Guitar folk masterclass, backing songs and learning traditional songs. - Fallowfield - Private lessons

Guitar folk masterclass, backing songs and learning traditional songs.

From 46 £ /h

I teach guitar with a strong foundation in Irish folk music, focusing on solid technique, rhythm and musicality. Lessons draw on traditional repertoire as well as contemporary songs, helping students develop good timing, tone and confidence on the instrument. Suitable for beginners through to intermediate players, with lessons tailored to individual goals.

Beginner focused These guitar lessons are rooted in Irish folk traditions and designed to build strong fundamentals from the ground up. Students learn chords, strumming patterns, fingerstyle basics and simple tunes, with an emphasis on playing musically and comfortably. No previous experience required.

Folk and song accompaniment Guitar lessons focused on folk style accompaniment, drawing heavily from Irish traditional and contemporary folk music. Students learn chord shapes, rhythm, fingerpicking and song based playing, with an emphasis on supporting vocals and storytelling through the guitar.

More personal and artistic With a background in Irish folk music, my guitar teaching centres on feel, rhythm and connection to the song. Lessons explore traditional and modern folk approaches while building strong technique and musical understanding. Each class is shaped around the student’s interests and pace.

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Around Sale, United Kingdom

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ATM, Whalley Range, Manchester, UK

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About Me

Hi I'm Séamus!

I am a guitarist and singer rooted in Irish folk music, with over five albums released as a solo artist. My music has been featured on BBC and RTÉ, and I have performed alongside many well known and respected artists within the folk and traditional scene.

Alongside performing, I teach guitar with a relaxed and supportive approach, focusing on rhythm, feel and serving the song. My background in Irish folk shapes everything I do, but lessons are always guided by the student’s interests, whether that is traditional music, songwriting, or simply becoming more confident on the instrument.

Education

Grammar school education

Manchester college - popular music and recording

BA Hons popular music and Recording - Salford university
Where I studied for 4 years

Experience / Qualifications

12+ years gigging experience

I have been teaching privately for 8+ years and also in schools.

Session work experience.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Acoustic

Folk

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

At teacher's location and via webcam

At student's home

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The guitar is a fascinating and versatile musical instrument to play.
I know how exciting and challenging it could be, to pick up a musical instrument like the guitar, and set yourself on a mystery journey of an advenrure, as you learn how to play with it.

My aim, as a private guitar tutor is, to pass on to you a vital skill of which myself over the years have been on the selfsame journey as I keep learning and teaching.

In reasonable time span, you should be playing your favourite tunes on the guitar, having great fun. In due time, l will also be helping you with the basic concepts of the Music Theory underpinning your guitar playing - a universal musical language that enables you interact seamlessly,
and efficiently communicate with other musicians.

Nathan has been playing Guitar and studying Music for over 15 years, from Primary School right through to the current day in University. Beginning just under a year ago, Nathan has thoroughly enjoyed passing on his enthusiasm and passion for Guitar and Music alike through tutoring. Nathan has several qualifications in Music, including GCSE, A Level and First Class honours in Musical Arts (BA) and, starting with a Masters, he hopes to add to these qualifications in the future. Nathan’s teaching style revolves around his students and therefore adapts to the different students he is teaching, considering their skill level, age and personality when approaching each lesson. Alongside teaching, Nathan is hugely passionate about playing in his Function Band, recording and mixing songs and of course listening to music almost none stop.

Nathan teaches Guitar from beginners to intermediate level players and teaches Music Theory up to grade 5 of all ages. Nathan’s lessons include breaking down the fundamentals of both guitar ad theory, from posture, fingering technique, scales, arpeggios, chords, rhythm, melody and anything else the student wishes to learn. He will teach any exam boards requested, preparing his students for their respective exams by breaking down each technical component previously mentioned with specific focus given to each section of the exam. Whether the student wishes to focus on melody, rhythm, chords or just playing their favourite band’s songs, he will devote all his energy to providing the required tutoring in helping his students fulfil these wishes, whilst enjoying themselves in the process.

Nathan will give his all to teaching as many genres as he possibly can, although has vast experience in classical and pop music, particularly Funk, Rock and Jazz. His first lesson with any student will be relaxed, with the aim of figuring out the students skill level and what they wish to achieve through their lessons. The student simply needs to let Nathan know their priorities in terms of what they wish to learn and their enthusiasm in achieving this. It is common for Nathan to prepare warm-up exercises for his students, such as stretching exercises for the wrists and hands, along with exercises to develop the technique of each hand, for example finger/plectrum exercises and chromatic scales.

Jim has taught in Primary schools Secondary schools, A level colleges for over 20 years and has managed instore guitar lessons for the largest music retailer in the UK for the same time Period.

He personally prepares at least two full exam days, with his school and private students, for either LCM or RSL yearly. With candidates entering exams from grade 1 to grade 8ups and 1-1

I come from Hong Kong. I specialize in tutoring Classical, Pop, and Jazz guitar for beginners and intermediate students. My goal is to keep students combining theory with practice and make themself enjoyable with music. I assign exercises after every lesson. and provide videos to support students.

About the lessons:
Relaxed environment tailored to your personal needs. Lessons vary between 30 mins and 1 hour and can be as long as 2 hours with the addition of theory. They can take place in your preferred location or mine. Feel free to get in touch for more information.

About Me:
I grew up in Athens, Greece, I am a graduate of the Berklee College of Music (US) affiliate's, Philippos Nakas Conservatory, Modern Music department and I specialise in Rock, Metal and Fusion.
In addition, I have more accreditation from RGT (Registry of Guitar Tutors) and BIMM (British and Irish Modern Music Institute), but I believe in a hands on approach.
Last but not least, I have participated in many groups and toured the UK and Europe. I recently composed and released an album and I am currently writing new material.
Outside of music, I value health and exercise and I am always looking for ways to challenge myself and grow as a person.

Why I Teach
Teaching is a way for me to share my love for music and help others discover their own musical potential. I believe in a personalized approach, tailoring lessons to fit each student's unique needs and interests. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an advanced student aiming to refine your skills, I am dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching learning environment.

What I Offer
Expertise in Various Music Genres: From classical to contemporary, I have a wide-ranging knowledge of music that I bring into my lessons.
Technical Proficiency: I am proficient in tools like Logic Pro X, Pro Tools, and various sample libraries, ensuring high-quality learning materials and methods.
Real-World Experience: My background includes composing for short films, video games, and theatre productions, providing you with insights from actual projects.
Interactive Learning: I emphasize interactive and engaging lessons, using practical examples and hands-on activities to make learning enjoyable and effective.

Professionalism and Commitment
I am committed to your success and strive to create a positive, encouraging atmosphere. My approach is professional, punctual, and dedicated to helping you achieve your musical aspirations.

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With 12 years of experience of being an official member in 11 bands as well as experience in various “one-off” band settings, the main genres that Edgar has the most experience in include:

- Rock
- Metal
- Jazz
- Pop

He can also teach various other genres, including Funk, RnB and Hip Hop, should you wish to learn them. Edgar’s versatile experience as a bassist shows that he can take each student in a number of different directions and can cater to their individual interests.

Edgar is also able to create personalised learning resources for each student, including technical exercises, or even transcribe a bass part for a song that you want to learn if the sheet music isn’t easily accessible or available to buy.

The guitar is a fascinating and versatile musical instrument to play.
I know how exciting and challenging it could be, to pick up a musical instrument like the guitar, and set yourself on a mystery journey of an advenrure, as you learn how to play with it.

My aim, as a private guitar tutor is, to pass on to you a vital skill of which myself over the years have been on the selfsame journey as I keep learning and teaching.

In reasonable time span, you should be playing your favourite tunes on the guitar, having great fun. In due time, l will also be helping you with the basic concepts of the Music Theory underpinning your guitar playing - a universal musical language that enables you interact seamlessly,
and efficiently communicate with other musicians.

Nathan has been playing Guitar and studying Music for over 15 years, from Primary School right through to the current day in University. Beginning just under a year ago, Nathan has thoroughly enjoyed passing on his enthusiasm and passion for Guitar and Music alike through tutoring. Nathan has several qualifications in Music, including GCSE, A Level and First Class honours in Musical Arts (BA) and, starting with a Masters, he hopes to add to these qualifications in the future. Nathan’s teaching style revolves around his students and therefore adapts to the different students he is teaching, considering their skill level, age and personality when approaching each lesson. Alongside teaching, Nathan is hugely passionate about playing in his Function Band, recording and mixing songs and of course listening to music almost none stop.

Nathan teaches Guitar from beginners to intermediate level players and teaches Music Theory up to grade 5 of all ages. Nathan’s lessons include breaking down the fundamentals of both guitar ad theory, from posture, fingering technique, scales, arpeggios, chords, rhythm, melody and anything else the student wishes to learn. He will teach any exam boards requested, preparing his students for their respective exams by breaking down each technical component previously mentioned with specific focus given to each section of the exam. Whether the student wishes to focus on melody, rhythm, chords or just playing their favourite band’s songs, he will devote all his energy to providing the required tutoring in helping his students fulfil these wishes, whilst enjoying themselves in the process.

Nathan will give his all to teaching as many genres as he possibly can, although has vast experience in classical and pop music, particularly Funk, Rock and Jazz. His first lesson with any student will be relaxed, with the aim of figuring out the students skill level and what they wish to achieve through their lessons. The student simply needs to let Nathan know their priorities in terms of what they wish to learn and their enthusiasm in achieving this. It is common for Nathan to prepare warm-up exercises for his students, such as stretching exercises for the wrists and hands, along with exercises to develop the technique of each hand, for example finger/plectrum exercises and chromatic scales.

Jim has taught in Primary schools Secondary schools, A level colleges for over 20 years and has managed instore guitar lessons for the largest music retailer in the UK for the same time Period.

He personally prepares at least two full exam days, with his school and private students, for either LCM or RSL yearly. With candidates entering exams from grade 1 to grade 8ups and 1-1

I come from Hong Kong. I specialize in tutoring Classical, Pop, and Jazz guitar for beginners and intermediate students. My goal is to keep students combining theory with practice and make themself enjoyable with music. I assign exercises after every lesson. and provide videos to support students.

About the lessons:
Relaxed environment tailored to your personal needs. Lessons vary between 30 mins and 1 hour and can be as long as 2 hours with the addition of theory. They can take place in your preferred location or mine. Feel free to get in touch for more information.

About Me:
I grew up in Athens, Greece, I am a graduate of the Berklee College of Music (US) affiliate's, Philippos Nakas Conservatory, Modern Music department and I specialise in Rock, Metal and Fusion.
In addition, I have more accreditation from RGT (Registry of Guitar Tutors) and BIMM (British and Irish Modern Music Institute), but I believe in a hands on approach.
Last but not least, I have participated in many groups and toured the UK and Europe. I recently composed and released an album and I am currently writing new material.
Outside of music, I value health and exercise and I am always looking for ways to challenge myself and grow as a person.

Why I Teach
Teaching is a way for me to share my love for music and help others discover their own musical potential. I believe in a personalized approach, tailoring lessons to fit each student's unique needs and interests. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an advanced student aiming to refine your skills, I am dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching learning environment.

What I Offer
Expertise in Various Music Genres: From classical to contemporary, I have a wide-ranging knowledge of music that I bring into my lessons.
Technical Proficiency: I am proficient in tools like Logic Pro X, Pro Tools, and various sample libraries, ensuring high-quality learning materials and methods.
Real-World Experience: My background includes composing for short films, video games, and theatre productions, providing you with insights from actual projects.
Interactive Learning: I emphasize interactive and engaging lessons, using practical examples and hands-on activities to make learning enjoyable and effective.

Professionalism and Commitment
I am committed to your success and strive to create a positive, encouraging atmosphere. My approach is professional, punctual, and dedicated to helping you achieve your musical aspirations.

Do you or your child want to learn an instrument? Why not try bass guitar!

Graduated from the Royal Northern College of Music, Edgar is a Bassist/Guitarist based in Manchester. He has 4 years of teaching experience with a wide range of experience levels, whether a complete beginner, more intermediate, preparing for exams or just want to learn for fun. He has taught up to age 70, meaning it is never too late to start learning. Edgar’s experience in teaching adults means that he is well aware of the difficulties with balancing learning a new skill with working full-time, so he makes sure to take each individual student’s personal circumstances and work schedule into account when organising lessons.

With 12 years of experience of being an official member in 11 bands as well as experience in various “one-off” band settings, the main genres that Edgar has the most experience in include:

- Rock
- Metal
- Jazz
- Pop

He can also teach various other genres, including Funk, RnB and Hip Hop, should you wish to learn them. Edgar’s versatile experience as a bassist shows that he can take each student in a number of different directions and can cater to their individual interests.

Edgar is also able to create personalised learning resources for each student, including technical exercises, or even transcribe a bass part for a song that you want to learn if the sheet music isn’t easily accessible or available to buy.

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