Yoav Shlomov
About
I'm Yoav Shlomov — a jazz guitarist, composer, and educator based in Tel Aviv. I hold a BFA in Jazz Performance from The New School (New York) and teach guitar with a focus on jazz, improvisation, and musicality for students who want real progress — not just tabs.
My approach blends ear training, repertoire, and practical improvisation so you sound like yourself faster. I work with beginners through advanced players, and I'm comfortable teaching online across time zones.
Teaching Style
Lessons are conversational and goal-oriented. We start from where you are — songs you love, technical blocks, or jazz vocabulary — then build a clear weekly practice plan. I emphasize listening, phrasing, and making theory useful on the instrument. Expect demos, play-along, and honest feedback.
Curriculum
Typical path: fundamentals & time feel → chord vocabulary & voice leading → improvisation over standards → transcription & personal style. Flexible for rock/pop students who want stronger theory and soloing.
Credentials & Affiliations
Education: BFA in Jazz Performance, The New School (New York) — studied with Jason Lindner, Reggie Workman, and Omer Avital.
Performance & professional experience: Performed at the Red Sea Jazz Festival (Eilat, Israel) and held recurring residencies at Beit HaAmudim, a leading Tel Aviv jazz club. Released original music as a bandleader on Spotify and streaming platforms. Composed and produced original scores to picture, including a corporate film for ICL (Israel Chemicals), plus remote session guitar and film/game scoring work.
Teaching experience: Years of private guitar and jazz instruction, online and in person, with beginner through advanced students across jazz, improvisation, harmony, and ear training.