Van Jackson-Weaver, Music Lessons

Van Jackson-Weaver, Music Lessons

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About

I am an independent musician with a diverse background in classical pedagogy and contemporary music in both the experimental and pop realms. I am interested in helping students of diverse musical backgrounds and proclivities develop skills that pertain to the modern musical landscape. My proficiencies include instrumental performance, audio engineering, Ableton Live, Max/MSP, analog and digital synthesis, music theory, and the history of Western Music. I have been performing music on stage since my early teens, from rock to pop to classical to experimental and electronic.

I have maintained my own private teaching studio since 2010, and held a position as Guitar Instructor at Clayton Valley Charter High School in Concord, CA from January 2015 - May 2018. I have experience as a live sound engineer and as an event coordinator.

I hold a Bachelor of Music degree in Classical Guitar Performance from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, obtained in 2010, and a Master of Fine Arts degree in Electronic Music and Recording Media from Mills College, obtained in 2020.


Highlights

1 employee
14 years in business
Serves Berkeley , CA
Offers online services

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Specialties

Musical styles

Rock, Country, Blues, Jazz, Folk, Classical, Recommendations available

Guitar style

Acoustic guitar, Electric guitar, Ukulele, Banjo, Recommendations available

Has instrument

Student who have a guitar, Student who don't have a guitar, but are planning to purchase one

Years experience

No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience, 2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience

Able to read music

Students who can read music staff, Students who can read guitar tabs, Students who cannot read music

Lesson length

30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes

Student's age

Under 5 years old, 5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

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    Frequently asked questions

    I have skills in a variety of musical fields so the first step is to ascertain the student's area of interest and level of experience. Based on what the student is trying to accomplish, we will design a course of action together that is tailored to each individual students needs.

    I hold a Bachelor of Music degree in Classical Guitar Performance from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, obtained in 2010, and a Master of Fine Arts degree in Electronic Music and Recording Media from Mills College, obtained in 2020.

    I have taught students ranging in age from 6 to 60, from total beginners to advanced players who are looking to sharpen aspects of their technique or learn new skills; for example classical performers who want to learn computer music techniques or digital recording.


    Services offered

    Guitar
    Drum
    Bass Guitar
    Music Theory
    Audio Production
    Synthesizer