Guitar Garage

- How long will it take for me to play a song?
The most frequently asked question and the hardest to answer… it depends on a lot of different factors, eg. Song selection - as different songs have different levels of difficulties, your learning pace and experience contribute to those factors. On average, a student with no background will be able to play a pop tune between the first 2 lessons.

- Why Take Guitar Lessons?
Learning through internet video lessons are great but private, especially one to one lessons, are by far the fastest and most effective approach to advance as there is guidance over your progress, corrections to your mistakes, techniques or even precise answers your queries and doubts. If not, bad habits take form and are one of the hardest to get rid of. Having a proper, solid basic or foundation is the best way to embark from.

- Do you teach in group lessons and complete beginners?
No, I do not conduct group lessons. About half of my students started off from complete beginners, whereas the rest make up of music undergrads, to even professional musicians.

- Why do you charge more than other music teachers do?
Lessons are conducted at a proper venue and are well equipped for teaching. Duration of each lesson is at least an hour. No gimmick. Competitors conduct lessons at a lower rate but shorter duration as well. You do the math.

- If I cancel or postpone lessons, will the fees be deducted?
No, you get what you pay for. If you are late for lessons, I will duly extend your next lesson.

- Do you teach children?
Yes, I was trained through Pedagogy to conduct lessons for children from as young as 5 years old. My youngest student to date is 8 years of age.

- Do you conduct lessons from home?
Preferably not, as the Garage has all the equipments required for my services.

- Should I bring my own guitar?
I encourage my students to use own instrument as it encourages familiarity with their instruments. I also habitually guide them on maintenance. However, should you find inconvenience in bringing your own, I will provide you with one.

- What about books and materials?
It will be provided for. Most of the time, the notes are handwritten myself.

- Can I just have one lesson?
Sure, you can always try for the one time trial lesson at a separate rate.

- What should I expect from my first lesson?
During your first lesson, it is best you bring your own guitar so I can do a setup for you at no cost and explain all its purpose and functions. This will also help you to understand further of what the guitar is all about and ensure a greater ability to learn. A lot of students needlessly suffer with guitars not properly set, in a long run, you will save lots of money than sending it to shops for minor jobs like re-string, intonation, string action, height, etc.

- I have prior experience and background. Can I skip certain components, which I feel that I already know?
Certainly, that is one of my main reasons of individual lessons because everyone is special and has their own specific demands.

- Am I too old to start?
My oldest student is in his 70`s and currently progressing distinctively well.

- What kind of songs do you teach?
Playing songs is merely one of the lesson components. All genres are taught except for classical.

- I am a working adult and I work shift. I cannot commit for regular lessons.
You can choose your timeslot to fit your schedule, however priority will be given to those with their regular time slots.

- What time am I to arrive for my lessons?
At least 15 minutes beforehand to warm up before lesson commences.

- What if I’m too occupied and unable to practice for my next lesson?
My advice is to POSTPONE the lesson.

- Should I start learning with acoustic guitar first?
I personally start straight on the electric guitar. The electric guitar has more options and varieties and basic fundamentals of playing the guitar can be applied on both acoustic and electric guitars.

- Do you repair or sell guitars?
Yes, I do repairs, to a certain extent, however most of my students will undergo the basic repair and maintenance in one of the lessons. No I do not sell guitars.

-So what are your hours like?
Weekdays 3pm to 9pm and 10am to 10 pm on weekends. However, flexibility is my priority.