Guitar Lessons
Get Into Guitar!
Irene has been a guitar and songwriting teacher in Victoria since 1989... teaching private students, classes and workshops to "kids" of all ages.
Private Lessons *** Group Lessons*** Gift Certificates
PRIVATE LESSONS
Irene offers private lessons, beginners to intermediate, in the Victoria, BC (Fernwood/Hillside) area to people of all ages. The emphasis is on learning for fun, and although she occasionally provides some basic theory, learning to play the songs you love is most important! Songs can be chosen from a database of hundreds, or Irene can work out your favourite songs from mp3 file or CD. Lessons are given in Irene's basement studio on Fernwood Road.
The lessons are relaxed, positive and ALWAYS fun. The cost is $16 per half hour for private lessons, $12.50 per person for two or more people. There are always plenty of daytime slots available, and some afternoon and evening slots. Email Irene to book your time. For up-to-date days and times, please check the calendar.
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Email for info or call 250-888-3973. If you have any trouble with email, please try the alternate email address: ijackson57@hotmail.com Thank you!
GUITAR CLASSES/GROUP LESSONS
Here is a quick description of each class level:
Level 1 Guitar - For absolute beginner students, learn some basic chords and strums, play some songs and have a hoot! No previous musical experience necessary. Just bring a guitar and a desire to learn! Classes are always relaxed, positive and fun.
Level 1 Guitar, Ladies - A beginner's guitar class for ladies only, see more info above.
Level 2 Guitar - For those who have either taken a Level 1 class or who can play some basic chords and strums.
Level 3 Guitar - For more advanced students, focusing more on guitar tricks and techniques using popular songs.
If you are not sure which level you belong in, Email Irene for more info
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New Classes
***Next Level 1 Class for Spring 2010 TBA ***
Email to get more info or to reserve your spot
***Level 1 LADIES ONLY class, date TBA ***
If you would like to join an all ladies class,
Email and as soon as there are at least 3 participants, we'll get a class going!
All classes are $100 for 8 weeks
New classes for Spring 2010 will be announced here, so keep checking in!
Payment can be made by cheque payable to Irene Jackson, cash, or credit card through Paypal
(please note that there are services charges on Paypal transactions, but you do not require a Paypal account)
[You can also call Irene at 250-888-3973 and leave a message]
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GIFT CERTIFICATES
You can purchase any combination of lessons, either private or group and download a gift certificate. A series of eight group classes costs $100. For private lessons, it is recommended that you purchase a package of 4-1/2 hour lessons, roughly a month's worth, at a cost of $64. Click on the gift certificate below to download the Word .doc and print it out:
...then email or call Irene at 250-888-3973 to arrange a time.
on teaching:
"My philosophy is to have fun playing an instrument, regardless of whether or not you've had any musical experience. Most of my students simply want to learn to play for their own pleasure, so I try to provide the right balance of learning and fun. Playing an instrument can become a life-long love!" - IJ
HOW TO PLAY A "D" CHORD:
An IJ Performance:
guitar-related articles:
Chord Keys- which chords relate to each other
Nirvana Bassist Couldn't Master Guitar Hero - best you wouldn't have guessed that!
About Irene
Irene Jackson has been a songwriter and guitar player for almost 40 years...her accomplishments include many live performances, composing music for several nationally and internationally syndicated television shows, and releasing four of her own recordings in her Moonstone Productions studio. She is a member of SOCAN, and has been a member of the Pacific Music Industry Assoc. (PMIA) and the Songwriters Association of Canada (SAC). She has taught hundreds of guitar students of all ages since 1989. E-mail or call Irene at (250)888-3973 for more info or to set up a free consultation.