave. He has a great understanding of a wide variety of guitar styles and theory. His patient and fun teaching manner also demonstrates an appreciation for the learning process. He has a unique artistic balance to instruct his talent by being both personable and highly creative. DAVE ROCKS!!!"
~ J. & J. Weston
>> "Dave Hart has been my guitar instructor since October, 2007. In that time my understanding of the fret board, chord and scale relationships and most importantly musical improvisation has improved significantly.
I find his approach refreshing and full of energy. He is not afraid to challenge you but always with positive encouragement.
"I highly recommend Dave if you are looking to learn how to really play and understand the guitar. In my eyes he moves seamlessly in and out thru a number of musical genres and is highly proficient in all of them."
~ Darren Peck
>> "Dave has taught both my boys - Sean and Matthew, for the last two years. During this period of time, both boys not only enjoyed Dave's great personality but also his enjoyable and creative methods of teaching. Sean and Matthew, very much, enjoyed having Dave as their teacher and even though only saw him once per week, considered him to be their friend."
"Dave has made a very positive impact on the lives of both sons. In fact, to a great degree, both boys owe much of their continued interest in playing guitar, to David's encouragement and interest in their success. As a parent, it's been a privilege to have met David and to have had his influence and enthusiasm enhance the lives of my two boys."
~ Douglas Sinclair
>> "Dave has greatly inspired me not only as a musician but also as a friend. He had taken my musical ability to dramatic new heights. Having Dave in my life has inspired me to further pursue my own musical development, and begin by passing on the knowledge that he has taught me. His personable attitude and down to earth thought process has greatly changed me as a person and i will always look towards Dave as a teacher, an idol, and as a friend."
~ R. Kerekes
>> "Brandon Robinson started guitar with you a year ago and we are amazed at his progress. We didn't expect him to be doing so well so soon. One of the things I remember most when Brandon first started was how well he related to you and how he saw you as a peer and not a teacher. You were someone who was interested in his interests – showed an interest in his type of music (even though sometimes that is tough with a teenager!) and he felt that you genuinely enjoyed teaching him."
"He appreciated your way of letting him know and not making him feel silly. You took some of his ideas and made them into a reality for him. I remember many of the positive things he said and the excitement he showed when I picked him up from his lessons."
~ Diane and Darryl Robinson
>> "I find Dave to be a very talented instructor. The fact is that not everyone can teach no matter how good they are at what they do. He is able to adjust the instruction based on the abilities of the person, as well as adjust the lesson if a person has an off night and still make it fun at all times."
"His knowledge of music goes beyond just teaching, which makes the lessons even more interesting because then you know the 'why' behind things. An hour‘s lesson goes by and it only seems like only minutes, and you have learned more than you realized and cannot wait to practice for the next lesson."
~ Nelson E. Smith
>> "Dave has provided excellent instruction over 2 years and kept the lessons interesting for both of us. He teaches various amounts of theory, but also lets the student experiment in different musical styles and creative aspects of guitar. I have personally enjoyed my lessons with Dave and appreciate his patience and willingness to adapt his teaching methods to my needs."
"We have explored many different styles of music which provides me a good base of knowledge from which to further enhance my playing ability. My 9 year old son has certainly enjoyed his time and it amazes me at how much he has learned. I would recommend Dave Hart as a guitar teacher to anyone at any level, or age that wants to learn the instrument. I have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to learn from an amazing guitarist and person."
~ Shane Butterwick
>> "I am one of Dave Hart’s mature students who decided to finally fulfill a life long ambition of playing the guitar. Dave has been my guitar instructor and friend for the past two years. His exceptional talent as a musician is complemented by his patience as an instructor, his sense of humour and his passion for helping others experience the joy of making music."
"Dave’s instructional technique has always inspired me to take time to develop this new talent. He encourages his students to experiment with various music styles to broaden their understanding of music and express themselves through music. Dave also places considerable emphasis on the theory of music in order to position the student to one day create their own music and master the complexity of the guitar." ~ Paul Warren
>> "Our 10 year old son, Jordan had wanted to learn the guitar. We put him in lessons with Dave Hart over a year ago at Music Center Canada. Being as he is so young, we didn’t expect the results that we got. Dave has been unbelievable with his guidance and friendship towards Jordan. Thanks to Dave, Jordan has learned a lot of discipline and patience. He has been able to keep Jordan focused, interested and constantly wanting to learn better."
~ Jordan Guard
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