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The 90-Day Intensive

Turn the shapes you know
into solos you love.

Twelve weeks of personal lead-guitar coaching for intermediate rock, blues and metal players. Weekly lessons, a clear practice plan and feedback along the way.

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Personal guidance from Joe · Available worldwide

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12 weeksOne-to-one coaching$1,800 USD
A clear rhythm, every week

Guidance while you’re actually learning.

01

A lesson focused on you.

We look closely at your playing in a 30-minute Zoom lesson, identify what’s getting in the way and decide on the next thing to work on.

02

A plan that keeps adapting.

Your personal Google Doc arrives each Monday with clear practice instructions, updated around what I’ve seen in your playing.

03

Feedback between lessons.

Send me practice clips over WhatsApp, Monday to Friday. Get specific feedback so you can make adjustments while you’re practising.

What’s included

Twelve weeks.
A clear direction.

We’ll connect technique, fretboard understanding and phrasing to the music you want to play. Bring consistent practice and a willingness to work on the details.

  • 12 × 30-minute one-to-one Zoom lessons.
  • Video feedback over WhatsApp, Monday to Friday.
  • A personal Google Doc practice plan, updated each week.
  • A private client portal for your plans, videos and resources.
Joe Macedo performing on stage with his band
Your coach

I know what it’s like
to feel stuck.

Learning the pentatonic shapes opened up the guitar for me. Learning how to make them sound musical took a lot more work.

I’ve spent over ten years teaching guitar full-time, helping players understand what’s holding them back and explaining things in a way that clicks for them. Rock, blues and metal lead playing are my home ground.

That’s what I bring to your coaching: careful listening, clear feedback and a plan shaped around you.

From students

A different way to understand your playing.

★★★★★
“In the few months I’ve studied with Joe, I’ve learnt more than I had in the previous 35 years. I’ve transitioned from stumbling through basic pentatonic scales to knowing modes.”
David CattExperienced guitarist
★★★★★
“I’ve been playing music on and off for over 20 years and Joe is one of the best teachers I’ve ever had.”
Emily LattaGuitar student
★★★★★
“He is patient, but determined for one to get it right. Joseph is highly qualified and really knows his music theory and how it relates to the guitar.”
Ray KelseyGuitar student
Your coaching programme

Let’s work on the guitarist
you want to become.

One-to-one · 12 weeks

The 90-Day Intensive

$1,800USD

One payment. No automatic renewal.

  • 12 × 30-minute one-to-one Zoom lessons.
  • Video feedback over WhatsApp, Monday to Friday.
  • A personal Google Doc practice plan, updated each week.
  • A private client portal for your plans, videos and resources.
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Meet me first. Make sure it feels right.If the programme isn’t the right fit, email within seven days of your first lesson for a full $1,800 USD refund. After that, the programme is non-refundable.
Before we start

Let’s get clear
on the details.

You’re welcome to ask about your playing and whether this programme would suit you.

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Who is this coaching for?
Intermediate rock, blues and metal guitarists who feel stuck. If you’ve played for at least two years, know the pentatonic shapes and want to make your solos more musical, this is a good starting point.
Do I need to be in New Zealand?
No. We work over Zoom and WhatsApp. We’ll find a regular lesson time that works across our time zones.
How much practice should I plan for?
The programme is built around 2–5 hours a week. Aim for consistent practice on most days; we’ll shape the plan around your available time.
How does feedback between lessons work?
Send short videos of your practice over WhatsApp, Monday to Friday. I’ll send specific voice notes or video feedback that day so you know what to adjust.
What if I miss a week or want an extra lesson?
If you need to move a lesson, we reschedule. Your practice plan and WhatsApp feedback continue. If you want extra Zoom lessons, message me to arrange them.
What equipment do I need?
A guitar, an amp or amp simulator, and a phone or another way to record short video clips. You don’t need a complicated recording setup.
What happens after the programme?
You can continue independently, move to regular lessons or renew for another 90 days at the returning-client rate of $1,500 USD. There is no automatic renewal.
How does the guarantee work?
If it isn’t the right fit after your first lesson, email me within seven days of that lesson for a full $1,800 USD refund. After that, the programme is non-refundable.

Ready to move your playing forward?

Start with coaching, or take a smaller first step with a four-week practice plan.

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