Name: Aidan Cotner
Profession: Professional Jazz Guitarist and Educator
With over 15 years of professional experience, Aidan has carved out a reputation as a master of jazz guitar. Known for their virtuosic improvisation, deep understanding of harmonic complexity, and ability to seamlessly blend tradition with modern influences, they have performed at renowned venues and collaborated with some of the finest musicians in the jazz world.
A graduate of University of North Texas and Michigan State University, they have honed their craft through years of performance, study, and mentorship under leading jazz icons. Beyond the stage, they are a passionate educator, offering advanced-level guitar lessons for students looking to refine their technique, develop a sophisticated musical voice, and explore the rich vocabulary of jazz.
Whether working on chord melody, bebop phrasing, or advanced improvisational concepts, their teaching approach is tailored to help committed students achieve their artistic potential. With a focus on practical application and deep musical understanding, Aidan is the ideal mentor for aspiring professionals and dedicated enthusiasts ready to take their playing to the next level.
Specialties:
• Advanced improvisation techniques
• Chord melody and solo guitar arrangements
• Jazz theory and harmonic exploration
• Performance preparation and stagecraft
Available for private lessons and masterclasses.
Levels taught: Intermediates, Beginners
Teaches: Kids, Adults, Teenagers, Seniors
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Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:
13 courts available
Apollo Theater
480 miles away
Indoors
Aaron Copland School of Music
486 miles away
Outdoors
Indoor Studio - Maple Ave.
486 miles away
Outdoors
Central Park
479 miles away
Outdoors
Personal Studio_Andres Chilama
481 miles away
Outdoors
Arnhold Hall at The New School
477 miles away
Indoors
UES/Manhattan
479 miles away
Outdoors
Herbert Von King Park
480 miles away
Outdoors
Red Note Rehearsal Studios
493 miles away
Indoors
Pirate Studios
491 miles away
Indoors
NYU
477 miles away
Outdoors
Balance Arts Center
478 miles away
Outdoors
Red Rooster
481 miles away
Indoors
When I'm usually available
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.
mondays8 AM - 8 PM
tuesdays8 AM - 8 PM
wednesdays8 AM - 8 PM
thursdays8 AM - 8 PM
fridays8 AM - 8 PM
saturdays8 AM - 8 PM
sundays8 AM - 8 PM
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