I am a professional guitarist and dedicated educator with over seven years of teaching experience, working with students of all ages and levels—children, teenagers, and adults; complete beginners through to advanced players. Alongside teaching, I maintain an active performing schedule across the Netherlands and Europe, both as a bandleader and as a supporting musician. Staying active on stage keeps my musicianship sharp and my stylistic awareness broad, and it allows me to bring fresh inspiration and real-world musical insight into every lesson.
I hold a Master’s degree in Jazz Guitar Performance (Codarts Rotterdam, 2023) and have developed my teaching approach through years of working in music schools, private lesson settings, and ensemble contexts. My goal is always the same: to help each student build a strong foundation, make steady progress, and enjoy the process—because playing guitar should remain fun, motivating, and meaningful.
I teach in Dutch, French, and English, and I enjoy working with students from a wide range of backgrounds. Whether your goal is to play songs at home, join a band, develop improvisation skills, prepare for auditions, or deepen your understanding of music, I tailor every lesson to your level, personality, and musical interests.
A Personal, Structured Approach
Every student is different. Some want clear structure and step-by-step guidance; others learn best through songs, creativity, and exploration. My job is to find the right balance for you.
In the first lesson, we take time to clarify:
- your current level (even if you’re not sure yourself)
- your musical goals and preferred styles
- what motivates you and what you find challenging
- how you can practice efficiently between lessons
From there, I build a clear path forward. Lessons are focused and personalised, with the right amount of challenge—without stress or pressure. You’ll always leave with practical material to work on, and a better understanding of how to practice.
Styles & Instruments
I teach electric and acoustic guitar across many styles, including:
Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues, Funk, Soul, Fusion, Classical, World, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences.
Students are welcome to bring their own repertoire—songs, solos, pieces, or band material—and we can build lessons around the music you love.
I also teach bass guitar and ukulele, and I can support students who play in ensembles or bands (timing, role awareness, communication, and performance preparation).
What We Can Work On
1) Beginners: building a solid foundation
If you’re starting from zero (or feel stuck in the basics), we focus on the essentials that make everything easier later:
- comfortable posture and efficient hand position
- holding the guitar properly (with relaxation and control)
- chord shapes, smooth chord changes, and strumming patterns
- simple riffs and melodies
- timing and rhythm: learning to play with a steady pulse
- reading chord diagrams and tablature (and notation if you want)
- learning your first songs in a clear, enjoyable way
My priority is to help beginners sound musical quickly—while developing healthy habits that prevent frustration and tension.
2) Technique: playing with control, sound, and confidence
Technique is not about playing fast—it’s about playing well, with freedom and a good sound. Together we can work on:
- clean fretting and accurate articulation
- right-hand control: picking technique, dynamics, tone production
- alternate picking, economy picking, and string-crossing strategies
- legato (hammer-ons / pull-offs), slides, bends, vibrato
- fingerstyle basics or advanced fingerstyle coordination
- hybrid picking (pick + fingers)
- muting techniques (especially important for rock/funk and clean playing)
- speed development in a healthy, tension-free way
We always work with musical context: technique is trained through grooves, riffs, and real pieces—not isolated exercises only.
3) Rhythm & groove: the skill that makes you sound professional
Good rhythm is one of the biggest differences between “playing notes” and making music. In lessons we can focus on:
- internal timing and steady pulse
- counting and understanding rhythmic subdivisions (8ths, 16ths, triplets)
- syncopation, accents, and feel
- playing with a metronome in a musical way
- playing with backing tracks and learning to lock in
- groove guitar: funk rhythm, muting/ghost notes, tight chord rhythms
- stylistic feels: straight, swing, shuffle, Latin-inspired patterns
Whether you want to accompany singers, play in a band, or improvise convincingly—rhythm is a superpower.
4) Music theory, clearly explained and immediately usable
Theory should never feel abstract or overwhelming. I teach theory as a practical tool to:
- understand what you are playing
- learn songs faster
- improvise more freely
- communicate with other musicians
Depending on your level, we can work on:
- chord construction: triads, seventh chords, extensions
- chord progressions and functional harmony (pop and jazz contexts)
- keys, intervals, and transposition
- scales and modes (and when to use them musically)
- arpeggios and chord tones for clearer melodic lines
- mapping the fretboard with logic instead of memorisation
- voicings and accompaniment choices (making chords sound richer and more professional)
5) Improvisation: finding your own voice
Improvisation can be learned in a structured, enjoyable way. Whether you are completely new to soloing or already experienced, we can work on:
- improvising with simple tools (even as a beginner)
- creating phrases that sound musical—not like scale runs
- rhythm in soloing: space, accents, and groove
- building vocabulary in your chosen style (blues/rock/jazz/funk/etc.)
- targeting chord tones to make your solos sound connected to the harmony
- guide tones and voice-leading (especially useful in jazz)
- improvising over blues forms, pop progressions, modal grooves, jazz standards
- developing confidence for jams, rehearsals, and performance
The aim is to help you improvise with clarity, personality, and control—step by step.
6) Repertoire: songs, pieces, and performance preparation
You’re always welcome to bring music you love. In repertoire-focused lessons we can work on:
- learning songs efficiently (how to break them down)
- improving sound and feel: dynamics, articulation, phrasing
- simplifying difficult parts without losing musical quality
- playing intros, endings, fills, and variations
- solo interpretation (especially for jazz and blues)
- preparing for performances, recitals, auditions, recordings, or band gigs
- building a setlist and developing consistency
7) Reading, ear training & musicianship
These skills help you become independent and confident as a musician:
- reading tablature fluently
- reading rhythm notation properly
- learning standard notation (optional, from beginner to advanced)
- playing from chord charts / lead sheets
- basic to advanced sight-reading (for students who want it)
- ear training: hearing intervals, chord qualities, and progressions
- transcribing riffs or solos (learning directly from recordings)
- learning to find melodies and chords by ear
These areas can be included gradually, depending on your goals.
8) Composition, arranging & creativity
If you want to write your own music or develop ideas, we can explore:
- writing chord progressions and melodies
- creating grooves and textures
- arranging songs for solo guitar
- improvisation as a tool for composition
- building intros, endings, and variations
- developing your musical identity and sound
9) Ensemble and band coaching (optional)
For students who play with others, I can help with:
- playing your role in the band (supporting, leading, reacting)
- timing and communication in rehearsals
- preparing parts and being reliable
- comping (accompaniment) choices
- building confidence in group performance
Support Beyond Playing
Because I work with students in real-life settings (music schools, ensembles, performance preparation), I also support practical aspects when needed, including:
- practice planning and motivation strategies
- troubleshooting obstacles (stuck points, lack of direction, tension, inconsistency)
- basic instrument care advice (strings, setup issues, reliability)
Who My Lessons Are For
My lessons work well for:
- complete beginners who want friendly, structured guidance
- intermediate players who feel stuck and want clear progress
- advanced students who want deeper improvisation, theory, technique, and repertoire
- students preparing for performances, auditions, exams, or conservatory entrance
Above all, lessons are for people who want to grow musically—at their own pace, in a supportive and focused environment.
Ready to Start?
If you are looking for a qualified, enthusiastic teacher who takes your goals seriously and helps you progress with clarity and enjoyment, I would love to work with you.
Feel free to get in touch to book a first lesson or to discuss your goals.
Seb Wrincq 