Explore boldly.
Create freely.
Become a Note Native.
Beyond patterns. Follow your musical instincts.
Private lessons in guitar, improvisation, composition, and creative musicianship.
Whether you're seeking greater freedom on the instrument, a deeper understanding of music, or new ways to bring your ideas to life, lessons are tailored to your goals, interests, and musical curiosity.
Meet Marc
I'm a guitarist, composer, producer, music director, and educator based in NYC. My teaching draws from years of performing, composing, recording, and helping students develop a deeper relationship with music and the guitar.
What We Can Explore
Fluency
Fretboard Harmony, Modern and Traditional Guitar Techniques, Improvisation Strategies
Freedom
Musical Confidence, Cultivating Creativity, Understanding Theory as Observation
Forge
Composition Tools, Songwriting Philosophies, Approaches to Arrangement and Re-Harmonization
Testimonials
“He was very approachable and friendly, and his knowledge was vast. Through these 5 lessons, I learned invaluable and versatile exercises to improve my fretboard fluency, gained career insight, the importance and usefulness of chart reading for non jazz players, and of course found somebody to be a guitar nerd with. One of the most important things I think I gained from Marc's lessons was that I don't have to shame myself for not being the next Steve Vai . . . He showed me how to take the things I enjoy and expand on them in a way that keeps me learning and improving.”
— Galant B.
“Marc is able to dive deeply into any musical topic I bring to him and teach it in a way that feels approachable and easy to understand. I’ve worked with him for almost two years, and after every lesson I leave feeling more excited and inspired to keep playing. His passion for music is contagious, and he has given me both the direction and confidence to grow creatively across many different styles of music. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to expand both their playing ability and creativity on guitar.”
— David M.
“Marc is an incredible teacher! I first started taking lessons with him after over a decade of playing and he really helped me connect some of the missing pieces to my playing that I was looking for. He clearly has a deep knowledge and understanding of music and the guitar. And he’s able to communicate/demonstrate with clarity; even some of the more complicated ideas. Any time I feel myself looking for some extra help, Marc is the first person I reach out to. I’ve recommended him to some other musicians I know. I’d definitely recommend him to anyone else looking for lessons.”
— Sam M.
Get in Touch
Let's talk about where you are now and where you'd like your music to go.