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Guitar Confidence provides private in-home guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, banjo and mandolin lessons throughout the East Bay including: Benicia, Berkeley, Clayton, Concord, Crocket, Danville, Dublin, Fairfield, Hercules, Lafayette, Livermore, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Pleasanton, San Ramon, Vallejo, & Walnut Creek, CA.

I am Rex founder and lead instructor at Guitar Confidence. I have over 40 years of experience as a musician, music instructor, arranger and performing artist. He has been a guitarist in San Francisco Bay Area and New York City recording and performing with artists such as Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, Sammy Davis Jr., Paul Simon, Michael Jackson, Wild Cherry, The Drifters, Tammy Wynette, Jackson Brown, The Pointer Sisters, Tower of Power and many others.

My main motive behind starting Guitar Confidence is one and one thing only and that is to provide the gift of the guitar to as many people as possible by teaching them how to play guitar. Nowadays people with their busy life schedule do not find time to learn guitar and give up even before starting it. There was a time when the ability to play a musical instrument was considered an essential part of an individual’s basic education. But by 2000s, electronic diversions like music-playback machines and video games like Guitar Hero and Rock Band series made the effort of mastering an actual musical instrument somewhat less appealing. However, as of today, there are more than 80 million musicians residing in the United States.

I have designed two different guitar teaching systems for beginners and accomplished guitar players. Whether you just want to play for pleasure or want to learn guitar I will help you with your dream and provide you with one to one tuition. Guitar Confidence’s mobile guitar instructors come to you to give you personal one-on-one lessons in the privacy of your own home.

I believe that music is a great force which can bring people together and create international peace, love, and brotherhood. So add music to your life by learning to play a musical instrument and stay happy.

If you think that you are like most other guitar players who sometimes feel frustrated with their guitar playing. Well, let me tell you that mastering how to play a guitar takes a lot of time, energy and effort. It may look like a huge mountain to climb to reach the highly advanced levels of guitar playing. And the best thing is that people who attempt to climb that mountain will achieve it. All you need it to be truly determined to reach these goals, then you certainly reach the top of the mountain.

One of the major reasons why so few people become great guitarists is not because they lack talent, but rather due to not knowing all the things they need to do or practice to reach their goal. Guitar learners usually have more than enough things to practice but struggle most with creating an overall plan to get them the result they are looking for.

Moving your guitar playing ability from wherever it is right now to where you have always dreamed of can be achieved. For this you must join a guitar learning institution and have a well-structured guitar practice regimen is a key first step to do this.

I guess you have heard this before, so why am I speaking about it? This is because many guitar learners have misconceptions that having an efficient and effective practice schedule can achieve them what they are looking for. But the fact is along with a practice schedule you will also require a good instructor, who understand your guitar playing skills and guide you accordingly. Combination of these two can work wonders!

I am Rex founder and lead guitar instructor at Guitar Confidence. I am a guitarist and a guitar trainer with over 40 years of experience as a musician, music instructor, arranger and performing artist. I have been a guitarist in San Francisco Bay Area and New York City recording and performing with artists such as Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, Sammy Davis Jr., Paul Simon, Michael Jackson, Wild Cherry, The Drifters, Tammy Wynette, Jackson Brown, The Pointer Sisters, Tower of Power and many others.

My main motive behind starting Guitar Confidence is one and one thing only and that is to provide the gift of guitar to as many people as possible by teaching them how to play guitar. Now-a-days people with their busy life schedule do not find time to learn guitar and give up even before starting it. The best part of Guitar Confidence is that it will provide you in-home guitar, bass, ukulele, banjo, and mandolin lessons throughout the East Bay including San Ramon. Guitar Confidence covers over 30 cities in the East Bay area; including San Ramon, Benicia, Berkeley, Clayton, Concord, Crocket, Danville, Dublin, Fairfield, Hercules, Lafayette, Livermore, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Pleasanton, Vallejo, & Walnut Creek, CA.

I have designed two different guitar teaching systems for beginners and accomplished guitar players. Whether you just want to play for pleasure, or want to learn guitar I will help you with your dream and provide you with one to one tuition. Guitar Confidence’s mobile guitar instructors come to you to give you personal one-on-one lessons in the privacy of your own home.

Practice consistently, musically and mindfully and take good care of your guitar!

“Nothing sexier than a person who can sing and play guitar”

Guitar is one of the most popular and widely used instruments. Below is a list of reasons why guitar is the best instrument to play.

Guitar is very expressive

Whatever hidden talent or personality you have, the guitar will bring it out, with your soul oozing through your fingertips in the form of bends, slides, and slurs. It will express yourself or rather you will be able to express yourself to others when you play guitar

Guitar is a stress reliever

Music can free yourself from stress, whether it’s your boss or neighbours that give you anguish, grabbing your guitar or any other musical instrument can help relieve stress. Playing guitar improves your focus, all your energy and focus gets concentrated on one and one thing only the instrument and the music it produces, relieving you from your everyday pressure. So, if you are looking to escape from your day to day pressures then you should learn guitar today.

Guitar is versatile

Guitar is a very versatile instrument, which suits each and every occasion. One you want to be Nick Drake, while on another day you would want to be Kerry King. You can be whoever you want and play whatever you want. The same guitar will fit all occasion.

Guitar looks awesome

Well definitely when you strap on a guitar you will feel yourself imbued with outlaw cool. When you hit a power chord it sends a tidal wave of pheromones splashing through the venue. It will make you look cool and make you the centre of attraction.

Guitar is portable

Unlike many musical instruments which are difficult to carry, guitar can be carried to anywhere with ease. You can easily pack it and carry it everywhere unlike a drummer or a pianist.

So, if you want to learn this musical instrument then give guitarconfidence.com a call. Guitar Confidence’s founder Rex will give you personal one-on-one lessons. He has been doing mobile guitar lessons for many years. Rex has over 40 years of experience as a musician, music instructor, arranger and performing artist. Guitar Confidence provides private in-home or studio guitar & banjo lessons throughout the East Bay including: Benicia, Berkeley, Clayton, Concord, Crocket, Danville, Dublin, Fairfield, Hercules, Lafayette, Livermore, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Pleasanton, San Ramon, Vallejo, & Walnut Creek, CA.

As we enter December and move towards the period of Christmas, we always look out for deals, offers, and discounts on gifts for our friends and family, and sometimes the odd treat for ourselves. The best time to find such deals is Black Friday when almost all provide great deals and offers.

As we are entering into that time of year when offers and deals are in full swing, guitarconfidence.com brings you another great Black Friday offer. Here is your Black Friday opportunity to present your special ones with Holiday Specials & Gift Certificates on Guitar & Banjo Lessons. So, if you are wondering what to give that special person in your life, why not gift him or her Holiday Specials & Gift Certificates (Guitar, Ukulele, Banjo or Mandolin). Moreover, if you yourself love music then why not gift yourself this Black Friday Special offer!

Time works a little differently at Guitar Confidence, meaning Black Friday has come early and will last until 25^th of December 2017. So, buy our annual Black Friday Package at 60% Discount! Which ends on Dec 25. Below are package details:

• Get package worth $275 for just $150
• Six 30-minute private Guitar lessons
• Gift envelop with 6 gift certificates (30 mins guitar lesson for each certificate)
• Two free Guitar, Ukulele, Banjo or mandolin method books valued at $50 retail

So how and where can I avail this offer?

Guitar Confidence covers over 30 cities in the East Bay and South Bay areas; including Benicia, Berkeley, Clayton, Concord, Crocket, Danville, Dublin, Fairfield, Hercules, Lafayette, Livermore, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Pleasanton, San Ramon, Vallejo, & Walnut Creek, CA. If you are planning to learn instruments, then this is the best time to start your lessons as you automatically become eligible for our “Black Friday Guitar Lessons Special” offer! All you have to do is visit our website, click the Offer’s section, and book your training sessions.

What instruments do you teach?

We provide lessons for Guitar, Ukulele, Banjo and Mandolin. We are confident that you will find our unique teaching style and vast experience perfect for taking your learning skills to the next level.  And, if you are located in the Greater East Bay Area, you have the option of having your lesson in the convenience of your own home! That is we will come to your home and provide private in-home guitar, banjo, ukulele, and mandolin lessons.

Who will be my instructor?

Our master trainer Mr. Rex Lee Bell, Rex has over 40 years of experience as a musician, music instructor, arranger and performing artist. He has been a guitarist in San Francisco Bay Area and New York City recording and performing with artists such as Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, Sammy Davis Jr., Paul Simon, Michael Jackson, Wild Cherry, The Drifters, Tammy Wynette, Jackson Brown, The Pointer Sisters, Tower of Power and many others. His formal education was at Berklee College of Music, Boston MA where he majored in music arranging & composition. Mr. Bell studied classical guitar at New England Conservatory, Boston MA. He has studied under musical greats, e.g., Ron Parker, Harry Lahee, George Barrey, Warren Nunes, Don Haas and Judy Davis.

Rex’s guitar teaching system is great for beginners and accomplished guitar players. So, what are you waiting, grab this offer till it lasts and enjoy the music of guitar!

Getting your first guitar is somewhat exciting. When you pick it up and strum, you need to take in whatever you can—notes, chords, scales, twists, slides, every last bit of it, everything!— as quick as you would so be able to you can amaze loved ones with your ability.

In their zeal to learn to play, however, many beginning guitarists encounter potential stumbling blocks that, if not addressed, can hinder progress or halt it altogether.

Regardless of your ability level, it’s critical to assess your playing style now and then to ensure you have great practice propensities before you lose track of what’s most important.

Take a look at our list of things any guitarist should learn right away:

1. Guitar Anatomy

Before you figured out how to drive an automobile, you were educated about every one of the handles, knobs, and gears. Same runs with figuring out how to play guitar.

Before you can start playing, you need to know where everything is and what everything does.

It’s a visual anatomy of all the components for both acoustic and electric guitars. We recommend looking for something like this to fully understand how everything works.

2. How to Hold a Guitar

This may appear to be rudimentary, yet if you’ve never sat down with a guitar, you may feel completely lost. Figuring out how to hold a guitar legitimately by situating your left hand on the neck and right hand over the soundhole are the basics to making the ideal sound out of your guitar.

3. How to Tune a Guitar

Before you play anything on your guitar, ensure the instrument is in order. You can purchase a tuner or utilize the Guitar Tricks’ online tuner.

Check and double check your tuning, and then recheck it after you’ve been playing awhile. And if you don’t know how to tune the guitar by ear yet, make it a goal to learn how to do so as soon as possible.

4. How to Hold a Pick

Suppose you’re entirely new to learning how to play guitar, the pick is the small plastic tool used to strum the strings on the guitar. Picks are super cheap and are super easy to lose. So grab a bunch!

The basic rule is: Place the pick between the tip of your first finger and your thumb. Of course, you’ll figure out your specific holding style once you get into the groove of playing.

There are various styles of picks ranging from thin to thick. We recommend starting with a smaller pick as they are much more forgiving for the beginner player.

5. How to Read Tabs and Chords

The best way to learn guitar chords is slowly — very slowly at first.

Reading tabs and chords are very simple. Don’t rush, because it takes an age for your fingertips to shape the chords and find the right frets.

Keep things that slow until you’ve perfected that chord. You can download and use various online Apps available – they listen to you while you play and corrects when you play chords wrong.

The last thing we would suggest is if you tend to have more extended sessions (anything over 30 minutes) try and have a break every 5-10 minutes for beginners. A break can be a 5-minute change of exercise or song or an actual break.

Love it or leave it. But remember, when you learn it, you really can’t unlearn it. Best of luck!!

Want to know more about Electric Guitar? Or want to learn how to play guitar? Then visit GuitarConfidence.com, enroll yourself and learn to play guitar!

Guitar Confidence provides private in-home guitar lessons throughout the East Bay including Benicia, Berkeley, Clayton, Concord, Crocket, Danville, Dublin, Fairfield, Hercules, Lafayette, Livermore, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Pleasanton, San Ramon, Vallejo, & Walnut Creek, CA.