Matthew Michna
About
Recent graduate from Berklee College of Music in 2021 with a degree in Guitar Performance, 24 year old guitarist with 14 years of experience, has played with names including Bob Weir from the Grateful Dead, Greg Leisz, Vision Walker of Bob Marley and the Wailers, and many more. Currently working in the music industry tracking electric and acoustic guitar, and playing various shows around Los Angeles, California. Has been teaching guitar for over 10 years.
Teaching Style
I offer personalized, one-on-one guitar lessons designed to meet your specific needs and goals, to students of any age. Each session is tailored to your skill level, whether you're a complete beginner or an intermediate/advanced player. Here's what you can expect from my lessons:
Beginner's Delight: If you're just starting your guitar journey, fear not! I'll take you through the fundamentals, teaching you how to hold the guitar, strum basic chords, and develop a solid foundation. We'll progress at a comfortable pace, ensuring that you grasp each concept before moving forward.
Intermediate Advancement: For those with some guitar experience, we'll focus on expanding your repertoire, enhancing your technique, and exploring various musical styles. We can delve into lead playing, scales, improvisation, and chord progressions to help you develop your own unique sound.
Advanced Exploration: If you're an experienced guitarist looking to refine your skills, I'll provide advanced lessons tailored to your specific needs. We can dive deep into complex music theory, explore intricate guitar techniques, and work on mastering challenging songs.
Song Learning: One of the most exciting aspects of playing guitar is learning and performing your favorite songs. Share your musical preferences, and I'll help you dissect and play them with precision.
Curriculum
Tell me what you'd like to know, who you'd like to sound like, and we will go form there! Do you want to get better at soloing? Holding down a chord progression? Learning full songs? No matter what the task we will attack it and make you a better player!
Credentials & Affiliations
Played at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles with Bob Weir and the Wolf Brothers in October of 2022
Played hundreds of shows around the San Francisco Bay Area
Attended the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts and graduated with a double major in Guitar Performance and Songwriting with a minor in Music Produciton and Engineering
Musical credits and contributions include the trailer music to the new Marvel Black Panther: Wakanda Forever movie, artists like Bankroll Hayden, Mark Tuan, Ty Fontaine, and many more.