Guitar Lessons with Alon Mei-Tal ONLINE EXCEPT LA

Serves Thousand Oaks, CA

35244

Hired 88 times

1 employee

14 years in business

$45

5.0

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Alon Mei-Tal
Completed on 2/11/2020

Introduction

I teach fun, personalized guitar lessons to students of all ages and skill levels, and I've been at it since 2011. Choosing the right teacher for yourself or your child can potentially make the difference between a weekly obligation and a meaningful learning experience that can enrich your life! I graduated the Berklee College of Music in 2011 with a degree in Guitar Performance and have been teaching music lessons and classes ever since. My expertise include guitar and bass instruction in music theory, songwriting, improvisation (soloing) and ear training. I also have a strong knowledge of music genres, mostly specializing in rock and metal, but also including pop, fusion and funk. My career working in bands and as a touring artist also allows me to offer insight into the music industry for those looking to pursue music professionally! I always meet my students where they're at and endeavor to teach them the specific skills they wish to improve upon. For some, that means being able to strum through their favorite songs around a campfire. For others it means building a firm understanding of fretboard mechanics and using music theory to compose songs and solos to record with their band. Wherever you are in your music journey, I'm here to help guide and expand your knowledge with fun and encouraging lessons. Let's get rockin! Note: If you can't contact me through this platform I can also be reached via my Instagram, @heavymeital, or my website.

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

I typically charge $45/half hour, $65/forty-five minutes and $80/hour. I do charge an additional fee for in-home lessons depending on the length of the commute.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

My first priority is to meet the student where they're at. First lessons usually involve some preliminary assessment and then formulating a strategy for ensuring the student is learning the kind of material that interests them and gets their playing to where they want it to be in order to meet their musical goals.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I began playing guitar at the age of 9 and percussion a few years later. I've been playing music professionally since the age of 16, and in 2011 received my degree in Guitar Performance from the Berklee College of Music. Since moving to LA, I've continued teaching in addition to recording and playing locally, nationally and internationally with bands ranging from heavy metal to pop to fusion and more.

What types of customers have you worked with?

I've worked with all kinds of students from various walks of life and with varying musical interests. Everyone from the 9-year old classically trained pianist that got tired of her etudes and wanted to learn U2, to the 62-year old stock trader who wanted to be able to play along with his favorite Neil Young songs, to the 23-year old soldier who wanted to be able to get better at shredding so he can impress the fans at his band's next concert.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

Think about your goals. This can be difficult if you don't know much about music, but they can be broad to start off with. Things like, "I want to start a band," or "I want to be a better blues guitarist." These kinds of guidelines can help to hone in on the instructor that's right for you.