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Jazz-Latin-Blues-Funk Guitar

Markus Plattner – Founder

Courses

Some of our courses ready for enrolment. Many courses are currently under development

Improvising with the m7b5 Pentatonic Scale

Improvising with the m6/dom7 Pentatonic Scale

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Testimonials

What our students say

Daniel
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"Markus is a passionate guitar teacher! Thanks to his immense experience, he guides me step by step towards my goal. Whether online or one-to-one - the lessons with Markus are always a highlight thanks to perfectly prepared lessons and a wide range of tools."
Gian
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"The lessons are always very instructional and inspiring; You'll always learn something new. Despite the occasional technical difficulty when having lessons over a video call, Markus answers every question with competence. Even offline after the lesson, he sends very helpful resources and does everything to support you on your journey."
Urs
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"Markus’ calmness when teaching was enormously helpful to me. The teaching material is excellent - clear and not overloaded, I made good progress. The way Markus responded to my needs was another big plus point."
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This is my promise
to you:

  • I provide a 6-month program with extensive support to get you playing and making fast progress.
  • I will meet you at your skill level and take you up and beyond.
  • I will guide you to a high level of improvisational skills (soloing).
  • I will be your guide and signpost your way through the maze of scales, chords and songs.
  • I will teach you jazz, blues, funk, latin and similar styles through iconic tunes.

Small Steps
-->Big Progress

  • All courses are structured on gradients, so you can follow and learn with ease. Progress is guaranteed if you devote enough time to practising.
  • I am Markus Plattner (founder) and I am a passionate and methodical teacher with decades of teaching experience. 
  • My mission is to facilitate access to the art of improvising and playing the jazz-blues-funk-latin repertoire on guitar for anybody who has the desire to do so.

6-Month Program:
Focus on Student Support

  • The more you know about music in terms of melody, harmony, rhythm and form (number of bars, repeats etc), the more you are able to sound good. 
  • If you sign up for the 6-month program, you will have access to all courses, weekly coaching calls, resources and the gtr.education student community.
  • Alternatively you can sign up for personal coaching calls. See our Pricing and FAQ page.

Take the Test!

  • Challenge yourself with this free test to see where you’re at with your Jazz Guitar skills!
  • You will try 3 graded exercises from very basic to advanced. There will be chords and lines to play.
  • We will send a free PDF containing the test to your inbox. Please provide name and email address with this form —->.