Gillian H., Guitar Teacher, Brooklyn
(718) 608-6080
About Me:
Music is a language. In order to learn how to use this unique language, one must learn vocabulary and instrument usage, and how to develop the two. I believe each person learns differently and in order to help each student reach his or her musical goals, one must first identify what the goal is and then establish the best way for that individual to reach that goal. It takes time, patience, persistence, practice and desire. I always teach with balance between academics, improvisation and the physical aspects of learning music.
Styles:
Rock, Blues, Jazz, Funk, Folk, Classical, Pop, R&B, Latin
Subjects:
Harmony, Theory, Ear Training, Songwriting, Arranging, Orchestration, Jazz Music History, Music Technology, Classical Music History, Rock Music History
Ages:
Elementary School, Pre-teen, Teenage, Adult
Availability:
Brooklyn, Park Slope, Carrol Gardens, Fort Greene, Bushwick, Bayridge, Bed Stuy, Brooklyn Heights, etc.
Major Influences:
Bob Marley, Eric Clapton, Wes Montgomery, Freddie Green, John Lee Hooker, BB King and Mimi Fox.
To inquire about Guitar lessons with Gillian , please fill out the Inquiry Form on this page, or call us at (718) 608-6080.
Gillian also teaches bass up to an intermediate level and voice up to a professional level.
Experience:
- 15 years teaching private lessons: ukulele, guitar, musical saw, voice, theory, history.
- 3 years teaching classical and jazz bass.
- 18 years performance experience in various orchestras, choirs, small and big bands, fund raisers, private parties, restaurants, bars, weddings, etc.
- Bachelor's Degree in Vocal Performance from University of California at Santa Barbara.
- International touring and teaching for 3 years in Europe, US, Latin America and Caribbean.
- Recently relocated to New York City to pursue post graduate work and more teaching, performance and recording opportunities.
Education:
- Bachelor of Art in Music - Classical / Jazz Voice Emphasis (BA ), University of California at Santa Barbara [2001]
Studied With:
- Scott Colley [2006 - 2007]
- Ray Brown [2003 - 2006]
- Nancy Marano [2005]
Seminars and Workshops Attended:
- Jazz Camp West, Rhytmic Concepts, Inc. [2007]
- Jazz Camp West, Rhythmic Concepts, Inc. [2006]
- Jazz Camp West, Rhythmic Concepts, Inc. [2005]
Certifications:
- Honors, UC Santa Barbara [2001]
Recent Performances:
- Gillian Harwin-Blue Note [March, 2008]
Discography:
- Gillian Harwin - "Whiskey Sandwich" [2004]
Looking for a great gift idea? We have music lesson Gift Certificates available in denominations of 4, 6, 8, 12, and 16 lessons.
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