Professional Music Instruction with
Individually Tailored Lessons
Acoustic Class of '23 ~ with the sun shining down we strummed our hearts out on a feast of Blues, Rock, Folk & Pop this summer
Lessons in Guitar & Music
Getting you to Understand Music and Play Guitar
better than you ever thought you could
As a music instructor I am passionate about what I do.
That passion is reflected in my engagement with students, and in the level of thought that goes into the preparation of every lesson. Whether it be with young learners or adults, that zeal for all things guitar is channeled into every lesson I teach.
Get the One-on-One Guidance & Feedback on your playing
that you've been looking for as you continue your
enduring Journey with the Guitar
~ happy to answer questions ~
Rik Shedden PhD ~ Music Educator 17 years & Lifelong Guitarist
Find me on Facebook: Rik Shedden Guitar
What People are Saying about
Rik Shedden Guitar
Entry-level to Advanced to Live Performance
If you're new to guitar I've got it covered. I excel in getting beginners up and running - adults and kids. I've lost count over the years of the number of
entry-level players I've shaped into confident guitarists, here in
Boston, and previously in Vancouver and Melbourne.
If you have some experience already, if you've pieced a lot of this together
but have fallen into a rut with your playing. Or if you're eager for more but still feel like you're on the outside looking in. I get it. When I was younger I spent years exploring on my own, slowing down vinyl, decoding TABs, getting pretty good. But without structure, I was finding too many dead ends,
too many unanswered questions.
I've got this. Taking years of formal education, I've streamlined
the whole process so as to support only what is applicable to real world soloing, only what makes practical sense for chord usage, only what music theory is necessary to help people understand the workable connections between the various elements of music. There's plenty here to keep people busy
for a good long while. What can I say, it's guitar ~ it's a part of life!
In-Person & Remote Guitar Instruction
In-Person & Remote Learning. I teach from my Acton home studio, but also online when convenient. Multi-camera setup with fretboard closeups clearly demonstrating finger positions and pick action. Whiteboard illustrations when needed. Lesson material forwarded via email.
"My 14 year old son Lucas was about to start electric guitar lessons with Rik when the pandemic hit the United States and we all went into quarantine. Rik offered online lessons and Lucas has been working with Rik online every week. It’s been wonderful ~ Joanna
Guitar Instruction with Two Distinct Focuses
Young Learners & Adult Learners
Young Learners
Curriculum-based learner-centered teaching focusing on chords, songs, strums, reading, performance & self-esteem.
Age group 6 - 8 ~ Seven levels
Age Group 9 - 14 ~ Six levels
Age Group 15+ ~ Three levels then Advanced
"Rik is a gem. He is a patient and kind teacher who has helped my daughter learn to play the guitar and feel good about it ~ Nanette
Acoustic Entry-level, Intermediate
& Advanced Learners
Explore the guitar at your own pace and with a selection of your favorite songs. I work with you to systematically build your chord voicings and right-hand technique, moving into barre chords and other fun stuff early.
"My lessons with Rik have far exceeded my expectations. I tried teaching myself to play the guitar on the internet and realized there was just no structure or direction ~ Larry
Electric Entry-level, Intermediate
& Advanced Learners
Already have a goal in mind – an open mic night, a blues jam with friends, to sit in with other musicians and hold your own? Great! It’s all totally doable. I'll get you there and show you the underlying structure that allows soloing to reflect the chords in a song in a way that you can apply to virtually any setting.
"I can honestly say that I am having a blast at every lesson. I wanted to learn more about guitar theory, soloing and to build my confidence to play in public and with friends ~ Rich
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GUITAR INSTRUCTION WITH A QUALIFIED TEACHER
One hour Adult Instruction
3/4 hour & half-hour Young Learners Instruction
In-person & Remote Lessons
Complimentary Introductory Lesson
Small Group lessons available
Give someone you know the gift of music -
Pre-Paid Guitar Lessons available