Vin Amorando — Guitar Instructor.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Guitar Performance from Berklee College of Music, and have performed in long-running Queen and David Bowie tribute bands, the Broadway circuit in Nashville, and a long run of rock, blues, pop, and wedding bands.
Excellence in Guitar Instruction
I’ve been teaching for over 20 years at places like Guitar Center, Sam Ash Music, Music & Arts, as well as independent studios, and online. I also earned a master’s degree in Communication from Purdue University, where I was introduced to the latest research on effective instruction and how adults acquire new skills.
I’ve taught students ranging from complete beginners to experienced players returning to the instrument after years away. But the students I think about most are the adults who always meant to learn but never got started — or who tried once and walked away frustrated.
A good teacher doesn’t just teach you to play songs — they help you finally become the guitar player you’ve always wanted to be.
Credentials
Lessons Just For You
Instruction tailored for the adult student, focusing on patience, clarity, and the music that inspires you.
Adult-First Learning
Learning an instrument later in life requires a different strategy. We focus on logical progression and conceptual understanding rather than rote memorization.
Music You Care About
You won’t be practicing nursery rhymes. We apply technical concepts directly to the songs and artists you love.
Solid Foundation
No “hacks” or “shortcuts.” We build a proper technical foundation that ensures you play comfortably, enjoy the process, and see steady progress from day one.
Performance Clips
Your lessons are all about getting you to play the music you love, but you want to make sure the person you’re trusting to teach you can ‘walk the walk’ himself, right?
So here are a few clips from various bands and session I’ve done over the years.
Ready to play your favorite songs?
Let’s spend 15 – 30 minutes together online to see if lessons with me are the right fit for you.No strings attached (pun intended).