Songs and technique
Connect chord changes, rhythm, picking, and phrasing to the pieces you are working on.
McMunn Music / Private teaching
Private guitar lessons in Chicago
Study guitar with Ben McMunn through songs, technique, music theory, and improvisation. In-home lessons are available in the Lincoln Park and Lakeview areas and nearby neighborhoods. You can also meet with Ben at his personal studio in the Peterson Woods area.
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Lessons built around your music.
Theory and improvisation
Understand how chords, scales, and harmony work together, and use that knowledge when you play.
Playing and performing
Playing together, recording projects, and studio concerts offer ways to put your practice into action.
A Chicago guitarist and educator.
Ben holds a Bachelor of Music from DePaul University and a Master of Music from Northwestern University, and is a former adjunct faculty member at the DePaul School of Music. His work spans classical and jazz music, performance, arranging, recording, and private teaching.
Watch performances and student collaborations to get a sense of the music behind the lessons.
Questions before booking
Where do you teach?
Ben offers in-home guitar lessons in the Lincoln Park and Lakeview areas, including some nearby neighborhoods, and lessons at his personal studio in the Peterson Woods area. Include your neighborhood and availability when you inquire so location and scheduling can be discussed.
What can we work on?
Lessons can focus on repertoire, technique, music theory, rhythm, and improvisation. Tell Ben what you want to play and what you have already studied.
How do I get started?
Send your neighborhood, musical interests, experience, and available days. Ben will discuss current availability and lesson details with you.
Availability / Booking
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Include your neighborhood, musical interests, and usual availability.