Lessons

Guitar

Acoustic or electric, the ideal instrument to accompany yourself and play in a band.

Guitar
The essentials

Practical information

Who for
Children, teens and adults
Starting level
Beginner 1: no experience needed.
When
Mondays, 1 hour a week — Beginner I : 7–8 p.m.. Other levels: schedule to be confirmed.
Where
In person, at 480, rue de Vernon, Gatineau (Québec).
Session
Fall 2026 session: Monday, September 21, 2026 to Monday, December 14, 2026, 12 classes.
Language
French or English
Price
$140 per block of 4 classes, small group ($420 for the 12-class session). See details
In practice

What happens during the class

  • We learn to accompany a song from start to finish: the chords, the strumming hand and changing chords without stopping.
  • We play as a group, learning to leave room for the other instruments.
  • The last two sessions of each level are used to prepare and then perform a song in front of an audience.
  • Later in the path we cover solos, improvisation and tone — effects, pedals and amps.
The progression

The path, level by level

6 levels, from the very first contact with the instrument to playing independently in a band. Each level runs 12 one-hour sessions.

01Beginner ILaying the foundationsGroup open this session · Mon. 7–8 p.m.

The student discovers the instrument, first major and minor chords, and the beat.

They gradually learn to link chords together and accompany a simple song from start to finish.

02Beginner IIBuilding accompaniment, exploring the neck

The student works on power chords, barre chords and first landmarks on the neck.

They gradually learn to play one song several ways, depending on the mood.

03Intermediate IFrom chords to understanding the neck

The student discovers scales, intervals and triads — three-note chords playable anywhere on the neck.

They gradually learn to create their own melodies and guitar parts.

04Intermediate IILead vocabulary and improvisation

The student works on pentatonic scales and lead playing techniques.

They gradually learn to improvise with intent rather than playing notes at random.

05Advanced IEnriching the harmonic and melodic language

The student works on extended chords, modes and chromatic approaches.

They gradually learn to build a complete part, blending rhythm, chords and lead.

06Advanced IIBecoming a musical, independent guitarist

The student works on analysing a song, band playing, tone and effects.

They gradually learn to take a song apart, then reinterpret it in their own way.

This path outlines the planned learning at each level. The starting level and schedule are settled at enrolment.See the frequently asked questions ↓

The Viva Sound experience

Learn, play, step on stage

We play together

From the first sessions we play as a group: listening to others, holding your part, coming in and out at the right time.

Serving the song

Our teaching is rooted in gospel and worship. Students learn to accompany a voice, not just to play notes.

A show at the end of the session

A full rehearsal, then a performance in front of an audience — this session, on Monday, December 14, 2026. That is where the work makes sense.

Your teacher

Who you'll learn with

Jérémie Tiahou

Jérémie Tiahou

Guitar

His melodic creativity makes the difference, on acoustic and electric alike.

Meet the whole team →
Pricing and enrolment

Session pricing

$140 per block of 4 classes $420 for the 12-class session Small-group rate · no taxes

Monday, September 21, 2026 → Monday, December 14, 2026

Fall 2026 session
12 classes, i.e. 3 blocks: $420 in total
Payment
Online through Zeffy: 3 monthly payments of $140, the first one when you enroll.

The session has started: before paying, write to us to check that a group can still take you. Same address for any question about the payments. Write to us →

One-on-one lessons: this rate does not apply. They are available on request, depending on the teacher’s availability.

Frequently asked

The questions people ask us

How do we choose the starting level?

On the enrolment form, you state the student’s level. Someone who has never played starts at the first level. If they already play, write to us before enrolling and we will work out the right group together. From the second level on, each level also starts with a review session.

What is my group’s schedule?

Classes are on Mondays. This session: Beginner I : 7–8 p.m.. For other levels the schedule is not set yet — write to us and we will confirm it before the first class.

What happens after I enroll?

You receive a confirmation email summarising your enrolment. We then get back to you with the practical details — group, day and time — before your first class.

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