Toronto Guitar Institute
Toronto, Ontario
$34–$38 per half hour lesson
About
Richard Summers, owner and operator of the Toronto Guitar Institute, has been providing professional musical instruction since 1973. An honors graduate of the University of Toronto, Faculty of Music, he specializes in classical, jazz, and popular guitar styles for students from beginner to advanced levels. Mr. Summers is also a Royal Conservatory of Music examiner and has published a three-volume classical guitar instructional method.
Richard Summers, proprietor of the Toronto Guitar Institute, brings a profound depth of experience to guitar instruction, having cultivated musicians for over five decades since 1973. His academic foundation is robust, an honors graduate of the University of Toronto's Faculty of Music, which underpins his versatile teaching approach. Summers specializes in a comprehensive range of styles, from the intricate demands of classical and jazz to the broad appeal of popular music, acoustic, folk, blues, and rock, catering to students at every skill level from novice to advanced.
Summers' expertise extends beyond the classroom; he is a respected Royal Conservatory of Music examiner, a testament to his authoritative grasp of musical standards and pedagogy. This background informs his private lessons, ensuring a rigorous yet adaptable learning environment. Further solidifying his contributions to guitar education, Summers has authored a three-volume classical guitar instructional method, demonstrating his commitment to systematic and effective teaching methodologies.
Genres & Styles
Lesson Details
- Format
- private
Credentials & Experience
50 years teaching experience
- Mus.Bac. University of Toronto, Faculty of Music
- RCM Examiner