Learn from Great Bossa Nova Guitar Teachers

** IF YOU CAN'T FIND A MATCHING TIME IN MY SCHEDULE, SEND ME A MESSAGE AND WE'LL WORK IT OUT** Hello everyone! My name is João and I teach Brazilian guitar. I started playing when I was 8 years old, through my father, who is a Samba and Bossa Nova musician in the nights of São Paulo, the city where I was born and have always lived.

I have been a professional musician for 20 years in Ireland, the UK and Berlin and have toured the world with many renowned artists such as the Commitments, Imelda May, Louis Stewart and the Brandenburg Symphony orchestra. As well as my commercial achievements which have encompassed TV/studio work, musicals, and live concerts to audiences of up to 45000 people, I have also enjoyed…

I am a professional guitarist, graduated with honors in Jazz Guitar and Composition from the G. Verdi Conservatory in Milan. For over ten years I have been teaching guitar both privately and in music schools, working with students of all ages and levels.

From as early as I can remember, I was aware of the magic and power of sound. Harmony, melody, and rhythm were constant companions growing up — whether I was syncing footsteps to imaginary beats on the sidewalk or singing harmonies to ’70s radio hits from the back seat of my parents’ AMC Gremlin, music was always there. I come from a long line of musicians.

I am a professional guitarist, arranger, and music educator from Brazil, with over 10 years of experience in performance and teaching. I hold a degree in Popular Music from UNICAMP (University of Campinas) and completed advanced studies at EMESP – São Paulo State Conservatory, where I studied with some of the most respected musicians in Brazil.

With more than 30 years of teaching experience, Joe has dedicated his career to guitar education and performance. He spent 16 years as a private guitar instructor, teaching students of all ages and skill levels throughout the Orlando, Florida area.

Hi! I’m Natalia Gonçalves, a Brazilian guitarist, music teacher, and sheet music editor. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Music from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN) and a Technical Degree in Classical Guitar, with a strong focus on performance, arrangement, and pedagogy.

Henrique Carvalho is a renowned Brazilian guitarist, recognized for his refined and expressive musicianship. Currently finishing a master's degree in Guitar Performance at Stony Brook University (USA). Carvalho has won prizes in several prestigious international competitions, such as the Houston Classical Guitar Competition 2024 (USA) and the Souza Lima Competition (Brazil), with…

Greetings! I'm Andrew, a guitarist and educator originally from New Orleans, LA. I began playing professionally in high school performing around New Orleans at many venues and festivals including Tipitina's, House of Blues, Snug Harbor, and the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.

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.