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Guitar lessons at home for all levels and from 6 year old kids to adults
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From 30 € /h
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Guitar lessons at home
All levels are welcome.
Jazz, pop, rock, blues, country, Latin.
Over 25 years of experience, from 6-year-old kids up to adults.
I have an A1 German level, I'm studying, and my English and Spanish are much better.
Ramon
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  • Around Berlin, Germany
About Me
Jazz guitarist, composer and arranger with experience teaching in schools in London
and Madrid and also with experience as a big band leader and music arranger. With appearances on radio, television, plays and recording studios in various countries. Currently lives in Wilmersdorf, Berlin.

Pedagogical experience
• 2020 - 2022 Guitar teacher private lessons Madrid.
• 2015 – 2020 freelance guitarist and private guitar teacher, London United Kingdom. Teaching assistant
and individual music lessons at Holland Park School, Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee School, Turney School, Haymerle School, Pentland Fields School, Linden Lodge School, Elm Court School, Saint George Primary School, London.
• 2014 - 2015 leader, arranger and guitarist of the COAM Big Band (Madrid College of Architects)
• 2010 - 2015 leader, arranger and guitarist of the German School Big Band Madrid and head of pop/rock
Groups from the German School in Madrid.
• 2010 - 2015 Professor of electric guitar at the German School in Madrid.
• 2004 - 2010 Rehearsal room entrepreneur and jazz guitar teacher, private lessons, Madrid.
• 2001 - 2004 Jazz guitar teacher, Musikanda School, Madrid.
• 1998 - 2001 Professor of Jazz Guitar, Groups and Harmony, IMT School, Madrid.
• 1989 - 1990 guitar teacher for beginners, Ars Nova music school, Caracas. Applied

Study studies
• 1992 - 1997 Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Music – Jazz. 3.61 over 4.00 gpa, Cum Laude.
Long Island University, Brooklyn Campus, New York, USA.
While in New York City he received private lessons with Bruce Barth, Gene Bertoncini, Ben
Monder, Earl McEntire. He received master classes with, among others, Eddie Gomez, Tito Puente, Joe Henderson,
Rufus Reid, Reginald Workman, Billy Johnson, Jim Hall, Milt Jackson, Jimmy Heath, Bob Mintzer, Mulgrew
Miller, Charlie Haden, Cecil Taylor.
• 1987 - 1991 Ars Nova, Music School, Caracas. Venezuela.

I played with:
In London 2015 - 2020 with The Stellar Big Band, Clifft Longhurst's Jazz Kniths Orchestra, The Denmark Street
Great band. Played in: The Hideaway London, The Polish Jazz Cafe London, local pubs and jazz clubs in
London. The Grosvenor Square Garden Park Music Festival, London, 2017.
In Madrid 2013 and 2012 The European Day of the Big Band of the German School Madrid.
2013 International Theater Festival of Almagro Spain with the Big Band of the German School Madrid.
2008 The Madrid Jazz Festival. The San Martín de la Vega Jazz Festival, Spain.
2007 The Jaén Jazz Festival. The San Martín de la Vega Jazz Festival, Spain.
2006 The Cuenca Jazz Festival. The Pamplona Jazz Festival. The Castilla y León Jazz Festival, Spain.
2005 The Cajastur Asturias Jazz Festival Spain. The Spring Jazz Festival Tallinn, Estonia.
2004 The Cajastur Asturias Jazz Festival. The Toledo Jazz Festival, Spain.
2003 The Cajastur Asturias Jazz Festival Spain.
2000 The Málaga Jazz Festival, Spain.
1999 The Toledo Jazz Festival, Spain.
In New York 1992–1997 with Matt Wilson, Ugonna Okewo, Yosuke Inowe, Nasheet Waits, Takashi Shimamoto,
Dave Berkman, Sam Newsome.
The Concord Hotel Jazz School Summit 95, Buffalo, New York, USA.
The Roosevelt Hotel Jazz Festival 94, New York, USA.
1991, 1992 The Caracas Jazz Festival, Venezuela.

Recordings:
Camello De Troya, Camello de Troya, Errabal record label. Euskadi, Spain, 2008; Walter
Lusarreta & Ramón García Cuarteto Madrid, Spain, 2006; Jungle Book Rafael Santos, Madrid, Spain,
1998; Todo este time Ramón García, Caracas, Venezuela, 1996; Secrets from partner Víctor Mestas,
Caracas, Venezuela, 1995; Primogénito María Rivas, Caracas, Venezuela, 1990.
languages
German A1. English C1.Spanish.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Music and Jazz from Long Island University Brooklyn, New York, USA
I studied with Gene Bertoncini, Ben Monder, Bruce Barth and Earl McEntire.
Masterclasses with Eddie Gomez, Tito Puente, Joe Henderson, Rufus Reid, Reginald Workman, Billy Johnson, Jim Hall, Milt Jackson, Jimmy Heath, Bob Mintzer, Mulgrew
Miller, Charlie Haden, Cecil Taylor.
• 1987 - 1991 Ars Nova, Music School, Caracas. Venezuela
Experience / Qualifications
Over 25 years of experience playing and teaching guitar, ukulele, music theory, composing, etc.
Have played and worked in South America, North America and Europe.
Age
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
60 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Spanish
German
Skills
Blues
Jazz
Electric
Rock
Pop
Acoustic
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -04:00)
New York
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Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
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I have different kind of lessons:

1. Face-to-face lessons of modern singing

Modern singing: technique, improvisation and repertoire
The face-to-face classes take place at a studio in Prenzlauer Berg and are mainly aimed at adults and teenagers who want to learn music. They have a duration of 50 minutes.

In singing classes, breathing and vocal technique are worked through warm-up exercises, always with the aim of working the voice in a healthy and correct way. My classes are mainly focused on the repertoire of the student’s preferred style, which can be pop, soul, jazz, blues, bossa nova, tango and bolero, among others. Each style is worked differently and with the appropriate resources to lead to a good interpretation.

Both for warm-up and repertoire I usually accompany the student on the piano. Depending on the style sometimes I may work with karaokes. I also teach a good use of the microphone, to fight stage panic and to enjoy a performance on stage. The singing lessons are aimed at people of any level, from beginners to advanced, even to someone who is preparing an exam for an upper grade of modern music.

My main objective is above all that the student feels motivated, and not under pressure. For me it is very important that the student enjoys music and the music lessons.


2. Initiation to piano: modern harmony and auditory education

The piano lessons are aimed primarily at beginners. My intention is mainly to prepare my piano students so that they can later develop a more advanced style with a teacher whose main instrument is the piano. For this, I start with basic exercises for a good hand technique and with simple songs so that the student learns to read music. For those who already have a basic level, I start directly with scales and chords, mostly focusing on teaching songs in modern harmony. The main objective is the motivation of the student, avoiding pressure. For me it is very important that the student enjoys music and the music lessons.

3. Modern singing on-line lessons

Modern singing on-line classes: technique, improvisation and repertoire
Like face-to-face classes, online lessons last 50 minutes. They are also aimed at adults and teenagers who want to learn music and find virtual classes more comfortable, for whatever reason.

The lessons are given through a virtual meeting app, either Jitsi or Zoom. They are similar to those in the classroom, with the difference that a little more time is devoted to the repertoire than to the technique.

I consider of great importance that the student enjoys the lessons also in this case and does not lose motivation.
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Sam
German

I started teaching piano by chance – to refugees. That's when I realized how powerful music can be in supporting people. Over the years, teaching has become something I truly cherish. I continue to work as an artist, and music and art remain my greatest passions. But the moments I share with my students have become just as meaningful. I've been able to build connections with people in ways I never expected, and I see this work as a way to contribute to a better world.
Most of my students are adults. Some played as children and are starting again, others are complete beginners; some are advanced and want to delve deeper. In lessons, we work not only on technique but also on musical understanding: reading what's "in" the score, developing interpretation, and experiencing music as a living language—not just as dots on a piece of paper. I also enjoy teaching children and accompanying their growth over a longer period. Seeing how music supports their development always moves me deeply.
Come by and see if it's right for you. If you're curious, just write to me. For me, music is a tool for self-development and connection.


Portuguese

Come to the piano at the same time, with people in refuge. Percebi like a music pode ser poderosa para judar as pessoas. When you pass the old ones, you can see how valuable it is in depth. Continuo trabalhando as artista, e musica e arte seguem sendo minhas maiores paixões. These moments are very significant. Consegui criar conexões com as pessoas de um jeito que eu nunca imaginei, e vejo esse trabalho as uma forma de contribuir para um mundo melhor.
A maioria dos meus alunos é adultsa. Alguns tocaram when children and is voltando, outros são iniciantes do zero; Alguns are already advanced and have a professional background. Nas aulas, trabalhamos not apenas a técnica, mas também a compreensão musical: ler o que está “dentro” da partitura, desenvolver interpretação e live a música como uma linguagem viva — não apenas pontos no papel. Também gosto de ensinar crianças e acompanhar seu crescimento ao longo do tempo. Ver como a musica apoia or desenvolvimento delas é semper emociónante.
Venha experimentar e ver se faz sentido para você. If you are curious, this is what I want to say. Para mim, a music and a ferramenta de autodesenvolvimento e conexão.


English

I started teaching piano by chance, with refugees. I realized how powerful music can be to help people. Over the years, teaching has become something I value deeply. I still work as an artist, and music and art remain my biggest passions. But the moments I share with students have become just as meaningful. I've been able to build connections with people in a way I never expected, and I see this work as a way of contributing to a better world.

Most of my students are adults. Some played as children and are returning, others are complete beginners; some are advanced and want to go deeper. In lessons, we work not only on technique, but also on musical understanding: reading what is “inside” the score, developing interpretation, and experiencing music as a living language, not just dots on a page. I also enjoy teaching children and accompanying their growth over time. Watching how music supports their development is always moving.

Come and see if it feels right for you. If you're curious, just send me a message. For me, music is a tool for self-development and connection.
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I’m a professional musician with over 20 years of experience, having been trained at the Escuela de Música Contemporánea in Buenos Aires and holding a Master's degree in Creative Production from Berlin. I offer guitar and ukulele lessons tailored to your musical taste and goals.

I offer personalized guitar and ukulele lessons for all ages, designed to help students truly connect with their instrument. My approach is based on learning repertoire that the student genuinely enjoys, while developing strong technique and music theory in a practical and musical way.

A key element of my teaching is improvisation, as it allows students to connect immediately with the language of music, build confidence, and express themselves freely from the very beginning.

I also incorporate breathing exercises into my lessons to help students relax, improve focus, and develop a deeper physical and musical connection with their instrument.

In addition to instrumental lessons, I offer early music education for children aged 3 to 5, focusing on musical initiation through rhythm, listening, movement, and play in a fun and nurturing environment.

Lessons are available in Spanish, English, French, and German, and are always adapted to each student’s age, level, goals, and musical interests.


🔹 Format: Online or in-person
🔹 Lesson type: Individual or group classes
🔹 All ages and skill levels welcome

My approach is warm, flexible, and student-centered: you’ll learn at your own pace, with lessons designed just for you — and most importantly, you'll enjoy the process.

📍 Contact me for availability. Let’s start your musical journey!
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I have different kind of lessons:

1. Face-to-face lessons of modern singing

Modern singing: technique, improvisation and repertoire
The face-to-face classes take place at a studio in Prenzlauer Berg and are mainly aimed at adults and teenagers who want to learn music. They have a duration of 50 minutes.

In singing classes, breathing and vocal technique are worked through warm-up exercises, always with the aim of working the voice in a healthy and correct way. My classes are mainly focused on the repertoire of the student’s preferred style, which can be pop, soul, jazz, blues, bossa nova, tango and bolero, among others. Each style is worked differently and with the appropriate resources to lead to a good interpretation.

Both for warm-up and repertoire I usually accompany the student on the piano. Depending on the style sometimes I may work with karaokes. I also teach a good use of the microphone, to fight stage panic and to enjoy a performance on stage. The singing lessons are aimed at people of any level, from beginners to advanced, even to someone who is preparing an exam for an upper grade of modern music.

My main objective is above all that the student feels motivated, and not under pressure. For me it is very important that the student enjoys music and the music lessons.


2. Initiation to piano: modern harmony and auditory education

The piano lessons are aimed primarily at beginners. My intention is mainly to prepare my piano students so that they can later develop a more advanced style with a teacher whose main instrument is the piano. For this, I start with basic exercises for a good hand technique and with simple songs so that the student learns to read music. For those who already have a basic level, I start directly with scales and chords, mostly focusing on teaching songs in modern harmony. The main objective is the motivation of the student, avoiding pressure. For me it is very important that the student enjoys music and the music lessons.

3. Modern singing on-line lessons

Modern singing on-line classes: technique, improvisation and repertoire
Like face-to-face classes, online lessons last 50 minutes. They are also aimed at adults and teenagers who want to learn music and find virtual classes more comfortable, for whatever reason.

The lessons are given through a virtual meeting app, either Jitsi or Zoom. They are similar to those in the classroom, with the difference that a little more time is devoted to the repertoire than to the technique.

I consider of great importance that the student enjoys the lessons also in this case and does not lose motivation.
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Sam
German

I started teaching piano by chance – to refugees. That's when I realized how powerful music can be in supporting people. Over the years, teaching has become something I truly cherish. I continue to work as an artist, and music and art remain my greatest passions. But the moments I share with my students have become just as meaningful. I've been able to build connections with people in ways I never expected, and I see this work as a way to contribute to a better world.
Most of my students are adults. Some played as children and are starting again, others are complete beginners; some are advanced and want to delve deeper. In lessons, we work not only on technique but also on musical understanding: reading what's "in" the score, developing interpretation, and experiencing music as a living language—not just as dots on a piece of paper. I also enjoy teaching children and accompanying their growth over a longer period. Seeing how music supports their development always moves me deeply.
Come by and see if it's right for you. If you're curious, just write to me. For me, music is a tool for self-development and connection.


Portuguese

Come to the piano at the same time, with people in refuge. Percebi like a music pode ser poderosa para judar as pessoas. When you pass the old ones, you can see how valuable it is in depth. Continuo trabalhando as artista, e musica e arte seguem sendo minhas maiores paixões. These moments are very significant. Consegui criar conexões com as pessoas de um jeito que eu nunca imaginei, e vejo esse trabalho as uma forma de contribuir para um mundo melhor.
A maioria dos meus alunos é adultsa. Alguns tocaram when children and is voltando, outros são iniciantes do zero; Alguns are already advanced and have a professional background. Nas aulas, trabalhamos not apenas a técnica, mas também a compreensão musical: ler o que está “dentro” da partitura, desenvolver interpretação e live a música como uma linguagem viva — não apenas pontos no papel. Também gosto de ensinar crianças e acompanhar seu crescimento ao longo do tempo. Ver como a musica apoia or desenvolvimento delas é semper emociónante.
Venha experimentar e ver se faz sentido para você. If you are curious, this is what I want to say. Para mim, a music and a ferramenta de autodesenvolvimento e conexão.


English

I started teaching piano by chance, with refugees. I realized how powerful music can be to help people. Over the years, teaching has become something I value deeply. I still work as an artist, and music and art remain my biggest passions. But the moments I share with students have become just as meaningful. I've been able to build connections with people in a way I never expected, and I see this work as a way of contributing to a better world.

Most of my students are adults. Some played as children and are returning, others are complete beginners; some are advanced and want to go deeper. In lessons, we work not only on technique, but also on musical understanding: reading what is “inside” the score, developing interpretation, and experiencing music as a living language, not just dots on a page. I also enjoy teaching children and accompanying their growth over time. Watching how music supports their development is always moving.

Come and see if it feels right for you. If you're curious, just send me a message. For me, music is a tool for self-development and connection.
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Sebastian
🎸 Guitar & Ukulele Lessons – All Levels, All Styles 🎶


I’m a professional musician with over 20 years of experience, having been trained at the Escuela de Música Contemporánea in Buenos Aires and holding a Master's degree in Creative Production from Berlin. I offer guitar and ukulele lessons tailored to your musical taste and goals.

I offer personalized guitar and ukulele lessons for all ages, designed to help students truly connect with their instrument. My approach is based on learning repertoire that the student genuinely enjoys, while developing strong technique and music theory in a practical and musical way.

A key element of my teaching is improvisation, as it allows students to connect immediately with the language of music, build confidence, and express themselves freely from the very beginning.

I also incorporate breathing exercises into my lessons to help students relax, improve focus, and develop a deeper physical and musical connection with their instrument.

In addition to instrumental lessons, I offer early music education for children aged 3 to 5, focusing on musical initiation through rhythm, listening, movement, and play in a fun and nurturing environment.

Lessons are available in Spanish, English, French, and German, and are always adapted to each student’s age, level, goals, and musical interests.


🔹 Format: Online or in-person
🔹 Lesson type: Individual or group classes
🔹 All ages and skill levels welcome

My approach is warm, flexible, and student-centered: you’ll learn at your own pace, with lessons designed just for you — and most importantly, you'll enjoy the process.

📍 Contact me for availability. Let’s start your musical journey!
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