The Problem Isn't Your Playing.

It's Your Mechanics

Most technique problems aren't about practice time. They're about mechanics. I'm a guitar biomechanics specialist. I find the exact physical errors holding you back and tell you exactly what to fix.

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Biomechanical Analysis

Find out exactly what's going wrong with your technique. Through slow-motion analysis, you'll find the movements that are holding you back from making real progress on the guitar.

Hand Mechanics Workshop

Technique Workshop

Use the science of efficient movement so you can eliminate wasted effort, prevent pain, and unlock higher levels of technical control

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Master guitar faster with focused, results-driven instruction for serious players. Eliminate bad habits, refine your technique, and play at your full potential.

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Technique Workshop

Hand Mechanics is a series of technique workshops explaining the biomechanics of guitar playing, and how you can optimize your practice.

— About MAX

I spent years performing at the highest level — conservatory-trained to master’s degree, direct Segovia lineage, session and touring work with TLC, Snoop Dogg, and Mavis Staples. I’ve played in front of conservatory panels and stadium crowds. I know what it takes to perform under pressure at a professional level.

But what I actually obsess over is why good players plateau.

Most technique problems have nothing to do with talent, practice hours, or musical feel. They’re mechanical. The hand is doing something physically inefficient, usually something small, and it compounds every single time you play. The frustration you feel isn’t a character flaw. It’s a biomechanical problem with a specific fix.

That’s what I do. I find it, I show you exactly what it is, and I give you a direct path to fixing it.

Max Rich

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TESTIMONIALS

WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY ABOUT ME

“Hand Mechanics has made a huge difference in how I think about playing guitar. The sessions are live, and the ability to ask questions with instant personal feedback is amazing.”

"Max is passionate about teaching and is very enthusiastic about engaging with all levels of players. He’ll put together a practice schedule/routine that incorporates various drills to reinforce what you’re learning. In summary, you’ll get Master Class level instruction tailored to your level of skill."
Bob
Houston
"Max has completely transformed my abilities on the guitar. His approach to technique is a thing of beauty, allowing me to improve my guitar skills quickly and without wasting any time."
Kim
Washington D.C.
"I learned a great deal about how to improve as a musician. Max helped me understand the importance of planning and strategizing practice sessions so that I stayed focused on my goals. He stresses the importance of consistency, proper technique, and genuinely wants his students to achieve their goals."
Nick
Annapolis

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