Private lessons
in Amsterdam


from58.79USD/ h
Learn guitar: What, how and why - by an experienced teacher and active professional musician
My name is Teis. I am a Danish guitarist trained in Jazz music at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam and USC Thornton School of Music (Los Angeles). I have played since age 7, studied since age 13, and played professionally since age 18.
I work professionally as a band leader, composer, and side person.
After around 25 years of experience on the guitar, I can confidently say that I am equipped to share the knowledge that I have accumulated over the years.
In all honesty: I have never found myself to be particularly "talented". But I am a hard worker. I truly believe that talent is not something you are born with, but something you can develop and grow.
Together we will explore secrets and tips for a healthy guitar routine. We will improve your technique and ear training abilities with direct and fun exercises.
Whether you are just a beginner or an intermediate/advanced guitarist, we can explore the instrument and all its possibilities.
Practicing and playing with a teacher in a one-on-one situation is the most effective way to get better faster, and I advise it to all the guitar and music lovers out there.
In my guitar course, we start from where you are at and set a goal fitting to what you want to achieve. For example, our focus could be a.o.:
Fingerpicking
Soloing
Accompanying yourself
Songwriting
Two ways to go about it;
Single lesson: We go from where you are at the moment, and I help you move forward.
5 or 10 lesson bundle: I will make a detailed plan for you and we will conclude the lessons with a performance of some sort. I will help you elevate and broaden your skill set, in your preferred style, but also ear training and theory. We will build a sustainable practice routine together, and you will get access to a library of practice play-alongs and manuals, that you can use to build a solid platform as a musician!
Looking forward to hearing from you :)
I work professionally as a band leader, composer, and side person.
After around 25 years of experience on the guitar, I can confidently say that I am equipped to share the knowledge that I have accumulated over the years.
In all honesty: I have never found myself to be particularly "talented". But I am a hard worker. I truly believe that talent is not something you are born with, but something you can develop and grow.
Together we will explore secrets and tips for a healthy guitar routine. We will improve your technique and ear training abilities with direct and fun exercises.
Whether you are just a beginner or an intermediate/advanced guitarist, we can explore the instrument and all its possibilities.
Practicing and playing with a teacher in a one-on-one situation is the most effective way to get better faster, and I advise it to all the guitar and music lovers out there.
In my guitar course, we start from where you are at and set a goal fitting to what you want to achieve. For example, our focus could be a.o.:
Fingerpicking
Soloing
Accompanying yourself
Songwriting
Two ways to go about it;
Single lesson: We go from where you are at the moment, and I help you move forward.
5 or 10 lesson bundle: I will make a detailed plan for you and we will conclude the lessons with a performance of some sort. I will help you elevate and broaden your skill set, in your preferred style, but also ear training and theory. We will build a sustainable practice routine together, and you will get access to a library of practice play-alongs and manuals, that you can use to build a solid platform as a musician!
Looking forward to hearing from you :)
Extra information
Bring your guitar, and a cable if you play electric guitar!Location
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At teacher's location: Gadacan Music, T.T. Neveritaweg, Amsterdam, Nederland






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Acoustic, Blues, Classical, Country & bluegrass, Electric, Folk, Funk, Heavy metal, Indie & alternative, Jazz, Jazz manouche, Pop, Punk, Rnb, Rock, Ska
Age: | Children (7-12 years old) Teenagers (13-17 years old) Adults (18-64 years old) Seniors (65+ years old) |
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Student level: | Beginner Intermediate Advanced |
Duration: | 30 minutes 45 minutes 60 minutes 90 minutes 120 minutes |
The class is taught in: | Dutch, Danish, Swedish, English |
About Me
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Hi! My name is Teis. I am a Danish guitarist trained in Jazz music at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam and USC Thornton School of Music (Los Angeles). I have played guitar and piano since age 7, studied guitar since age 13 and played professionally since age 17.I was called a "rising star" (NRC) and "The Bad Boy of Dutch Jazz" (Trouw), and work professionally as a band leader, composer and side person (check my spotify if you are curious). I have released 5 albums as a leader and 10 more as a side person.
After around 25 years of experience on the guitar and in the music world, I can confidently say that I know my way around the instrument.
But in all honesty: I have actually never found myself to be "talented". I am a hard worker - I truly believe that talent is not something you are born with, but something you can develop and grow.
If talent is a flower, then fun and care is sunshine. Talent can only grow with and safe and fun attitude toward the instrument. Cute metaphor, huh? :)
Together we will explore secrets and tips for a healthy guitar routine. We will improve your technique and ear training abilities with direct and fun exercises.
Wether you are just beginning or an intermediate/advanced guitarist, we will explore the instrument and all its possibilities.
Practicing and playing with a teacher in a one on one situation is the most effective way to get better faster, and I recommend it to all the guitar and music lovers out there.
///LESSONS TAKE PLACE IN MY STUDIO IN AMSTERDAM NORTH. Because of busy scheduling I can't offer to travel to students houses anymore. Sorry!
Education
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Lilla Akademien Stockholm - Pre-College (jazz guitar)Conservatorium van Amsterdam, Bachelors degree - jazz guitar performance
Conservatorium van Amsterdam Masters degree - jazz guitar performance
Exchange program done at USC Thornton School of Music, Los Angeles
Experience / Qualifications
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Teaching several students for the last 10 years, including in music schools, privately and master classes. I work professionally as a musician and have released 5 albums as a leader, with 14 years of professional experience as a guitarist.Reviews (4)
Great start, clear direction for upcoming lessons
Teis is great!!!! Super knowledgeable and great at explaining theory, technique, and exercises.
Great teacher!
Teis is really knowledgable and pays close attention to your personal needs and aspirations. I highly recommend him
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