Preludio Music Lessons

Preludio Music Lessons

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About

I like to see students grow taking a passion to make a dream a reality. My goal is to help students simplify the cycle of music and songs, develop a firm understanding for music theory, and rise to the next level of musicianship. These skills allow the student to learn and memorize material more easily, and to develop the confidence to perform live.

Music has been a long time passion for me, and nothing brings more joy than seeing an aspiring musician achieve success. My goal is share music and music theory to help the student easily learn, play and memorize music. Let's connect. The first lesson is free.


Highlights

Hired 5 times
1 employee
3 years in business
Serves Falls Church , VA
Offers online services

Payment methods

Cash, Check, Venmo, Zelle

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Specialties

Musical styles

Rock, Country, Blues, Folk, Recommendations available

Guitar style

Acoustic guitar, Ukulele, Recommendations available

Has instrument

Student who have a guitar

Years experience

No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years 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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    tessa C.

    I started taking lessons from Chris about two months ago as an absolute beginner and have seen a huge improvement over that time. Chris designs his lessons with a mix of standard/fundamental guitar exercises and songs of your choosing and its great working with a teacher who understands that practicing needs to be fun in order to make you want to keep learning. In addition to building lessons that make learning guitar fun, Chris also works with me to coordinate lessons around my already busy schedule. One of my biggest roadblocks to finally starting guitar lessons was finding a teacher who would be flexible on timing and work with me to build guitar into my life, and Chris has done a wonderful job coordinating with me to make lessons possible. Its been such a great experience to learn a new skill as an adult and I would 10/10 recommend lessons with Chris!
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    February 18, 2024

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    Emma A.

    I found Chris on lessons.com when I started my bass guitar journey. Before jumping into anything, he asked for background information before structuring lessons that would best fit my needs. I started working with Chris in the middle of September and I am so glad I was able to connect with someone who listens and encourages you to take an extra step when you may not feel confident to do so. Since working with Chris I have learned and gained an extraordinary amount of musical theory, playing by ear, and technical skills on the bass. He is an excellent teacher who is patient, kind and knowledgeable in this field. I highly recommend hiring Chris as either your bass guitar, guitar, or double bass teacher. Regardless of your age or skill level Chris will make sure that you are successful in your journey!
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    November 18, 2022
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    Michelle C.

    Chris is very patient and supportive of me as I continue to develop my guitar playing skills. He talks with me to understand what I am struggling with, and thinks through creative practice solutions to help me to work through the challenges. I have small hands and its at times challenging to get the fingerings to work, but he develops exercise routines for my hands to build their strength. He also has made guitar lessons fun by helping me to play songs that I am interested in learning.
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    December 01, 2021

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    Kathy G.

    I took guitar lessons with Chris a number of years ago. I appreciated the approach of teaching me how to play songs that I already knew, but did not know how to play. Using that method, I was able to self-correct more easily when I was practicing on my own. He balanced supporting me as a student while at the same time challenging me to get out of my comfort zone and take risks with my playing. This is especially helpful for students who tendency toward perfectionism. His skill as a musician inspired me to become better and keep practicing. I can say that I have been playing guitar for 30 years, and I attribute a great deal of that longevity to Chriss approach.
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    September 12, 2021

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    John H.

    When I was 13 years old, I joined a music group in Los Angeles. The Choir director in this group was a guitarist/bass player Chris Dugmore. Having already studied guitar for three years, Chris Dugmore took me under his wing and mentored me, expanded my knowledge of playing, and reading music to a whole different level. As the years progressed I wanted to take on bass playing, To which he had a fountain of knowledge, and taught me the subtle differences between the acoustic guitar and bass guitar.
    With this knowledge that Chris Dugmore imparted on me, my musical journey has expanded into playing, Not only string instruments, but brass instruments and woodwinds as well.
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    September 11, 2021

    Frequently asked questions

    First lesson is about getting to know you. Choose three songs you want to learn. Together we'll break down to song structure and use it as a beginning to understanding music and music theory. We'll cover ear training, intervals and rhythms. 

    I completed music theory and musicianship in the 1980s and sang at the 1984 opening and closing ceremonies of the Olympics. I directed choirs in Los Angeles in churches from 1984 to 1991. More recently, I've been playing and singing at farmers markets, micro breweries and  churches in northern Virginia. In addition I've been playing and study double bass. 

    Generally, I charge what I've seen being charged by others. If after the first lesson, you want to continue but can't afford the rate, please let me know. I'm happy to work with you.

    Initially, I started when I was studying music in school. I was playing in the school jazz band (Big Band sound) and orchestra. Lessons were mostly acoustic guitar and electric bass in the local community and church. It was really great to see young learners grow and develop a greater interest in music.

    I'll work with students of all ages.


    Services offered

    Guitar