The First Lesson
Chris starts by getting to know you — your goals, your current level, the music you love, and what's been frustrating you. You leave with a clear plan and something concrete to practice right away.
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One instructor. One student. One direction: real, measurable progress on guitar. Christopher Schreiner (Berklee '05) builds a custom roadmap around your goals, your current level, and the sounds you actually want to make.
Lessons stay focused on the music you actually want to play, not a generic workbook. Chris helps you connect technique, theory, rhythm, fretboard fluency, and improvisation into something musical and usable.
Bring a style, a problem, or a sound to the first lesson and Chris will build from there.
There's no cookie-cutter curriculum here. Private lessons are built around you — your goals, your gaps, and the music that moves you. Depending on where you are and where you want to go, sessions may focus on:
Every lesson ends with a clear, specific practice plan so you know exactly what to do before the next session.
Chris starts by getting to know you — your goals, your current level, the music you love, and what's been frustrating you. You leave with a clear plan and something concrete to practice right away.
Focused, targeted instruction on what you specifically need. No filler, no generic exercises. Chris adapts the plan as you grow, so lessons stay relevant and challenging without becoming overwhelming.
You'll always know exactly what to practice, how to practice it, and why it matters. The work you put in between sessions is where the real transformation happens — and Chris helps you make that time count.
Book your first lesson below. You'll pick a time that works for you, and Chris will take it from there.
I've taken lessons with Chris for about a month, and have seen more improvements in my technique and improvisational skills than I have in the last year.
This is a great learning tool for guitarists of all levels. Packed with tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your practice.
Lessons and recipes are clear and well thought out. Chris' video tutorials are what makes it though!!
Chris has helped me tremendously with guitar fundamentals as well as with rhythm and soloing.
Christopher Schreiner is a Berklee College of Music graduate (Class of 2005), Guitar Player Magazine Superstar Competition finalist, and founder of Guitarmalade. He's an endorsed artist with Bogner Amplification, JAM Pedals, and GHS Strings, and has performed internationally under the auspices of the U.S. State Department.
As a teacher, Chris has one obsession: helping players get unstuck and start making the music they've always wanted to make.
Standard lessons are 60 minutes.
Lessons take place via Zoom. You'll need a stable internet connection, your guitar, and a place where you can hear yourself clearly.
Just your guitar. Chris will let you know if any specific materials would help once he knows your goals.
Book your first session — you'll talk through your goals and build a plan together from day one.
Life happens. Just give Chris reasonable notice and he'll work with you.