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I am a versatile guitarist and musician with over two decades of performing, teaching, and collaborating across Europe and beyond. I love guiding students of all ages on their musical journeys, performing in diverse settings, and creating original pieces that connect with audiences. My work spans teaching, live performance, and studio collaboration, always with a focus on creativity and growth. My approach blends solid technique with curiosity and teamwork, always aiming to inspire creativity and confidence in my students and collaborators.…I am a versatile guitarist and musician with over two decades of performing, teaching, and collaborating across Europe and beyond. I love guiding students of all ages on their musical journeys, performing in diverse settings, and creating original pieces that connect with audiences. My work spans teaching, live performance, and studio collaboration, always with a focus on creativity and growth. My approach blends solid technique with curiosity and teamwork, always aiming to inspire creativity and confidence in my students and collaborators.

Joe Tal

Musician, Music Producer, Music Composer, +5

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I am a versatile guitarist and musician with over two decades of performing, teaching, and collaborating across Europe and beyond. I love guiding students of all ages on their musical journeys, performing in diverse settings, and creating original pieces that connect with audiences. My work spans teaching, live performance, and studio collaboration, always with a focus on creativity and growth. My approach blends solid technique with curiosity and teamwork, always aiming to inspire creativity and confidence in my students and collaborators.…I am a versatile guitarist and musician with over two decades of performing, teaching, and collaborating across Europe and beyond. I love guiding students of all ages on their musical journeys, performing in diverse settings, and creating original pieces that connect with audiences. My work spans teaching, live performance, and studio collaboration, always with a focus on creativity and growth. My approach blends solid technique with curiosity and teamwork, always aiming to inspire creativity and confidence in my students and collaborators.

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I am a versatile guitarist and musician with over two decades of performing, teaching, and collaborating across Europe and beyond. I love guiding students of all ages on their musical journeys, performing in diverse settings, and creating original pieces that connect with audiences. My work spans teaching, live performance, and studio collaboration, always with a focus on creativity and growth.

My approach blends solid technique with curiosity and teamwork, always aiming to inspire creativity and confidence in my students and collaborators.

Skills

Composition

Music Theory

Experience Level

Composition

Expert

Music Theory

Expert

Language

Dutch

Fluent

English

Fluent

Hebrew (modern)

Fluent

Work Experience

Musician at Blue Man Group

March 1, 2007 - September 1, 2007

Playing multiple instruments: Guitar, bass, drums, Chapman stick. Dance choreography

Owner / Guitar Instructor at Gitaar Centrum Amstelland

February 1, 2009 - Present

Recruiting and selecting students and managing schedules. Financial administration and business management. Teaching and inspiring students (ages 8–80) in contemporary music (electric guitar). Composing musical pieces and organizing student performances.

Guitar Instructor at Muziekschool Tune-Up, Haarlem

May 1, 2010 - March 1, 2013

Conducted group and private lessons for students aged 5 to 55.

Guitar Instructor at Guitar Academy, Amsterdam

November 1, 2009 - September 1, 2010

Conducted group and private lessons for students aged 5 to 55.

Guitar Instructor at Muziekschool Eddy van den Heuvel, Hoofddorp

December 1, 2009 - May 1, 2010

Group lessons, private lessons, and band coaching for students aged 5 to 55.

Guitar Instructor (Project-based/Temporary) at Muziekcentrum Zuidoost, Amsterdam

January 1, 2010 - April 1, 2010

Group lessons, private lessons, and band coaching.

Guitar Instructor (Temporary) at Muziekschool Amsterdam

August 1, 2009 - November 1, 2009

Group lessons, private lessons, and band coaching for students aged 5 to 55.

Guitar Instructor (Temporary) at Popschool Amsterdam

January 1, 2009 - June 1, 2009

Group lessons, private lessons, and band coaching for students aged 5 to 35.

Masterclass Presenter (Guitar) at Various (Masterclasses)

August 1, 2008 - August 1, 2008

Presented workshops and lectures in the Netherlands, Latvia, and Israel. Band coaching, individual instruction, and live performances. Managed related financial administration.

Guitarist at Blue Man Group (Joop van den Ende Productions)

April 1, 2007 - October 1, 2007

Performed 5 nights a week in the Blue Man Group show at the Theaterfabriek, Amsterdam. Recorded audio and video for DVD and CD promotional material for Blue Man Group productions.

Bookkeeper at Kiddiwinks & Packright, Almere

October 1, 2006 - April 1, 2007

Fully responsible for entire financial administration. Tasks included data entry/processing, accounts receivable/payable, financial reporting, and tax returns. Maintained high standards of professional expertise, quality, and presentation.

Courier at Kiddiwinks, Almere

April 1, 2006 - October 1, 2006

Delivered mail and small packages between offices and businesses. Handled express and "groupage" courier services, including international shipments.

Logistics Assistant at BSI Aalsmeer

February 1, 2005 - September 1, 2006

Assembling "Danish carts" and distributing flowers. General logistics and transport duties.

Freelance Musician & Band Leader at Various

February 1, 1999 - Present

Performed as a band member, band leader, or session musician for shows, tours, and festivals globally. Notable Festivals: Wacken Open Air (DE), Graspop (BE), Hellfest (FR), Dynamo Metalfest (NL). Conducted multiple tours across Europe, Asia, and South America. Released several albums under various labels and independently. Endorsement: Sponsored by Ibanez Guitars Europe since 2016. Award: Won the Buma Rocks Export Award in 2017 with the band TEXTURES.