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Online Music Lessons with Professor of Funk

Real instruction, wherever you are. One-on-one lessons via video call — same rigor, same repertoire, same results. No commute required.

Choose Your Platform

Lessons work on any reliable video platform. Use whatever you're most comfortable with — no new software required.

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Zoom

The most popular option. Screen sharing for charts and theory, stable audio, and easy recording for playback. Works on any device.

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FaceTime

Best audio quality for Apple device users. Low latency, no account needed. Great for guitar, bass, and voice lessons on iPhone or Mac.

Google Meet

No download required — just click a link. Works in any browser. Good option for students on Chromebooks or Android devices.

Instruments & Disciplines

Most instruments translate well to video. Here's how each one works remotely — rated honestly.

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Guitar

Acoustic and electric. Technique, chord voicings, lead, and songwriting all work great on video.

★ Works great online
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Bass

Groove, fingerstyle, slap, and theory. A simple clip-on tuner and your setup is all you need.

★ Works great online
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Drums

Electronic kits or practice pads work well. Acoustic kits can have latency — we'll figure out what works for your setup.

Works online (setup matters)
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Keys / Piano

MIDI keyboards with audio interface, or acoustic — both work well. Screen sharing for notation and harmony.

★ Works great online
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Trumpet

Tone, range, and articulation. Works well with good audio settings and a quiet room.

Works online
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Voice

Breath, resonance, and range development work well on video. A decent microphone makes a big difference.

★ Works great online
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Music Theory

Screen sharing for charts, notation software, and ear training exercises. Some of the best online lessons are pure theory.

★ Works great online
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Ear Training

Interval recognition, chord identification, rhythm transcription — all teachable entirely by ear over video.

★ Works great online

What Happens in an Online Lesson

Online lessons follow the same structure as in-person — just with you in your room instead of the studio. Here's what a typical session looks like.

01

Connect & Check In

We open the call, get your audio and video sorted, and you play me something — a scale, a riff, last week's assignment. Quick diagnostic, no pressure.

02

Warm-Up & Review

Technical exercises and a review of what you practiced. Consistency is what builds real ability — this is the foundation of every session.

03

New Material

New techniques, songs, or theory — clearly taught and demonstrated on camera. I can share my screen for charts, notation, or backing tracks.

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Theory & Ear Training

Woven throughout every lesson. You'll understand why things work — not just copy patterns. Ear training develops your musical instincts.

05

Play & Explore

Time to try things out, improvise, or ask questions. The lesson is yours — we go where the music takes us.

06

Practice Plan

Every student leaves with a specific weekly assignment — accessible in the student portal so you always know exactly what to work on.

What You Need

You don't need a recording studio. You just need the basics.

  • Your instrument — whatever you're learning on. An acoustic instrument, electric with amp, or a digital instrument all work fine.
  • A device with a camera — laptop, tablet, or phone. Position it so I can see your hands and your face clearly.
  • Reliable internet connection — standard home broadband is plenty. Wi-Fi is fine; wired is better if you have it.
  • A reasonably quiet space — doesn't need to be perfect, just somewhere you can focus and I can hear you play.
  • Zoom, FaceTime, or Google Meet — your choice. We'll confirm the platform before the first lesson.
Not sure if your setup will work? Just reach out before booking — I'll tell you honestly what will and won't translate well to video, and help you figure out what (if anything) you need to adjust.

Same Rates, No Location Premium

Online lessons are priced the same as in-person. You're getting the same instruction — format is just a preference, not a surcharge.

First lesson free No long-term commitment Flexible scheduling 30, 45 & 60-min options
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Your First Lesson Is Free

Book a 30-minute trial lesson online — no commitment, no pressure. We'll connect, play some music, and figure out if it's a fit.

Questions? Email simonoto@gmail.com — response within 24 hours.