Learning guitar is a process, and after teaching guitar over the past 10 years, I have seen what works best, and how to motivate my students with a step-by-step process that gets you going. All of my students are offered a Customized Curriculum that is focused on getting you to achieve your goals in the shortest time possible.When you book lessons with me, it's basically a 1/2 hour lesson once a week at the same time, every week. I am unable to have a "flexible schedule", due to the amount of students I teach. For intermediate & advanced students I am available to do 1 hour lessons, once a week depending on time slot availability.In addition to your lessons, I also offer an " Open Jam" once a month for all of my students, which is absolutely FREE for all current students on the roster.
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- Songwriting, Piano, Guitar
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Virgil Mandanici
I have been playing guitar for over 33 years, but more importantly, I know how to teach others how to play using my Customized Curriculum Program for ages 10+ this is a truly unique program that you will not find anywhere else - you are benefiting from a well-laid out plan to help you get to where you want to go on guitar. And the best part is, I make it fun to learn!
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The Note
It's four in the morning, you take a look outside. The world is asleep, but not you. You've been up for days. 'Been waiting for the world to change, but it just stays the same. And you play it's game, but you realize, when it tells you lies. And you, you just bow your head in shame.
Reviews (12) Lazar
Aug 10, 2022
Mark C
Aug 10, 2022
I strongly recommend Virgil if you are serious about growing as a guitar player. Virgil’s approach to Guitar lessons blends understanding the fretboard roadmap, scale theory, discipline and development of individual style In your favorite genre. His lessons are well organized with excellent supplemental materials and backtracks. Look no more Virgil is your man.
Michelle Feldman
Aug 10, 2022
James Anderson
Jun 15, 2022
Charles Waterhouse
Nov 08, 2021
Dave Perez
Oct 10, 2021
For starters, I'm a 40 year old that never really learned how to play a guitar properly. I had minimal skill, if you could even call it that. My goal was to be able to play some songs for my friends and family. While I understand practice is the key to getting good on the guitar, Virgil guides you in a way that is custom tailored to your situation.
If you want him to take the lead, or you have your own idea of the direction you want to go, he will accommodate. I have learned things much quicker than I expected to, and it came as a pleasant surprise. I highly recommend giving him a shot if you're serious about learning.
If you want him to take the lead, or you have your own idea of the direction you want to go, he will accommodate. I have learned things much quicker than I expected to, and it came as a pleasant surprise. I highly recommend giving him a shot if you're serious about learning.
Jonathan Medina
Dec 06, 2020
Once upon a time, Virgil and I hung out for a bit after my lesson with him ended. During this time, he wound up showing me some of his favorite songs. When I asked him, "What does this song mean to you?" he responded, "This is the meaning of life." If you want to learn how to play guitar, I cannot recommend anyone or anything like I can lessons with Virgil Mandanici.
He's got an awesome sense of humor, a true gift with the guitar that he has honed for 47 years, and a passion for sharing this gift with others that makes it impossible not to feel inspired. He's a genuinely good guy who loves music and helping those of us who feel a need to be able to create and share something of our own with the world.
He's got an awesome sense of humor, a true gift with the guitar that he has honed for 47 years, and a passion for sharing this gift with others that makes it impossible not to feel inspired. He's a genuinely good guy who loves music and helping those of us who feel a need to be able to create and share something of our own with the world.
Tong Sun
Nov 11, 2020
I have been taking guitar lessons with Virgil over 9 months. I'm lucky to have him as my guitar teacher and mentor. He is knowledgable, professional, and funny. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to learn guitar, even if you are far from his studio (he offers online classes through Zoom, which is also great from my personal experience).
R. H.
May 18, 2020
Virgil is an exceptional guitar player, excellent at playing old style rock and has an amazing tone. He showed me alot and certainly throws his heart into teaching. I was sad to go. I had to leave town because circumstances warranted it. Would have kept taking lessons if I could of. I would recommend him to anyone looking to gain guitar skills he makes you remember. Thanks Virgil.
Evan Dix
Apr 21, 2020
Ankush Bikkasani
Feb 25, 2020
Virgil is a one of a kind teacher, in the sense that he is not afraid to tell a student when they are underperforming. Many teachers avoid making such comments for fear that the student may switch instructors or stop taking lessons, but not Virgil. He will constantly bring attention to your weaknesses. This is a hallmark of a great teacher, and something that is becoming increasingly hard to find in this day and age.
If you genuinely want to become proficient at playing an instrument, having someone to lay the hammer down and push you is required. Virgil's lessons offer nothing short of that. His passion for guitar and music is second to none.
If you genuinely want to become proficient at playing an instrument, having someone to lay the hammer down and push you is required. Virgil's lessons offer nothing short of that. His passion for guitar and music is second to none.
Erik Oliva
Apr 23, 2019
Ever since the first lesson I knew I made the right choice. From the get go Virgil will have you learning hands on the basics of chord structure and music theory which in no time at all translates into soloing, improvisational work, and potentially song covers. Before you know it you will be able to pull off wicked guitar techniques, playing your favorite songs, and even explore making and recording your own music. Virgil also does a great job of tailoring each lesson to the goals of the student, prioritizing understanding over perfection and ensuring you are never overwhelmed.
I can honestly say in the time I have spent learning with Virgil, I have seen not only a radical improvement in my playing but also in my understanding of the instrument as a whole.
I can honestly say in the time I have spent learning with Virgil, I have seen not only a radical improvement in my playing but also in my understanding of the instrument as a whole.
