The first time I tried to book a show

was a HUGE embarrassment! I was 17 and made a "demo" with my karaoke machine and a $40 Radio Shack microphone. I dropped it off at the local coffee shop and waiting to hear back. When I finally did, I was told my demo "wasn't very good." And there was "nothing special" about my music.

A few years later, I walked into the same venue, played a few songs, and was booked on the spot.

I created Step on Stage to teach you everything I've learned about showing up like a pro and booking the damn gig.

I know how frustrating it is to feel invisible.

Show Up Like a Pro

  • Slay Performance Anxiety

    You'll get the techniques I use to prepare for the stage and slay stage fright in its tracks

  • Build Confidence

    We'll work on your mindset and crush limiting beliefs while also developing your artistry.

  • 1:1 Coaching

    You'll have weekly calls with me to develop your guitar skills and answer any questions about the course content.

Course curriculum

  • 1
    Welcome!
    • Welcome to Step on Stage!
    • Practice with a Purpose
    • Practice Journal
    • Growth Mindset
  • 2
    Month 1
    • Types of shows, compensation, and goals
    • Types of Shows
    • Goal Setting
  • 3
    Month 2
    • Intro to Branding Video
    • Basic Branding Guide
    • Make your Brand Kit in Canva
    • Create a Simple Logo in Canva
    • Customize your Style Guide
    • Bonus: Style Guide Examples
    • What's an EPK???
    • EPK
    • Creating an EPK on Bandzoogle
  • 4
    Month 3
    • Researching Venues
    • Finding the Right Venue
    • Booking Emails
    • Communicate Like a Pro
  • 5
    Month 4
    • Creating your marketing plan
    • Marketing Plan
    • Marketing Content Prompts
  • 6
    Month 5
    • Module 5 Overview
    • Creating Graphics with Canva
    • Bonus: Finding Photos in Adobe Stock
  • 7
    Month 6
    • Module 6 Overview
    • Practice for Performance
    • The Day of the Show
    • Bonus: After the Show
  • 8
    Mindset & More
    • Journaling to Shift Your Mindset
    • Vision Exercise
    • Self Compassion
    • Limiting Beliefs
    • Affirmations
    • Additional Resources

Testimonials

Casey B.

You Need This In Your Life!

Casey B.

You need this in your life! Jen is such a caring and understanding teacher, she really goes above and beyond what the average guitar teacher does, especially for an online course. I feel like she's one of my friends now. My confidence in my guitar playing has completely skyrocketed and I'm only halfway through the program! To anyone on the fence about signing up to the Ivy Girl Guitar program, DO IT, you won't regret it.

Pricing options

Choose between paid-in-full, 6 month, or 12 month payments.

Instructor

  • Jennifer Levins

    Founder & Director of Guitar

    Jennifer Levins

    This course is taught by Jen Levins, Founder and Director of Ivy Girl Guitar. Jen studied classical guitar at the Hartt School and receive a Bachelor's degree in Acoustic Engineering and Music from the University of Hartford. She began her performing career in the Philadelphia open mic scene and has gone on to perform in New York City and Los Angeles. She composed songs for the musical "My Bestie" which premiered at the Los Angeles Fringe Festival. In addition to guitar, Jen is a vocalist and songwriter. She has worked with many teachers and mentors including Isabelle (Vocal Coach & Artist), Tina Shafer (New York Songwriter's Circle), Rick Barker (Taylor Swift, American Idol, Big Machine), Cari Cole (the Voice), Cathy Heller (Don't Keep Your Day Job, Catch the Moon), John Clinebell (Catch the Moon) and Kris Bradley (BoomFox Productions).