Taking Guitar Lessons

Webcam Lessons A Great Success!
Jane Perry Gains New Understanding of How to Practice Guitar!

Jane Perry is taking bi-weekly webcam lessons with Jamie.....

"I feel fortunate to have discovered a way to take lessons with Jamie
even though I am miles away from Woodstock, NY up here in Maine!

Webcam lessons have provided me that opportunity. It is (almost) as good as being in the same room! I find we can both change the angle of the camera to achieve a specific perspective or, to move in closer, so that I can understand exactly what Jamie is talking about at any given point in the lesson, and she can accurately assess what I am doing.

I have never been made so aware of exactly where my fingers are supposed to be and where the tension is that I need to eliminate. I look forward to each lesson and feel that if I am willing to put in the time and focus I will be able to overcome the obstacles that were holding me back in my playing."

Jane Perry
Vassalboro, Maine

Message from Jamie: Even though I have had requests for webcam lessons for many years, I was always reluctant to do them. I really did have doubts as to the effectiveness of them, and also wondered whether I would enjoy working with a student that way.

Well, I am glad I always make a habit of testing my assumptions! After having done a good number of them with a variety of students I have been very pleasantly surprised, even amazed, at how effective they are. I have found that my ability to spot the problems with a students technique, to analyze the problem, and to prescribe the cure is virtually unhindered by the long distance aspect of the lessons. I guess I have been doing this a long time!

It has been extremely gratifying for me to be able to work with people who would otherwise not be able to deal with the logistics of traveling for lessons. I am now convinced of the great benefit to the student, and so I feel I can get behind the idea of webcam instruction with me without reservations.

In addition to diagnosing student problems, I find there is a great benefit by the simple fact of contact with the student. I am able to observe their practice, and find the flaws in their understanding of correct practice. It can save the student years of frustration.

Also, I can lay out the proper next step tailored to their situation for the achievement of their goals. I can then help them craft a practice schedule and strategy that really brings results, replacing the usual haphazard, lopsided, or disorganized approach many use. I look forward to meeting many more students in webcam lessons. For more information and to schedule a lesson, please contact Geraldine.