Providing the Highest Qualits in the Peninsula for the Residents of
Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Mountain View, Los Altos, Redwood City & Bey
650 324 2373

 


 

 

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*Two Locations in Palo Alto*
305 N. California Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301
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220B University Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301

650 324 2373
Info@NewMozartSchool.Com

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TESTIMONIALS

"I am a singer who has performed...at the New York Metropolitan Opera for the past 10 years...I have spent a lot of time in music classes for my young daughters, and The New Mozart School of Music is absolutely unique in its approach to teaching music to young children...We are so fortunate to have this amazing school in our community." -Malin F. Walrod-

"Obvious musical talents aside, our teacher is remarkably patient, compassionate, and creative when it comes to teaching. ...We are so glad we found New Mozart. We refer all of our friends to New Mozart." -Stephanie L.-

"This has been one of the most important activities my daughter has participated in over the past year which has contributed positively to her overall self-esteem, love for music and development of her internal understanding of her own creativity and imagination." -Jean C.-




 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

650 324 2373

Info@NewMozartSchool.Com

Guitar Lessons at NMSM
(two convenient Palo Alto locations)

New to guitar lessons? Click here to read out article on What to Look for in Guitar & Electric

 


New Mozart Guitar Students performing at the June 12th. 2010 Recital

 

Our private guitar lessons include acoustic, electric and bass guitar. We have an excellent guitar teaching staff and teach guitar lessons in everything from rock to jazz, classical to pop, Spanish to chording. Many of our teachers actively perform in bands. Our guitar teachers have university training so they know the proper theory and technique no matter if a student is interested in metal or in classical. Guitar lessons at our schools are enhanced by the opportunity of learning how to jam with other musicians in a rock band setting or how to perform solo in one of our recitals. No matter what type of guitar lessons you are interested in, we have the teachers to help you. Typically a student would be 7 before starting guitar lessons, due to their hand size, but some younger students start with a junior sized guitar.

 

More Video Clips


New Mozart student Dillon Scheel
playing at the Winter Recital 2009


New Mozart student Richard Wilson
performing at the Year End Recital, June 2009


New Mozart students performing at the Winter Recital 2008

 

 

What is a good age to start guitar lessons?
Guitar is easier for children who are at least 7 years old. It takes a lot of strength in the wrists as well as the fingers to be able to push down the strings. Some children can become frustrated if they are too young. If your child is younger and is persistent in wanting to play the guitar, you should ease them into it by introducing the piano first. This really is the best instrument to start on, and it will help your child when he does transfer to the guitar. We also recommend our Harmony Road program which starts at age 2.

As a beginner, should I be using an electric or acoustic guitar?
The acoustic and electric guitar have many similarities. Electric guitars are generally much easier to play than acoustic guitars. The strings are lighter, and easier to press down. The sore fingers that many novices experience when learning on an acoustic guitar, generally are not nearly as much of an issue when learning on electric guitar.

Electric guitars have a different role in music than acoustic guitars. Whereas acoustic guitars are often used to strum chords to many songs, electrics are used to play "guitar leads" as well as chords. They each have advantages and disadvantages to the beginner. It is easier to learn to fingerpick on an acoustic. Barre chords and power chords are easier to learn on an electric. Most people learn how to strum the acoustic, but rarely take the time to explore the many styles and sounds that it is capable of. Because of the nature of the electric guitar, many beginners learn power chords and then little else. And when the acoustic player gets his first electric, he tends to play it like an acoustic. And vice versa. So which is better? The one you desire to play would be the better one for you!

Note to parents! When choosing a guitar for your child. Try to realistically assess what they'd like best, as opposed to what you'd like them to play. Their progress will be noticeably better when playing a guitar they like.

Remember! Keeping your guitar out of the case, in plain view at all times, is tremendously important - you'll find yourself playing MUCH more. If you decide on an electric guitar, you might even consider leaving the cord in the guitar, plugged into the amplifier. That way, you can simply pick up the guitar, flick the amp on, and begin playing.

 

 

We understand that you may have lots of questions regarding guitar & electric bass lessons at New Mozart.

Call us at 650 324 2373 or email us @ Info@NewMozartSchool.com.

We look forward to talking with you soon!

 

Musically yours,

The New Mozart Office Team

 

 

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"Lean your body forward slightly to support the guitar against your chest, for the poetry of the music should resound in your heart."
Andre Segovia

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