Weissenborn Lessons

With Jacob Raagaard

One-on-one online lessons to help you learn the Weissenborn.Whether you’re just starting or want to refine your technique, lessons are tailored to your level and interests.

About The lessons

Each lesson is 50 minutes long and held over ZOOM.

Lessons are tailored to your level and goals. I’ve built a growing library of Weissenborn-specific picking exercises to help improve technique, timing, and tone - and I also have TABs available for many of my own songs.If you're interested in songwriting, we can dive into that too - exploring structure, voicings, and melodic ideas on the slide. I’ll also show you how to incorporate techniques like one-hand harmonics to open up new possibilities on the instrument.To keep practice fun and grounded in real music, I usually suggest working through a song - something you connect with that helps apply everything in context. It’s about developing your own voice, enjoying the process, and not just following a formula.

FAQ

Do I need a Weissenborn to Take Lessons?
No, but you will need at least a guitar! You will have to raise the nut to get a higher action suitable for lap slide playing. This is easy to do with a nut extender that goes on top of the existing nut on your guitar. Its a non-permanent attachment that can be eaily removed!


What Else Do I Need For the Lesson?
You'll need a computer or laptop with a webcam and a stable internet connection. Ideally, the webcam can be angled at your Weissenborn so I can see your hands.
You’ll also need a tone bar - any slide will work at first, but I recommend the Dunlop 926 Lap Dawg or similar. Its got a good weight for great sustain and the lenght is perfect on the weissenborn.Fingerpicks are optional, but I use a reshaped Dunlop plastic thumbpick and two ProPik F-tones. I’m happy to show you how I modify the thumbpick if you're curious.

What is the Price Per Lessons & How do I pay?
The price is 50 USD per lesson. Payments are made by paypal to @RaagaardJacob. I’ll send you the payment link after each lesson.

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50USD per lesson. Payment link sent after the lesson.

If you're interested in taking lessons regularly, we can set up a consistent weekly time slot. Weekly lessons are recommended if you're serious about improving and have time to practice - it’ll help you progress much faster. But how often you book is totally up to you!

Got any questions before booking a lesson? Reach out!

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