Rafaelos
Trusted teacher
FavouritesAdd to Wish List
FavouritesAdd to Wish List
Trusted teacher
from23.39USD/ h

Guitar lessons, for Modern and Classical guitar and for all levels!

Guitar lessons for beginner and intermediate players!

In this lesson we are going to work on your technique and musical skills through playing. The process and level of the lesson will be adjusted directly on your personal needs! That can be learning some fun songs to play, all the way to learning and mastering various guitar techniques and music styles, basic music theory, harmony and analysis.

If you are interested feel free to contact me and we can set the first lesson!

Extra information

Please contact me before booking to arrange the best schedule.

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Madrid, Spain
At teacher's location: Calle de Federico Grases, Madrid, Spain

|
Use ⊞+wheel to zoom!
+

General info

suitcase iconSkills:
Acoustic, Blues, Classical, Country & bluegrass, Folk, Pop, Rock, Song & varieties
Age:
Preschool children (4-6 years old)
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Spanish, Greek

About Me

I am an award-winning composer, sound designer, guitarist, and music instructor. Classically trained. Studied at Codarts University of Arts in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Passionate musician and dedicated worker. Collaborated with various music groups and organizations, including the ''Khaer Duo'' and the ''International Film Festival of Rotterdam''. Extensive experience with instrumental and electroacoustic composition and the organization of interdisciplinary performances and concerts.

Education

• Private modern guitar classes, 2006-2014.
• Classical Conservatory of Nicosia, Music Theory classes, 2012-2015.
• Classical Conservatory of Nicosia, Classic Guitar classes, 2014-2015.
• Music School of Nicosia, major in Classical Guitar Performance, 2015-2018.
• Codarts University of Arts, major in Classical Composition, 2019-Present.

Experience / Qualifications

After 8 years of modern guitar lessons, I joined the Music School of Nicosia to obtain my music diploma in Classical Guitar. In those 3 years, while studying I also worked as a music theory and modern guitar teacher in private lessons. Now, I am currently starting my third year of my bachelor’s degree in Classical Composition at Codarts University of Arts. Because of my studies, work experience, and personal research, I gained a substantial amount of knowledge in music theory and harmony, music analysis, instrumentation, orchestration, acoustic/instrumental and electroacoustic compositional techniques, techniques for modern and classical guitar, musical interpretation, and sound design, mixing and editing. Other than the Music Education lesson that I am following in my University and my experience with teaching, I also gained didactic skills by preparing and completing a masterclass tour called ‘’Composition 101’’, that I did this year for the Public Music Schools of Cyprus.

Work Experience:

• Private Guitar and Music Theory Teacher
2018 – (Nicosia, Rotterdam)

• Composer - Freelancer
2019 – (Rotterdam)

• Content Creator at Skoove
2020 (Berlin – remotely)

• Creative Content Creator
2020 – 2021 (Rotterdam)


Special Projects:

• I was the film scorer and co-producer in two short film productions called ‘’CAPTCHA’’ and ‘’In the Red House’’ and one circus/theatre performance called ‘’The Baron in the Trees’’ based on the book of Italo Calvino.

• Participated and wrote music for the project ‘’Picture This’’ in the International Film Festival of Rotterdam.

• Participated and wrote music for a miniature Opera in the 2021-2022 Opera Forward Festival.

• Composed the piece ‘’Thira’’ for the music group Khaer Duo, for the project ‘’Elements’’. The project took place in the Hilton Arts Lab in Rotterdam and The Grey Space in the Middle in the Hague.

• Organised and hosted a masterclass/seminar for compositional process and techniques called ‘’Composition 101’’ for the Public Music Schools of Cyprus.


Skills:

• Acoustic and electroacoustic
composition

• Sound Design, Mixing, Editing
and Engineering

• Conducting and Musical Leadership

• Music Theory

• Orchestration, Arrangement and Transcription

• Modern and Classical Guitar teaching and performance

• Teaching, Tutoring and Presenting

• Foley

• Team player

• Energetic and hard working


Honours and Awards:

• Won the Second Price of the Pancyprian Student Contest of Composition in 2014.

• Won the First Price of the International Youth Music Competition in Atlanta, USA in 2020, with my solo piece ‘’Myst’’.

Reviews (3)

Rafaelos is extremely knowledgeable on musical theory and orchestration. I've been learning a lot and would recommend him as a teacher to anyone wanting to improve their musical skills!
Rafaelos is a wonderful down to earth teacher. Every lesson has been a blast and he's amazing at helping me develop my musicality. I feel comfortable even when making mistakes due to his relaxing vibe and ability to teach in a way that takes into account my current shortcomings. Thanks for being so patient with me Rafaelos!
He is a teacher who gives dynamic classes. My son is liking it a lot
Translated by Google. Click to view original.
Music Theory for all levels: In this lesson you will get deep knowledge and understanding of music. Either you are a complete beginner, an instrumental performer, or you want to prepare for entrance exams into a music conservatories, these classes are perfect for you. Together we are going to read, listen and analyze music and work towards understanding it in a musical, structural and compositional level. In addition, for the instrumentalists that may join the class, we can even discuss and work on pieces that you are already studying at the moment, regarding on your musical interpretation, the piece's structure, analisys and time period.
A composition class that is tailored to your musical needs! This class's main purpose is to help you find your own musical language and voice, either you are a complete beginner in music or a highly skilled musician. The most important question that you will be asked is ''Why?'', in order for you to learn to have control over your musical product, sound and decisions, so that you are always sure that your musical vision is being well translated and transmitted through your work. In this class we are going to work with: 1) Compositional techniques --- Every lesson we are going to discuss about how do you think your piece should be, and about what does your piece need. For that you will need your intuition but also your ''tools'', and those are your compositional techniques. We are going to see them in other pieces and learn how to use them through your own musical vision. 2) Instrumentation --- To write acoutic music you need your ''arsenal'' and those are the instruments that you might use. In this class we will learn the categories, material, sound, structure and combinations of every instrument. We will learn together how each instrument works and how to notate it on paper, so that you are never limited by the nature of the instrument, but instead you are going to be able to bring out 100% of your music. 3) Arranging --- To make sure that you keep your instrumentation skills, we need to put them to use, not only in your music, but also in an arrangement. Together we are going to work on changing the instrumentation in piece and making arrangements of them so that you have a better nderstanding on how the instrumentation of a piece affects directly the compositional proscess and purpose of a piece of music, but also what are the differences between the sound of each instrument while combining them. Also, this will help you make decisions about the result of the arrangement, do you want it to be true to the original, or not? If not, why, and how do you do that? 4) Music History --- Together we will listen to music and learn some basic music history so that you have a better understanding of the different styles, structures and aspects of music, from the Byzantium and Middle ages music, all the way to the music of today. 5) Improvisation --- If you are also an instrumental player, will work also with improvisation. With improvisation you can strengthen your compositional skills, by understanding your intuition, developing your ear, understanding your taste and learning to work with few material, but the most important thing is to learn how to listen and play music with others, because by learning that, you also learn how to communicate and listen all these musical ideas that you have within you before writting (playing) them, controling them and understanding what is needed and what is not in your music. 6) Film scoring --- If you are interested, in this lesson we will also learn how to adapt music to screen. We will learn how to spot the tempo, feeling and texture of a scene but also how to enhance the message of a movie/game/scene/theatre play/documentary with our music. Furthermore will will learn how to use software for midi composition, and VST instruments 7) Electroacoustic composition and sound design --- If you are also interested in electroacoustic music, in this lesson we will learn how to work with sound editting, mixing, design and engineering. We will listen and learn a lot of electroacoustic compositional tecniques to help you explore, understand and work with a complete different musical world. Our goal is to grow your musical perception and horizon. 8) Music notation and software --- For us composers to write our music sometimes we need to use some programs that help us. In the lesson we will learn how to use programs like that, like Musescore, Sibelius, Reaper etc.

Ask a question

Send a message explaining your needs and Rafaelos will reply soon:
The more detail, the better.
Ex. "Hi, when are you available to meet for a lesson?"

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00) New York
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
0              
1              
2  Monday at 2:00  Tuesday at 2:00  Wednesday at 2:00  Thursday at 2:00  Friday at 2:00    
3  Monday at 3:00  Tuesday at 3:00  Wednesday at 3:00  Thursday at 3:00  Friday at 3:00    
4  Monday at 4:00  Tuesday at 4:00  Wednesday at 4:00  Thursday at 4:00  Friday at 4:00    
5  Monday at 5:00  Tuesday at 5:00  Wednesday at 5:00  Thursday at 5:00  Friday at 5:00    
6  Monday at 6:00  Tuesday at 6:00  Wednesday at 6:00  Thursday at 6:00  Friday at 6:00    
7  Monday at 7:00  Tuesday at 7:00  Wednesday at 7:00  Thursday at 7:00  Friday at 7:00    
8  Monday at 8:00  Tuesday at 8:00  Wednesday at 8:00  Thursday at 8:00  Friday at 8:00    
9  Monday at 9:00  Tuesday at 9:00  Wednesday at 9:00  Thursday at 9:00  Friday at 9:00    
10  Monday at 10:00  Tuesday at 10:00    Thursday at 10:00  Friday at 10:00    
11    Tuesday at 11:00    Thursday at 11:00  Friday at 11:00    
12    Tuesday at 12:00    Thursday at 12:00  Friday at 12:00    
13    Tuesday at 13:00    Thursday at 13:00  Friday at 13:00    
14      Wednesday at 14:00  Thursday at 14:00  Friday at 14:00    
15    Tuesday at 15:00    Thursday at 15:00  Friday at 15:00    
16    Tuesday at 16:00  Wednesday at 16:00  Thursday at 16:00  Friday at 16:00    
17              
18              
19              
20              
21              
22              
23              
from $23.39At teacher's location
from $23.39Online via webcam
from $27.85At student's home

Good-fit Instructor Guarantee


If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, Apprentus will find you another instructor or will refund your first lesson.

Online reputation

  • Instructor since September 2019
  • 2 repeat students
  • Phone number verified
  • Google connected
  • Linkedin connected

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00) New York
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
0              
1              
2  Monday at 2:00  Tuesday at 2:00  Wednesday at 2:00  Thursday at 2:00  Friday at 2:00    
3  Monday at 3:00  Tuesday at 3:00  Wednesday at 3:00  Thursday at 3:00  Friday at 3:00    
4  Monday at 4:00  Tuesday at 4:00  Wednesday at 4:00  Thursday at 4:00  Friday at 4:00    
5  Monday at 5:00  Tuesday at 5:00  Wednesday at 5:00  Thursday at 5:00  Friday at 5:00    
6  Monday at 6:00  Tuesday at 6:00  Wednesday at 6:00  Thursday at 6:00  Friday at 6:00    
7  Monday at 7:00  Tuesday at 7:00  Wednesday at 7:00  Thursday at 7:00  Friday at 7:00    
8  Monday at 8:00  Tuesday at 8:00  Wednesday at 8:00  Thursday at 8:00  Friday at 8:00    
9  Monday at 9:00  Tuesday at 9:00  Wednesday at 9:00  Thursday at 9:00  Friday at 9:00    
10  Monday at 10:00  Tuesday at 10:00    Thursday at 10:00  Friday at 10:00    
11    Tuesday at 11:00    Thursday at 11:00  Friday at 11:00    
12    Tuesday at 12:00    Thursday at 12:00  Friday at 12:00    
13    Tuesday at 13:00    Thursday at 13:00  Friday at 13:00    
14      Wednesday at 14:00  Thursday at 14:00  Friday at 14:00    
15    Tuesday at 15:00    Thursday at 15:00  Friday at 15:00    
16    Tuesday at 16:00  Wednesday at 16:00  Thursday at 16:00  Friday at 16:00    
17              
18              
19              
20              
21              
22              
23              
from $23.39At teacher's location
from $23.39Online via webcam
from $27.85At student's home

Good-fit Instructor Guarantee


If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, Apprentus will find you another instructor or will refund your first lesson.

Share


Aurélie
Piano classes, music awareness and music theory (CAT, ESP, FRA, ENG, GER)
CLASSES IN SPANISH, CATALAN, FRANÇAIS, DEUTSCH, ENGLISH SPANISH (DÉSCPRIPTION FRANÇAISE EN BAS): I offer piano classes, awareness/introduction to music and music theory. I live in Madrid and I am a student of a Higher Degree in Singing (Jazz and Modern Music). I dedicate a good part of my time to teaching (musical and linguistic) in the format of private classes online or at home. I started giving private classes at home to children when I lived in Germany. During the 22-23 academic year I gave piano classes to students of all ages at the RedMusik Music School (Igualada, Catalonia). I studied the piano and other instruments for more than 15 years at the UGDA and at the Luxembourg City Conservatory of Music. After many years of music theory and piano I obtained the „Première Mention“ certificate from the Conservatory, with the qualification "Très Bien". A good music class should include not only reading scores, but also theoretical and harmonic study, improvisation, recreational play with the instrument, listening and rhythmic exercises. I am interested in designing the class in a creative way and adapted to the needs and desires of the student. I hope to transmit encouragement, joy and curiosity about the study of music! See you soon! Aurélie FRANÇAIS: I propose the piano courses, d'éveil/initiation à la musique et de solfège. I visited Madrid and my student at Licence Supérieure de Chant (Jazz et Musique Moderne). Je consacre une bonne partie de mon temps à l'enseignement (musical et linguistique) sous form de cours particuliers en ligne ou à domicile. J'ai began at the end of the cours particuliers at home of the children who live in Germany. Au cours de l'année académique 22-23, j'ai donné des cours de piano à des elèves de tous âges à l'école de musique RedMusik (Igualada, Catalogne). I studied the piano and other instruments pendant over 15 years at the UGDA and at the Conservatoire de Musique de la Ville de Luxembourg. After several years of piano and solfège announcements, I obtained the „Première Mention“ certificate from the Conservatoire, with the mention "Très Bien". Un bon cours de musique devrait includes non-seulement la lecture de partitions, but also l'étude théorique et harmonique, l'improvisation, le jeu récréatif avec l'instrument, les exercices d'audition et de rythmes. I am interested in conceiving the class of creative manière and adapting to kisses and messages from the person. J'espère pouvoir transmettre du courage, de la joie et de la curiosité pour l'étude de la musique! À bientôt! Aurélie

Victor
Music, Classical, acoustic and electric guitar, Electric bass, Basic piano.
I work with a dynamic attitude, using ease to communicate in public, both live and by phone or virtually, I try to convey the illusion that Music gives me back. With versatility, I seek to establish ways to meet the needs of the student, thus perfecting my goals as a teacher. Delighted to learn and expand horizons with each experience. In addition to teaching in general, the objective of the classes is personalized, it proposes to strengthen the natural abilities of the student, thus increasing his creative horizon, through a playful and fun system; learning, perfecting and playing. My goal is to give enough tools to not need me or, in other words, use what I have learned to continue learning ...

Hugo Vacas
Percutête (initiation to percussion). Any age.
It is an introductory percussion workshop. Hugo is a seeker of rhythm whose journey took him to explore various cultures, with the intention of uniting the being in an expression that integrates differences. Percussion as a vehicle of recognition in the other through a sound journey.

Sebastian
Music for beginners. Guitar, piano and music theory classes.
Learn theory and execution through your favorite artists. Making all the learning more digestible. Always keeping my students motivated to acquire new techniques and musical resources. I build a personalized learning program for each of my students with which we develop the creativity of the person in question.

Jaime
Flute classes, musical language, preparation for conservatory entrance tests...
Professional flutist. Higher Degree in Interpretation and Master's Degree (+ Music Training) at the Higher Conservatory of Music of the Liceu of Barcelona. Flute and/or musical language classes are offered to beginner or intermediate level students, as well as preparation for conservatory entrance tests, reinforcement of analysis, music history... Adaptation to each student taking into account their particular needs and objectives. The classes aim to provide the student with technical tools with the instrument so that they can advance, enjoy and, most importantly, avoid frustration by knowing how to study later at home. I would like to help young flutists by sharing everything I have learned during my years of training. I think that many times you do not have the right teachers and the student can become frustrated by not making progress. My goal is to help prevent this from happening :)

Carlos
Guitar Lessons with Concertist Carlos Bica.
An ideal basic method for anyone who wants to learn classical guitar from scratch, or someone who wants to improve their technique. Guitar classes designed to provide the student with the necessary resources to develop creativity and musical sensitivity naturally, easily, quickly and effectively. I use the material of my teachers Abel Carlevaro and Eduardo Castañera, who have a great concern with the technique of the instrument and musical interpretation. The classes also teach the theory of musical reading (score and figures), music theory, etc. Concert guitarist Carlos Bica will be in Madrid and Ciudad Real teaching classes. These classes last one hour, once a week individually. Beginner, intermediate and advanced students of all ages, children and adults, will be accepted. For those who seek to be professionals and with the purpose of being able to respond to challenges with solvency and a level of excellence that distinguishes them, you can find it here. Music lovers are also welcome, who will enjoy getting to know this world better and want to learn to enjoy music. I wait for you.

Luis Daniel
Piano, guitar, lute and/or music reading (solfeggio) classes
I graduated with honors from the "Amadeo Roldán" Conservatory in Havana as a lute player, instrument teacher, and ensemble practice teacher. I also perform in the execution of the guitar, the piano and the Cuban tres, as well as group work. This class is aimed at those who are interested in learning music, either theory or practice. This is a discipline that requires rigor and demand, something without which it would not proceed. The passion and love for this art will play a transcendental role in the assimilation of the contents and the importance that can be given to it.

Elena
Graduated from the Superior Conservatory, she offers classes in musical language, musical theory and harmony. Experience since 2016
My mission as a teacher is to transmit my love for music through everything I have learned throughout my studies in the last 20 years. I have experience since 2016 with individuals, colleges and schools, starting with students from scratch and also offering complementary reinforcement classes to their studies at the conservatory or school. My classes are completely adapted to the level and objectives of each student, getting to know them and trying to fully adjust to their concerns, their work rate and their personality. My teaching method is adapted to the curriculum of professional conservatories, my classes being a good option to support and reinforce the subject. For the musical initiation classes with the little ones, we begin with rhythm and height identification games, as well as proposing a first approach to music through singing and body percussion.

Jonghee
Private guitar lesson in English, lot of teaching experience, Blues, Funk, Fusion, Rock, R&B
there's a lot of people who wanna learn guitar from YouTube but I can tell that will never gonna make you improve Because you always wanna play bunch of fast things that looks cool, But you know that you can't play it well right? Even If you do, it doesn't sound the same, isn't it? I am here for you I will let you know where you are at, and what should you do to play the things that you wnat, that's what I do, I am jsut a navigation, who tells you a right direction, and you are the one who need to drive a car, anyways, let's have fun and explore the new world which called music! learning an instrument is really cool thing you will learn the tools that you need to expresse your feelings into music and that's the reason why we all listen the music and the moment you make it, you will become an artist just like me I, with a lot of teaching experience, I will do my best to reach the level you want to get career Music Force, Fender Custom Shop LTD 1959 Strat Relic Demo - 'Hard Times' (Cover) by Guitarist 'Jonghee' Music Force, Suhr Standard Legacy Limited Edition Demo - 'Feeling Fine' (Cover) by Guitarist 'Jonghee' Hexguitar Sting F200BT Demo - Frankfrut Forward -grio feat.skinny brown, gi$t Guitar session Memo-ifi (gi$t,U-Jin) Guitar session Outro-rovxe, ifi Guitsr session Movie - D.NO Guitar session HANUM- We are runnin' so fast (Feat. D.no) Guitar Session Seoul vibes, fruity-kozypop Guitar session Weekends -dalmood Guitar session 'Because of You' LIVE Guitar performance and others

Alberto
Music theory classes: music theory, harmony, analysis, intonation, music history, etc.
Music classes are taught either for theoretical preparation, solfeggio reinforcement, intonation, or any branch that includes music, such as harmony, history, etc. For any student, be it low or high level. They are taught both in person and online.

Pablo Fernández
Primary Education Teacher: Classes of all subjects. Also available music classes (ukulele, guitar, drums, composition)
I have a degree in Primary Education Teaching and I have been giving private classes for more than 7 years, both at home and in the academy and, more recently, also online. During the last year I was responsible for extracurricular activities in a center in Cantabria at the same time that I gave private classes to ESO students. In addition to having a degree in Primary Education, I have the A1 certificate in Spanish Sign Language. I am currently preparing the exam to obtain the CAE (C1 Advance) certification in English. In addition, I am a professional musician with 20 years of experience and I offer classes in Ukulele, Guitar, Composition and Drums / Percussion I offer individual face-to-face classes and small groups. However, and given the situation caused by COVID-19, I also offer online classes, in which, in addition to offering individualized support, I promote the use of information and communication technologies as a tool for self-learning.

Vicente
GUITAR CLASSES, SINGING CLASSES, MUSICAL LANGUAGE CLASSES
Hi, I'm Vicente. Guitar teacher with years of experience with children and adults. If you already know how to play something, we can continue along the trails that appeal to you the most. If you are new, calm down, you will see that starting is not as difficult as it seems, I will help you!

Miguel
ELECTRIC, ACOUSTIC AND SPANISH GUITAR CLASSES.
Guitar teacher teaches classes of all styles. From Rock, Blues and Heavy Metal to Pop, Jazz, Bossa Nova. Electric, acoustic and Spanish guitar. All levels from beginner guitarist to advanced guitarist. Low prices and flexible hours. Personalized classes focused on the needs of each student. Learn musical language, harmony, scales, chords, and themes from your favorite artists. Classes at my home, trips around Madrid capital and Skype. Method based on the study of the theory, technique and interpretation of the instrument. The student will be provided with material available for their musical learning.

Joaquin
Guitar, Bass and piano Lessons for children and adolescent
Enfoco mis clases a que el alumno adquiera la independencia de poder sacar las canciones que le gusten solo, transmitiendole pasion por el instrumento. Amplia experiencia en clases para niños y adolescentes Ademas tambien cuento con grado de psicologo, el cual es de me es de gran ayuda para que los alumnos puedan sentirse a gusto y comodos en la clase. I specialize in teaching lessons to kids and adolescent, my focus is to transmit the passion for music i have and to give the student the possibility to achieve independence regarding songs he wishes to play

Fabian Jaramillo
Acoustic / Electric Guitar Course, from zero to intermediate
The proposal of this course is for people who want to start from scratch, on the guitar, or also for those who have basic concepts, but who yearn to learn more and raise their level, whether acoustic or electric guitar. I manage a pedagogy of theory and simultaneous practice, which allows the student, at the time of the class, to understand the concepts given, and at the same time, put them into practice, correctly. I have the disposition and a high experience as a guitar and music teacher, with a professional production technician degree for musical practices.