Sanjay is offering guitar lessons through No. Va. Community College, Annandale campus and Alexandria campus.
To sign up for lessons
1. Register for applied music-strings course number 165 (01)
for 25 minute lessons or (02) for 50 Minute lessons either on
line or in person. http://www.nvcc.edu
Music Majors please note- if guitar is your primary instrument
you will need 4 semesters of 50 minute lessons to graduate.
2. E-mail jfay@nvcc.edu if registering through Annandale or
call Dr. Robert Petrella at the Alexandria campus if registering
there (703.845.6252) and let them know you would like to be on
Sanjay's roster.
Please CC lessons@mishra.net
FEES
lesson fees are $50 and $25 for 50/25 minutes payable by the semester. Make yur check to AKAR MUSIC INC. or you may pay cash.
At the first lesson , time/place TBA, a check or cash payment for 15 lessons for $750 (50 minute lessons) or $375 (25 minute lessons) is due.
Or you can split the payment in which case you will pay $375 at the first lesson (50 Min) or $190 (25 Min) and the balance on the 7th lesson.
Please mark these dates on your calendar and bring a check or cash in an envelope so the subject of money does not have to be brought up
Cancellation Policy
If you miss a class you forfeit it. in case of an emergency
teacher at his discretion and availability may do a make up lesson.
If teacher misses a class a make up lesson will be scheduled at
your convenience. Please make sure teacher has your Email address
by sending an Email to lessons@mishra.net
If you want to be in a classroom situation you can sign up for the course GUITAR THEORY AND PRACTICE at The ANNANDALE CAMPUS ONLY (course number 163) offered on mon and wed from 3:30-5:00 and from 7PM-8.30PM . Classes are typically between 15-20 students so you will not get individual attention like in a private lesson.
Sanjay also at teaches on a limited basis (Tuesday only) at Del Ray Music in Del Ray, Alexandria, VA.
Please call them at 703-548-2321 to check availability or email info@acousticaxis.com and let them know you are looking to get a time with Sanjay. price is $45 for 45 minutes. Cc: lessons@mishra.net on all emails please.
recommended - on line links are to amazon. but you can check with your favorite store as well
1. TUNER - REQUIRED.
Metronome preferred but optional for beginners. For advanced students
a metronome is a must for its manifold benefits.
Intellitouch PT-1 -with backlight and the best one they make
intellitouch
PT 2-Light version of above costs less
intellitouch
-different model provides an alternative but some have a buzzing
sound issue
costs less-the Crafter tuner some of these also make a buzzing noise when the bass strings are played loud.
All these tuners work on vibration and are
the most reliable available at a reasonable price from about 27-60
the most expensive one being the best and first on the list.
these tuners are far superior to the "credit card" style
tuners which should be avoided unless playing an electric (if
they have a direct in jack)
2. BOOKS
Learning to read music- for beginners
Kodaly method-excellent and easy to understand
along with Practical Theory by Sandy Feldstein
for learning notes on guitar (available at most stores. on-line links below also required if you are taking the class at Annandale)
(Hal Leonard Method) Basic book teaches you notes but the songs are boring Book 1 for novices and 2 and 3 for those who can already read in the first position
more interesting songs (works with book above)
for classical guitar
Aaron Shearer Method Volume 2 is required . try to buy all three volumes if possible. All 3 volumes required for guitar majors studying with Sanjay at NOVA.
for jazz players
William
Levitt-A modern method for guitar
For fingerpickers
those of you who feel discouraged because you have convinced yourself you are not talented please read these quotes on TALENT.
Advanced Theory Books
Harmony - Walter Piston (Norton)
Orchestration - Walter Piston (Norton)
On the sensation of Tone- Dr. Herman Helmholtz
Jazz theory-Mark Levine
Jamie Abersold Play along Cds (120 total)
Sanjay's home page is mishra.net
