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Guy Gottesfeld

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

My experience as a guitar and music instructor is diverse, and over the years I’ve developed valuable skills in adapting to a wide range of musical styles, teaching situations, and individual student needs. This versatility has allowed me to connect with learners of all ages and levels, creating engaging, personalized lessons that encourage both musical growth and self-confidence. I’ve had the privilege of working with hundreds of students and guiding both small and large ensembles—arranging, producing, and building musical projects from the ground up.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Guitar Teacher

Union Square Lessons
boston, MA
04.2025 - 09.2025
  • At Union Square Lessons, I served as an advanced music teacher, working with students of all skill levels. I helped students develop a strong foundation in guitar fundamentals, while also guiding them through music theory and techniques that enable a more intuitive understanding of the guitar neck. My approach emphasized making learning fun, engaging, and approachable for everyone.
  • Instructed students in guitar techniques and music theory fundamentals.
  • Developed personalized lesson plans for diverse student skill levels.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.

Guitar Teacher

Self employed
Boston, Massachusetts
09.2023 - 09.2025
  • During my time in Boston, I had the opportunity to teach dozens of students privately, some for over two years, allowing me to witness their incredible growth firsthand. I worked with both kids and adults of all skill levels, tailoring lessons to their individual goals. I also helped students prepare for school music ensembles and supported them with any musical challenges they faced.
  • Planned lessons according to student skill level and learning modality.
  • Built trusting rapport with students and facilitated communication with family members when needed.
  • Supported students in audition and performance preparation.

Accompanist/Ensamble Guidence

Berklee College of music
boston, MA
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • During my time at Berklee, I had the opportunity to serve as an accompanist for the Five-Week Summer Program, working with aspiring future students. I also occasionally guided ensembles, helping arrange music and providing direction to players throughout rehearsals to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with faculty to enhance musical arrangements and compositions.
  • Provided musical support for various ensemble groups and classes.
  • Accompanied student performers during rehearsals and live performances.

Musical coordinator

Hakfar Hayarok
Tel Aviv, Israel
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • During my time at HaKfar HaYarok, I served as the musical coordinator for the school, overseeing all music programs and ensuring everything ran smoothly. I worked closely with student ensembles, offering guidance and support, and provided constructive feedback to teachers to help improve overall results. I also offered emotional support to students when needed and was a strong team player, always striving to foster collaboration and a positive, productive environment.
  • Coordinated project schedules and resources to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Managed communication between teams to facilitate collaboration and information sharing.
  • Organized meetings and prepared agendas to streamline decision-making processes.

Ensamble instructor

Funky Music
Ramat Gan, Israel
09.2021 - 10.2022
  • During my time at Funky Music, I served as an ensemble instructor, working with dozens of students—primarily children. I arranged parts for all instruments in each song and focused on creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. My goal was to bring out the best in every student while ensuring everyone felt seen, valued, and supported. I made a conscious effort to foster collaboration rather than competition among classmates.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse music classes.
  • Instructed students in various musical techniques and styles.
  • Facilitated group activities to enhance teamwork and collaboration.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - CWP(Contemporary Writing & Production)

Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA
05-2025

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Music theory
  • Student assessment
  • Ensemble direction
  • Project coordination
  • Team collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Guitarist, composer, music arranger, producer, and educator with a global and eclectic musical vision.
  • Recipient of a full tuition scholarship and earned an undergraduate degree in Contemporary Writing & Production from Berklee College of Music.
  • Performed on stages around the world, including in Europe, North America, and South America.
  • Collaborated with renowned artists such as Julian Lage, Ellena Pinderhughes, Nir Felder, Alain Mallet, Matthew Stevens, Berta Rojas, Mordy Ferber, and Oz Noy.
  • Musical style influenced by international genres including flamenco, Brazilian, African, blues, and jazz—shaped by extensive world travels.
  • Released two albums and several singles with the Guy Gottesfeld Band.
  • Performs on both electric and classical guitar, creating emotionally and spiritually evocative musical experiences.
  • Composer and arranger of "Origins", a genre-blending piece performed with the Mixed World Ensemble.
  • "Origins" praised by World Music Central’s Tom Orr as:
    “An exquisitely layered piece with Middle Eastern inflections, hypnotic wordless vocals, and first-rate musicianship… Dazzling stuff.”
  • Passionate music and guitar educator, committed to sharing knowledge through teaching, arranging, and mentorship.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Hebrew
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited

Timeline

Accompanist/Ensamble Guidence

Berklee College of music
05.2025 - 07.2025

Guitar Teacher

Union Square Lessons
04.2025 - 09.2025

Guitar Teacher

Self employed
09.2023 - 09.2025

Musical coordinator

Hakfar Hayarok
09.2021 - 11.2022

Ensamble instructor

Funky Music
09.2021 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Arts - CWP(Contemporary Writing & Production)

Berklee College of Music