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 Cara Lazarus 
 
2026.05.23.
 
 
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I can't say enough great things about Mavi.  Not only is he a master teacher, but he's also a kindhearted person.  And, he's eager to teach you what you want to learn along with all around knowledge of the guitar.  I can't thank Mavi enough for teaching me how to transpose the key of a song rather than put on a Capo!  Thanks so much.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Bo Wayne 
 
2026.03.06.
 
 
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I can't remember how I stumbled across Mavi originally, I used to play guitar but its been forever and wanted to pick it up again but decided that I wanted to specialize in Bossa Nova guitar to get myself back on track.  Mavi has been amazing.  He's taken me from not remembering anything to playing some of my favorite Bossa nova songs.  He prepares lessons for each week and tries to do a fully rounded experience, shuffling between teaching me the new chords, the plucking patterns, how to pronounce the Portuguese words and bits of music theory which brings it all together so I understand why I am playing what I'm playing.  He's very calm, very patient and a truly excellent teacher.  And when things are difficult for me he pushes me gently to push through and tackle them.  I'm progressing slowly but surely and am impressed at what I am able to do already.  Definitely recommend Mavi to anyone wanting to learn guitar and Bossa Nova which he clearly loves.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Scarlet Astudillo 
 
2025.12.09.
 
 
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I started lessons with Maví in 2022 and have never looked back. It is one of the best decisions I have ever made not only for my guitar playing and musicianship, but also for my overall wellbeing. Maví is an excellent teacher. He is kind, patient, dedicated, of course knowledgeable, and extremely encouraging. In these almost four years of lessons I have improved drastically and look forward to all the learning I have yet to do alongside Maví. I cannot recommend him enough, if you are reading this go book a trial class right away! Go go go
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Houston Davidson 
 
2025.10.20.
 
 
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Maví is the best. Truly. How to convey this sentiment in a Google Review?

Almost 4 years into my lessons with Maví, I can enter into the class tired (still covered in sleep, my mind not really ready to wake), stressed, or with something on my mind or heart. Then, one hour later, without fail, I feel lighter and stronger, more tender to myself and more confident. Really, just feeling a kind of gentle delight. Playing guitar and singing and talking with Maví is such a lift.

Maví is the kind of teacher many people long to have at some point in their life. Somebody who makes them feel appreciated, true, curious, capable, eager, and worth hearing sing. I've had a lot of teachers in my life. Maví is the teacher who I have felt most understood and appreciated by. He is remarkably skilled at meeting me in the quotidian (taking lessons with me with generous flexibility as I handle the whims of professional schedule), while also meeting me in what I dream to play.

Somebody who really hones in on where i'm at, how I learn, and yet does not hesitate to enthusiastically support taking on new challenges.

If all this has an emotional or metaphysical sound, that's okay. It is true and shows the emotional experience. Maví has made keeping up with weekly lessons for almost four years an easy and obvious thing to do. It takes a special teacher to make this kind of constancy a matter of rolling downhill. Still, if you want to get to his pedagogical approach, fine: Maví has the goods.

Maví has a deep, fluent and, above all, musical approach to music understanding. He's a natural teacher with an idea of how to articulate concepts of all sorts (from musical theory to the beat by beat feel of a right hand guitar rhythm) in a way that is grounded in how students understand. Now consider that Maví gets his understanding across to me having to rely onmy relatively modest (but enthusiastic) Portuguese. These lessons have kept current my relationship to a language I learned and love. I can sing songs in this language in meaningful moments of my life. Maví's had the patience to stick with me despite full-well being able to teach the lesson in English (or French I'd imagine. I wouldn't put Spanish past him.)

It sometimes strikes me as downright utopian: a teacher giving music lessons via Zoom across a continent and an ocean (nine time zones away) can hear my voice, note by note, sing with patience, and attention to detail and care. Out of this fact what has emerged is my singing voice growing and maturing and expanding its range. Most importantly, my voice has become to me more companion than an ever before. Or how about syncing up over tele-conference on a beat by beat/note-by-note basis to bring together the rhythm guitar and melody song worked on in a difficult moment of life, feeling the song give a small but meaningful sense of purpose? It is. It's utopian.

One last story:

My brother asked me to play guitar during his wedding ceremony. I was honored but did not feel up to the task. I brought this to Maví, and with his belief and help collaborating on a repertoire, and practicing these songs, I got to play a suite of songs including a piece I wrote. It meant a lot to me and my brother. Afterwards, to anybody who asked whether I had a teacher, I told them I have never met my teacher in person but he's like no other teacher I've ever had.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Roger Cambor 
 
2025.10.04.
 
 
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Mavi is pleasure to study with. As a singer-songwriter and guitarist from Brazil he has a deep knowledge of the music and culture, so the student learns the authentic feel, style and rhythms of Brazilian music such as bossa nova and samba among others. He explains rhythmic and harmonic concepts clearly and fluently in English. He provides examples of various musical artists to deepen the experience of the student as well. Mavi is very personable, patient and easy to work with. He shows genuine interest in teaching and I am happy to recommend Mavi for students interested in learning Brazilian guitar styles.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Flávio Marques Prol 
 
2025.10.03.
 
 
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Mavi is a great teacher and an amazing musician. I have been his guitar student since 2018, and he is always attentive to my concerns and interests. He has helped me learn a lot about Brazilian music, composition, harmony, and how to play my favorite songs. Thank you, Mavi!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 G. THIERRY (Thierry G) 
 
2025.09.29.
 
 
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Après plus de 48  ans de carrière professionnelle dans la musique
( 1er contrebasse solo à l' orch. Philh. de Luxembourg ) je me suis lancé de 0  dans l' étude de cet  instrument roi .Trouver un professeur qui me satisferait avec mon expérience musicale
n' était pas si facile.
Mes recherches m'ont amené vers MAVI ; depuis 2 ans déjà, chaque cours est un plaisir.
Mavi est particulièrement sympathique, mais aussi exigeant , clair , disponible .
De plus il parle un français parfait. Tout est très bien organisé, planifié, suivi, je ne pouvais rêver meilleure rencontre artistique.
Je joue, je chante ( il travaille ma prononciation ) et ma compagne semble trouver cela agréable.
Mon admiration pour lui et son approche des cours est réelle.
Merci Mavi, et bravo.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Francesca Piroddi 
 
2025.05.12.
 
 
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Soy de Chile y mi experiencia como alumna de Mavi en clases online ha sido increíble. Me ha ayudado a explorar mi voz utilizando distintas herramientas que han mejorado rápidamente mi técnica vocal, mi afinación y, sobre todo, me han permitido encontrar mi propio estilo. Además, es un profesor muy positivo, que transmite confianza y una energía muy buena en cada clase. ¡Definitivamente vale la pena si quieres aprender a cantar mejor!
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I'm from Chile, and my experience as Mavi's student in online classes has been incredible. He has helped me explore my voice using different tools that have quickly improved my vocal technique, and most importantly, have allowed me to find my own style. He's also a very positive teacher who brings confidence and great energy to every class. It's definitely worth it if you want to become a better singer!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Amanda 
 
2025.04.14.
 
 
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I’ve been taking guitar lessons with Maví and couldn’t be happier. He’s incredibly patient, clear and structured in his teaching) and always well-prepared. Each class is tailored to my pace and interests, which makes learning fun and motivating. I always leave our sessions feeling more confident and inspired to keep practicing. Highly recommend him to anyone looking for a kind, organized, and truly passionate teacher!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Andreia 
 
2024.06.10.
 
 
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Maví is an incredible teacher! Aside from being an excellent musician, with great expertise in samba & bossa nova, he is patient and encouraging. One can experience so much progress lesson to lesson. In only four lessons I already play and sing songs which I never thought I could! It’s my weekly therapy! I am greatful to have found such a talented teacher! 🙏🙏🙏
  
 
  
 
 
 
 
  
 
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