Matthew Thornley
About
Hi, I teach virtual guitar lessons wherever you are! I have over 20 years experience touring nationally and internationally, as well as a recording and production history, including shows at Madison Square Garden, The Hollywood Bowl, and headline performances at Coachella, Lallapalooza and Glastonbury festivals among many, many others. Whether you’re a total beginner, or have been playing for years and just want to focus on specific skills or knowledge, I will create a flexible individual course for you which can evolve over time with your abilities and needs.
Teaching Style
Practical, adaptive and individually focused.
Curriculum
I assess each student individually and then develop a plan based their needs and goals as a musician. I believe ensuring a correct playing technique is the first step. Then introduce material in way that makes it relevant and applicable for the student. Theory is introduced through practical, hands on exercises that provide a sense of continuity and direction. Songs and practice pieces are explored to investigate the theory and techniques learned. Having an organized and methodical approach to the time spent practicing between lessons is extremely beneficial to a students progress.
Credentials & Affiliations
20+ years working professionally as a Musician and Recording Engineer.
International experience on stage, in the studio and on TV as part of Grammy winning band, LCD Soundsystem.