miami jazz guitar student testimonials
"It is with enthusiasm that I await my weekly guitar lesson. Richie Zellon's knowledge of the instrument has brought me a new inspiration and dedication to the art. Through theory and practical examples he leads you into the world of jazz. Every lesson is packed with new ideas to develop your musical expression. If you are serious about the guitar I strongly recomend the Miami Jazz Guitar experience."
-Arles Suarez (Miami)
"I just started playing guitar in my forties and have been taking lessons with Richie Zellon for a little over nine months. I’m amazed at how much guitar I’ve learned in that time.He has a systematic method to teach the fundamental principles and techniques that gets you playing music right away. And the pacing is just right. I have a family with two small kids and a busy professional life and can practice for only a little while each day but I’ve been able to cover a lot of ground even with these other commitments. I heartily recommend Richie as a teacher! "
-Ted McCutcheon (Coconut Grove)
"Thanks to Richie Zellon I am learning the art of jazz guitar. Richie has been teaching me for a little over two years. He has taught me all my scales, chords, theory and history. If you want to learn jazz guitar I recommend Richie. He has an organized system that allows people on it to gain experience faster than those not on the system."
Andrew Hyde ( Miami Arts Charter School 2012)
"In 1 year Richie's comprehensive teaching style has opened up doors in my playing that were closed for the
past 20 years. I highly recommend lessons with Richie to anyone interested in incorporating jazz music
into their playing."
-Darren Bruck (Miami 2010)
"You can teach old dogs new tricks, this goes also for old guys trying to learn jazz guitar, I'm living proof. However this takes a skilled and patient teacher. Richie Zellon is unique, its that rare blend of musical talent and teaching skills that makes him such an effective guitar teacher. He can tell where the student is at and help him acquire new guitar skills. If your serious about learning how to play guitar Richie is your guy."
-Osvaldo Lom (Miami 2010)
"Lessons with Richie present me with an amazing opportunity to advance my skills through an organized and well thought out program to become the player I have always dreamed of. I have studied with him for 2 years now, and I have made tons of progress!"
-Harrison Diskin (Krop High School / Hollywood 2009)
"Richie Zellon is an amazing teacher. He has taught me numerous things about the guitar, voicings, soloing, chord-melody, and how to be an overall better guitarist. As a teacher he is very mellow, he's funny, and teaches you things that are easy to understand but there is depth to what he is telling you ,and it all makes sense. Ever since I started taking lessons with him I have been getting occasional comments from musicians or music teachers about my improvement, and I owe most of that to Richie for being such a good teacher. "
-Jan Esbra (Arts & Minds High School / Coconut Grove 2009)
"Richie Zellon is by far the best guitar Instructor I have had the fortune to 
receive instruction from. Since I've started lessons with Richie I have noticed great improvement in my playing, and sight reading. In addition to being taught by a master, I find myself learning quicker and receiving a real foundation. I will forever thank Richie for his great advice, knowledge, and patience".
-Andy Gonzales (Arts & Minds High School / Coconut Grove 2009)
" I'm impressed with the range of music knowledge Richie has, lessons are professional, direct, and real..Richie took me to a level i couldnt get to on my own.."
-Alain Erriguible (Miami / 2009)
"As far as I'm concerned Richie Zellon is the best...knowledge, patience, and ability place him at the top...but his willingness to figure out how an individual learns and then tailor the lesson to that person is gold for any level student...I recommend him without reservation!"
-Dan Dale Jr. (Coral Springs 2010
To Richie Zellon: "I just wanted to let you know that I was accepted into Berklee. I also want to tell you that it wouldn't have been possible without the lessons I have had from you. You are by far the best guitar teacher I have ever had and I really appreciate all that you have taught me."
-Alex Suarez (Berklee College of Music Student / 2008)