Guitar: The Instrument and Theory.

From 58 £ /h

Learning to play guitar is a life-long journey, one that is fulfilling and absorbing.

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Bring your own instrument, and music if you wish.

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Around Holloway, United Kingdom

Around Holloway, United Kingdom

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45 minutes

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English

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Guitar

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Music theory

Music composition

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I specialise in teaching music composition, production, and piano. I have a BA from the University of Oxford in Music, and I am a professional TV and Film composer. I am also able to teach music theory, history, and ear training.

My goal is to create lessons that help my students to get an interactive, un-intimidating, and fun filled musical education. I believe that this comes from learning not just one area of music, but by giving students the tools to be confident in any musical setting they choose. I teach all ages and levels of musical ability.

As I have a wide background in music, I am able to give a rounded music educate in the area you choose to specialise in! I have experience performing classical, funk, jazz, and pop and would love to share a whole range of different styles with you.

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I specialize in Ableton Live and have released albums on multiple record labels. I hold a degree in Music Production and Sound Engineering from Point Blank Music School and I am currently the Music Content Manager at Vochlea Music and the lead Ableton tutorial writer for Attack Magazine. I also own my own recording and production studio in East London.

Alex

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Whether it is songs you want to learn or music grades to prepare for, my lessons are tailor made for your enjoyment and progress.
I like to set goals for progress whilst encouraging my pupils to have fun as that is what music is all about!

The following topics are an example of what can be covered in you lesson:

- Songs you would like to learn
- Technique (finger style, pick playing, positioning)
- Playing different styles of music
- Soloing
- Ear training
- Scales
- Sight reading
- Theory
- Grades or exam tuition

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Milly

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I teach music theory, academic music (GCSE and A Level) and singing to all standards and ages. I care a lot about making music education accessible to everyone, and always adjust my teaching style to meet the individual student's strengths and weaknesses.

I have a Bachelors degree from Cambridge University in Music, and a Masters degree in Voice from the Royal College of Music. I have 8 years' experience teaching music.

Sarah

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Hi, I’m Sarah!
I am both an Opera Singer and a classroom Music Teacher. My love for teaching and singing have always lived side by side. I constantly seek any opportunity to share my passion, whether that be in front of an audience or a classroom of students. I have always loved expressing myself through music, regardless of the genre. In fact, in a past life, I really wanted to be a country singer.

My philosophy as a teacher is to have student specific teaching styles that are all about helping YOU achieve the goals that you want to achieve! Whether it be your high school/university recital, auditions, or preparing for a gig, our lessons will be tailor-made to you. My job is to give you the confidence to enjoy your voice.
I am an Operatic Soprano yet I have sung across many genres for many years. Once you have a good technique you will be able to sing in whatever style you choose!

My operatic technique allows me to sing over a full orchestra without a microphone, and without causing vocal damage. In our lessons, I will be able to share with you these tools to healthy singing that enhances your natural tone. You will learn microphone technique, as well as performance techniques that will help you to better convey a character to an audience. I may also help with character development, songwriting, music theory and piano.
For any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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Ruby

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I have just completed my music degree where I specialised in contemporary classical singing and opera. I have experience singing jazz, pop and musical theatre and have completed one year on a Vocal Studies course at a Music Conservatoire. I have Grade VIII in Violin and Classical Voice, Grade VI in piano and Pop and Jazz Vocals and recently achieved a 1st for my final degree recital and composition. The techniques that you gain from classical training can be applied to all genres and give a strong foundation to be able to perform any music you may be interested in. I can also offer help with music theory and shape what I teach to meet your interests and goals. I aim to help you truly love music and gain confidence in your performance and musicianship skills in a safe and encouraging environment. No matter what level/ability you are we will improve your skills and confidence in singing and have lots of fun whilst doing so!

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🎧 Master Music Production & Composition – Tailored Lessons for the Modern Music Maker! 🎼

Do you struggle to turn beats and loops into a finished song?
Is creating catchy melodies or interesting chord progressions a random guessing game?
Do you wish you could add that extra level of musicianship and creativity to your productions?

Then this is the place for you!

With 15 years of experience in the music industry as a musician, engineer, producer, composer, and lecturer, I’ve worked with countless artists to help them transform their ideas into polished tracks.
🎓 I have a Masters in Composing for TV and Film.
👨‍🏫 I lecture music production, recording, mixing, engineering and composition at such esteemed universities as LCM, BIMM, Point Blank, and ACM.
🎙 I also have my own studio in Tottenham Hale, packed with instruments, synths, and microphones—an inspiring place for creativity to flourish!

🌟 What I Offer:

Tailored Lessons: Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to improve, my lessons are customized to fit your musical interests and goals.
🎼 Engaging Music Theory: We’ll dive into the essentials of harmony, scales, melody, and rhythm—but always relate it back to modern production techniques using Logic Pro. You’ll learn to make music theory relevant and exciting!
🎤 Music Production: Learn tips and techniques for working with DAWs, mixing, recording, and developing your production skills.
🎸 Instrument Lessons: If you want to improve your musicianship, I can guide you in playing guitar, keys, bass, and drums.
🙋‍♂️ In-person sessions at my studio.
🚗 Travel to you around London.
📷 Remotely via Zoom, ensuring the lessons are as flexible as you need.

Ready to take your music to the next level? Let’s work together to make your ideas reality.
📩 Hit me up today to discuss where you feel you need help, and we’ll create a plan to get you making the music you want to make!

Sean

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Hey! My name is Seán, and I am an Irish singer-songwriter based in London with 2 years of teaching experience. I teach a range of disciplines, including piano, guitar, vocals, songwriting, and music theory. Having taught students of all ages and different levels of musicianship, I am pleased to say that I have built long-lasting relationships with many of my students. With an emphasis on creativity and student input; my lessons allow students to discover their own playing style and musical direction.

I strongly believe that people learn best when they enjoy what they’re doing, and I incorporate this into my teaching style. I strongly encourage my students to bring their own ideas and suggestions to the lessons; that way they can learn a piece of music that they really like. With a background in classical music, I underpin my lessons with useful technical exercises that encourage dexterity, time-keeping and fluency. Finally, I encourage all my students to learn at least the fundamentals of music theory and sight reading. Striking a healthy balance between diligent exercises, music theory and fun musical expression, my lessons allow students to explore their musicality on all fronts.

Whether you’re a complete beginner, or you’re building upon your existing skills, I am here to help you reach your musical goals. Lessons are available immediately, looking forward to hearing from you!

Qualifications:
- Grade 8 Classical Piano - Royal Irish Academy of Music
- Piano, Vocal, and Guitar Training
- MA in Music Production, LCCM
- Decade of Songwriting Experience
- Frontman for Seán and the Late Bloomers

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Has your previous piano learning experience been a bit dull? Are you seeking a fresh approach to piano lessons? In my piano lessons, inspired by the Jacques-Dalcroze method, you'll enjoy a unique musical journey beyond just playing the piano and studying theory. You'll also be singing, improvising on the keyboard, and even moving to the music through dance. Learning piano should never be boring, and it certainly isn’t for me or my students. With me, you’ll discover the countless ways the piano can express music. You’ll explore compositions from various composers, periods, and styles, from the classical works of Mozart, Bach, Debussy, and Chopin, to modern pieces, pop songs, and jazz, including Shostakovich. Through eurhythmics exercises, you'll not only play but also feel the music by moving with it, enhancing your musical knowledge and deepening your emotional connection to sound. If you're unsure about moving with the music, don’t worry—I’ll be there to guide you in finding a way to enjoy and love music. I've played the piano since I was five years old and hold a Bachelor’s degree from the Geneva Music University. More recently, I completed my MA in Interdisciplinary Dance Performance at the Northern School of Contemporary Dance. While my teaching experience mainly focuses on children aged 5-10, I am also well-versed in providing music training and piano lessons for adults. Most lessons are 60 minutes long, but I’m happy to adapt the timing and content based on your needs. Please feel free to get in touch if you're interested in lessons. I look forward to sharing my passion for music with you!

Conall

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It might be easy to find an average guitar teacher, but genuine insight is much harder to come by - over the years, I've seen it all, and I want to use my experience to help you!

ABOUT ME
I am a friendly, solid, inspiring, patient, real-world music teacher, with over a decade's experience as a working, touring, studying, writing, teaching, musician!

APPROACH
Creating a nice atmosphere is really important to me. I'd love to know more about your goals and what excites you - your dreams might be as big as building a career in music, or as small as being able to perform a few songs to no-one but yourself and your cat. Anything and everything in between is totally valid and worth exploring!

THINGS I CAN HELP WITH
- How to get the most from music, whether that be through following a grade system, or just learning how to play the music you love.
- Getting to that "next level" of guitar playing, wherever you are at the moment
- Organising the fretboard, rhythm, inspiration, what to practice (at any level)
- Providing helpful real-world context for the things you might be learning at school/college/university/YouTube
- Songwriting/Arranging/Production, from very first steps to advanced concepts
- Blocks/worries you might have about any aspect of music, or a kind of music coaching role (I'm not a licensed therapist but I'm here for it!)

FIRST LESSON
This would be an introductory session, where we get a feel for each other and what your aims are. By having a chat, I find that "what we should work on" flows pretty naturally from this, and we'd be able to set out a rough syllabus of what we would work on for the next while.

FURTHER INFO/EXPERIENCE
- Professional musician for over a decade, most notably touring as a guitarist with US Artists Theo Katzman and May Erlewine, as well as a Fleetwood Mac tribute show.
- Taught 1-on-1 and ensemble lessons both privately and in schools, with a wiiiiide range of ability levels.
- I produce and release my own original music with 17k monthly listeners.
- Have worked as a session guitarist on a huge variety of genres (I can help you with pretty much any kind of music you can think of, but I'll be open and upfront with you if I feel my expertise doesn't match what you want. I'll be sorry to disappoint you that my, say, Bulgarian Folk knowledge isn't too hot...)
- Have composed/arranged music for national TV ad campaigns (TUI, Redbull and Vodafone IE)

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Want to take your music production to the next level? Whether you’re into pop, hip-hop, or dance music, this in-depth lesson will guide you through the entire process of making a professional track using Logic Pro. From programming drums and designing synths to recording vocals and mixing, you’ll learn how to craft polished, dynamic productions that stand out.

I’m a composer and producer with years of industry experience, having had multiple plays on BBC Radio 1 and BBC 6 Music, as well as composing music for AAA video games. I’ll share the techniques I’ve used to get my music heard on major platforms, giving you practical, real-world insights into making tracks that sound modern and professional.

Joshua

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I offer 1-to-1 tuition for piano, saxophone and music theory.
Experienced tutor teaching all ages, from young children to adults.
You can learn classical, pop, jazz, or theatrical genres.
We can work towards grades and exams with ABRSM.
I am an Associate of the Royal Schools of Music.

Luke

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In my lessons, I adopt a personalised approach tailored to each student's unique musical tastes and aspirations. My objective is to establish a strong foundation while fostering a deep connection between the student and the music they love, ensuring that lessons are both comfortable and enjoyable.

Drawing inspiration from my own mentors, I strive to instil a lifelong passion for music by focusing on technical proficiency, developing individual sound, and promoting self-expression and creativity.

I cultivate an environment where making mistakes is part of the learning process, providing a supportive and effective educational experience.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your skills, I'm here to help you grow as a musician. Together, we’ll work towards your musical goals and enjoy the process of making music.

Samson

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Samson is a multi-award-winning music producer and accomplished multi-instrumentalist with over a decade of experience in the music industry. Renowned for his creative versatility, he excels in music production, beat making, and programming across various genres. As a passionate educator, Sammyoung has over 5 years of experience teaching piano, guitar, and drums, as well as mentoring aspiring producers in the art of music production and digital audio workstations. His hands-on approach and deep industry knowledge have inspired many students to pursue professional careers in music.
Instrumental Tuition: Piano, Guitar, Drums Music Production & Beat Making DAWs: Logic Pro, FL Studio, Ableton Live Music Theory & Composition Studio Recording Techniques Lesson Planning & Student Assessment One-on-One and Group Teaching Youth Mentorship and Confidence Building Passionate Music Teacher with 5+ years of successfully teaching Piano, Guitar, and Drums