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Student's home I distinctly remember my first month of classes. I was a silent, shy 10-year-old who lacked any kind of confidence. Fast forward to 8 years later, I have performed as a part of a band in school during competitions and in college during exhibitions. Bit by bit, not only did Mr Naveen build an ardent guitarist but also instilled into me a good amount of music intuition which helps me significantly contribute as a band member. His teaching style is dynamic; he changes how and what he teaches depending on the student's interest and aptitude. In my case, I wasn’t ‘special’ in any way, so we followed The Mel-Bay series of books until I got a hang of how the guitar worked and then we moved on to a mix of the Trinity system and Mel-Bay. A few years later, I got bored of playing to a prescribed curriculum, so I asked him to teach me improvisation. Thereafter, I learnt music theory, composition and general advanced techniques in classes. Presently sitting about 800 km away from home, I do not get to attend classes anymore, but Mr Naveen is kind enough to remain in touch online and help with whatever questions I have, pertaining to music, performances etc. Over the last 8 years, not only did I learn how to play a musical instrument, but I also found a friend and mentor for life. Given the chance, I would gladly relive the 8 years of learning the instrument with the best guitar teacher I have ever met, Mr Naveen. P.S: To whoever reads this review, I humbly request you to stick with the instrument (and the instructor) and blindly trust the process, especially when you feel like giving up, as in my case, it took a LONG time before I could play the songs I wanted. Mr Naveen did not teach me any particular song; Instead, he gave me all the tools I needed to learn any song I like (which was difficult to grasp back then, because frankly nothing made sense). However, these tools are the reason I can significantly contribute during my band practices.
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Trinity College London 2016
Grade 5 Classical Guitar
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Grade 8 Classical Guitar
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National Public School, HSR Layout
Teachers Colony, HSR Layout, Bangalore
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Vibgyor high school
Hosa Rd Lakedew Residency- Phase 2, Haralur
D
Delhi Public School, Whitefield
Whitefield, Bangalore
Class Location
Online class via Zoom
Student's Home
Tutor's Home
Years of Experience in Guitar Classes
12
Genre of guitars taught
Classical, Acoustic
Age groups catered to
10 yrs to 15 yrs, Above 25 yrs, 16 yrs to 25 yrs
Type of classes
Individual classes, Group classes
Music genres taught
Western Classical, Rock & Roll, Jazz & Blues, Ukulele, Country Folk
Outcomes catered to
Formal training to earn certification for a particular music grade level, Learn specific skills: Plucking, Chord progression etc, Learn to play as an accompaniment to singing, Learn basics of playing a guitar
Ownership of equipment is compulsory
Yes
5 out of 5 3 reviews
Amrit Rajiv
Guitar Preferred class strength:Group classes
"I distinctly remember my first month of classes. I was a silent, shy 10-year-old who lacked any kind of confidence. Fast forward to 8 years later, I have performed as a part of a band in school during competitions and in college during exhibitions. Bit by bit, not only did Mr Naveen build an ardent guitarist but also instilled into me a good amount of music intuition which helps me significantly contribute as a band member. His teaching style is dynamic; he changes how and what he teaches depending on the student's interest and aptitude. In my case, I wasn’t ‘special’ in any way, so we followed The Mel-Bay series of books until I got a hang of how the guitar worked and then we moved on to a mix of the Trinity system and Mel-Bay. A few years later, I got bored of playing to a prescribed curriculum, so I asked him to teach me improvisation. Thereafter, I learnt music theory, composition and general advanced techniques in classes. Presently sitting about 800 km away from home, I do not get to attend classes anymore, but Mr Naveen is kind enough to remain in touch online and help with whatever questions I have, pertaining to music, performances etc. Over the last 8 years, not only did I learn how to play a musical instrument, but I also found a friend and mentor for life. Given the chance, I would gladly relive the 8 years of learning the instrument with the best guitar teacher I have ever met, Mr Naveen. P.S: To whoever reads this review, I humbly request you to stick with the instrument (and the instructor) and blindly trust the process, especially when you feel like giving up, as in my case, it took a LONG time before I could play the songs I wanted. Mr Naveen did not teach me any particular song; Instead, he gave me all the tools I needed to learn any song I like (which was difficult to grasp back then, because frankly nothing made sense). However, these tools are the reason I can significantly contribute during my band practices. "
Reply by Naveen
Thanks for the kind words amrit it was equally satisfying to teach you and see you grow.
Purushottam Kumar
Guitar Preferred class strength:Group classes
"I have been learning classical guitar lesson from Naveen sir from 2 year. I must say if you are serious with your learning then Naveen sir is a real gem for you. He has good knowledge and experience. He will be able to handle what ever your level is. Happy learning "
Reply by Naveen
Thanks for the kind words Purushothaman. It is always exciting to guide the curious mind.
Goutham Praveen Nair
Guitar Preferred class strength:Group classes
"The classes are really good and Naveen sir is a fun sir who covers all the fundamentals or basics to the songs u want to learn. The best guitar sir i've had. "
Reply by Naveen
Thanks for your kind words goutham.
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Class Location
Online class via Zoom
Student's Home
Tutor's Home
Years of Experience in Guitar Classes
12
Genre of guitars taught
Classical, Acoustic
Age groups catered to
10 yrs to 15 yrs, Above 25 yrs, 16 yrs to 25 yrs
Type of classes
Individual classes, Group classes
Music genres taught
Western Classical, Rock & Roll, Jazz & Blues, Ukulele, Country Folk
Outcomes catered to
Formal training to earn certification for a particular music grade level, Learn specific skills: Plucking, Chord progression etc, Learn to play as an accompaniment to singing, Learn basics of playing a guitar
Ownership of equipment is compulsory
Yes
5 out of 5 3 reviews
Amrit Rajiv
Guitar Preferred class strength:Group classes
"I distinctly remember my first month of classes. I was a silent, shy 10-year-old who lacked any kind of confidence. Fast forward to 8 years later, I have performed as a part of a band in school during competitions and in college during exhibitions. Bit by bit, not only did Mr Naveen build an ardent guitarist but also instilled into me a good amount of music intuition which helps me significantly contribute as a band member. His teaching style is dynamic; he changes how and what he teaches depending on the student's interest and aptitude. In my case, I wasn’t ‘special’ in any way, so we followed The Mel-Bay series of books until I got a hang of how the guitar worked and then we moved on to a mix of the Trinity system and Mel-Bay. A few years later, I got bored of playing to a prescribed curriculum, so I asked him to teach me improvisation. Thereafter, I learnt music theory, composition and general advanced techniques in classes. Presently sitting about 800 km away from home, I do not get to attend classes anymore, but Mr Naveen is kind enough to remain in touch online and help with whatever questions I have, pertaining to music, performances etc. Over the last 8 years, not only did I learn how to play a musical instrument, but I also found a friend and mentor for life. Given the chance, I would gladly relive the 8 years of learning the instrument with the best guitar teacher I have ever met, Mr Naveen. P.S: To whoever reads this review, I humbly request you to stick with the instrument (and the instructor) and blindly trust the process, especially when you feel like giving up, as in my case, it took a LONG time before I could play the songs I wanted. Mr Naveen did not teach me any particular song; Instead, he gave me all the tools I needed to learn any song I like (which was difficult to grasp back then, because frankly nothing made sense). However, these tools are the reason I can significantly contribute during my band practices. "
Reply by Naveen
Thanks for the kind words amrit it was equally satisfying to teach you and see you grow.
Purushottam Kumar
Guitar Preferred class strength:Group classes
"I have been learning classical guitar lesson from Naveen sir from 2 year. I must say if you are serious with your learning then Naveen sir is a real gem for you. He has good knowledge and experience. He will be able to handle what ever your level is. Happy learning "
Reply by Naveen
Thanks for the kind words Purushothaman. It is always exciting to guide the curious mind.
Goutham Praveen Nair
Guitar Preferred class strength:Group classes
"The classes are really good and Naveen sir is a fun sir who covers all the fundamentals or basics to the songs u want to learn. The best guitar sir i've had. "
Reply by Naveen
Thanks for your kind words goutham.
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