Justin Martinez
About
Hi! I'm Justin Martinez. I help students learn to reach their musical goals through listening, learning, creating, and playing. Think of it like a puzzle – rewarding because it is just challenging enough in the right ways. That’s the secret sauce!
Music lessons will challenge you. I will encourage you. With engaging and structured lessons, you will learn to play and feel good about playing. Pick on!
Teaching Style
Since starting my guitar journey in 1995 and after a BA in Music from Cal Poly State University San Luis Obispo, I know how to break down the guitar and teach it to anyone willing to learn. I take the 80/20 approach to learning guitar and will get you up and playing in no time. If you are tired of trying to figure out how to learn guitar online or you feel stuck at your current level, then I can show you the most effective and efficient way to get your playing to the next level.
Curriculum
Lessons will teach you the following:
*how to start playing immediately
*songs you actually want to play
* how to read music and guitar tablature
* chords and progressions
* music theory tailored to suit your needs
* guitar technique for all styles to make you a well-rounded player
* composition and improvisation - learn how to write your own tunes and jam in any style with anyone
* performance practices and music history
* how to play solo pieces and jam with your friends
* There will also be jam sessions and performance opportunities if desired.
Credentials & Affiliations
BA from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo teaching experience at Grand Central Music, Music Motive, San Luis Coastal Adult School, Infinite Music Foundation, Santa Maria Bonita School District, San Luis Coastal School District and FluentGuitar