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Your first lessonIn the first lesson with a beginner, my main goal is to make them feel comfortable and inspired. I start by asking a few quick questions to understand what kind of music they love and what motivated them to learn. From there, I give them a clear, simple path that connects directly to that style — whether it's learning a basic chord progression, a simple melody, or even just how to hold the instrument with confidence.
I don’t overload them with theory right away — instead, I show them how to make real music from day one. I’ll break things down in a way that’s easy to follow, and I’ll make sure they leave the first lesson hearing and playing something that excites them. At the same time, I lay the groundwork for proper technique and long-term growth, so they don’t pick up bad habits early on. My approach is patient, hands-on, and focused on building confidence, connection, and curiosity
Lesson 2-3In the second and third lessons, the focus is on building momentum. Now that they’ve gotten comfortable with the instrument, we start locking in foundational skills — like changing between basic chords smoothly, getting consistent rhythm, or playing a short melody by ear or tab, depending on their goals.
I also start introducing very simple theory concepts in a way that connects directly to what they’re playing — like how chords are built, or how to recognize patterns on the fretboard or keyboard. We’ll reinforce proper technique, and I’ll give exercises that are fun and musical, not just drills.
By lesson three, they’ll already feel themselves improving — they’ll be playing real music, understanding what they're doing, and starting to feel confident in how they move around their instrument. Each step is tailored to their speed and style, but I always make sure they’re learning in a way that’s exciting, not overwhelming.
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