Professional Guitar Lessons – also prep for ABRSM exam

From 85 £ /h

🎸 Did you know that guitar students can work towards internationally recognised music qualifications?
I prepare children and adults for ABRSM exams (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) - a recognised system of music exams used around the world, with grades taking students step by step from beginner to advanced level.
The qualification gives students a recognised record of their musical achievement. The higher grades can also be useful when applying for further music studies and, in the UK, some university applications.
But for me, the best thing about preparing for an exam isn't the certificate. It's having something real to work towards. You learn pieces, develop your technique, see your progress and have the satisfaction of reaching the next level.
My students have consistently achieved excellent ABRSM guitar results, with 95–100% pass rates.
I'm a professional guitarist with over 20 years of performing experience, a Master's degree in Jazz Performance & Production, and many years of teaching experience.
I have a few places available for the new academic year, for both children and adults.
If you'd like to know how ABRSM works and whether it could be right for you or your child, just send me a message.

Extra information

Beginners are very welcome - no previous musical experience is required.
If you do not yet own a guitar, I can also help you choose a suitable instrument according to your level, musical interests and budget. In some cases, it may also be possible to borrow an instrument temporarily for the first lessons.

Location

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At student's location :

Around Versoix, Switzerland

Around Nyon, Switzerland

Around Divonne-les-Bains, France

Around Gex, France

Around Geneva, Switzerland

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Versoix, Switzerland

Online from Switzerland

About Me

My name is Yalçın. I am a professional guitar teacher, jazz musician, composer and performer with more than 20 years of teaching experience in music schools and private lessons, including in Switzerland.
I hold a Master’s degree in Jazz and Classical Guitar and teach classical guitar, electric guitar, ukulele and bass to both adults and children, from complete beginners to more advanced students.
Alongside teaching, I continue to actively develop my career as a musician and composer, which allows me to bring both academic knowledge and real performance experience into my lessons.
I believe music education should combine discipline, creativity and enjoyment. My goal is to create a positive, motivating and supportive atmosphere where students can progress confidently at their own pace while developing both technical skills and musical expression.
I teach in English, German and Turkish.

Education

Master’s degree in Jazz and Classical Guitar Bahcesehir University Conservatory (BAU) (Turkey).
Continued professional development through advanced guitar studies and collaboration with professional jazz and classical musicians.
Extensive experience in performance, composition and music education alongside long-term teaching practice in music schools and private lessons.

Experience / Qualifications

• More than 20 years of teaching experience in music schools and private lessons
• Master’s degree in Jazz and Classical Guitar
• Professional jazz musician, composer and performer
• Experience teaching adults, children and complete beginners
• Preparation for ABRSM guitar examinations (100% success rate)
• Teaching experience in Switzerland, including private lessons and music schools
• Lessons available in English, German and Turkish
• Classical guitar, electric guitar, ukulele and bass instruction

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

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Turkish

German

Skills

Guitar

Classical

Acoustic

Jazz

Pop

Rock

Electric

Rnb

Availability of a typical week

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New York

At teacher's location and via webcam

At student's home

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20-24

Fun & Personalized Ukulele Lessons for All Ages and Levels

85 £ /h

I offer personalized ukulele lessons for adults and children of all levels, from complete beginners to more advanced students wishing to improve technique, rhythm and musical expression.
Lessons are adapted to each student’s goals, musical tastes and pace of learning.
My teaching approach focuses on creating a positive, supportive and motivating atmosphere where students feel comfortable learning at their own pace while building confidence through practical music-making.
As a professional musician, composer and teacher with more than 20 years of teaching experience, including in Switzerland, help students develop both strong musical foundations and genuine enjoyment in playing music.
Lessons are available in English, German and Turkish.

Marek

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Classes of guitar, classical, electric, accompaniment, bass for children and adults

Courses adapted to your age and level, even for children from 7 years old with a small guitar. Still a few places available. By professional. Current music, accompaniment of songs or classical pieces. All this with the basics of musical theory taught with humor and efficiency. Paper and multimedia supports. Participation in concerts and auditions.

You can also rent your instrument from us or buy it at very good conditions.

The courses can take place in La-Tour-de-Peilz (VD), or I can come to you in the Geneva, Vevey or Montreux region.

Yuri

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EVERY CHILD CAN! Learning to play the guitar according to the Suzuki method is more than just music! We learn by the approach of the "Mother Tongue", playing and having fun. Children - from the age of 3 - develop, among other things, listening, memory, musical sense, concentration, discipline, respect. Collective workshops stimulate learning, and children learn to play together.
The "Suzuki Triangle", teacher, parent, student, reinforces the parental-child bond. Parents learn with their child and participate in lessons.
Music theory is included in the lessons, in a fun way.
Professor graduated from the Conservatoire with honors, graduated from the Suzuki method in Turin.
Also available for adult classes!

Laurent

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Passionate about music and graduated from the Conservatory of Music in Geneva, private guitar teacher since 2015, I started playing the guitar at the age of 8 in 1999, I want to teach you to play this instrument in a simple and intuitive way.
I can teach you to read a sheet music, to play one of your favorite pieces, to know your scales, your chords and also to improvise.
My hours are flexible and I also teach on weekends.
I am always happy to teach this instrument to whoever wants it so I encourage you to contact me even with a simple question.

Fabian

4.81

(21)

Hello!
Passionate about music and guitar-playing, I can offer electric and acoustic guitar lessons for beginners and lower intermediate levels. I have been playing the guitar for more than 15 years. I can teach different techniques and styles of playing, and help discover and learn songs from a variety of genres such as blues, rock, funk, folk etc.
I can teach in English, French or German. All ages are welcome!

Camille

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Folk or classical acoustic guitar.

The teaching philosophy is adapted to the level of each individual, according to the pace of work and motivation.

For example, for beginners: Technique of the plectrum or fingers, coordination and correction of the right and left hand. Learning basic chords, simple themes, simple rhythms, reading tablatures (...).

For intermediaries: development of rhythm, construction of chords, writing of tablatures, basic notions of harmony (...).

Depending on your goals, you can learn, if you wish, to play 60 to 80% of current music from the first lessons, which often use the same chords and the same techniques. The objectives take into consideration the following points:

-Study of various playing techniques, chords, harmony, music of your choice, rhythm, with reading of tablature, teaching structured around the repertoire you like, technique of developing the musical ear
- Discovery of the neck, notes and basic positions of open chords
- Left / right hand coordination and rhythm exercises for the right hand
- Learning of different pieces of your choice
- Left hand control exercises, speed and precision
- Learning arpeggios
- Work around muscle memory
- Learning improvisation, musical play with others
- Ear training: use your ears to find chords, melodies, sounds and techniques used
-Spend a pleasant moment of exchange, without unnecessary institutional pressure, while obtaining concrete results
-Understand and discover the many facets of an exciting and user-friendly instrument
- Benefit from personalized advice on your posture and certain pitfalls to avoid when starting alone
-Adjust and clarify your self-taught knowledge
- Learn tablatures / tabs & in English.

Note :
- Possibility to use the guitar available on site, during the test phase.
- As our teacher is also a singing teacher, it is possible to combine the two disciplines: guitar + vocal instrument, and to work on synchronization, style and accuracy.
- Possibility of offering this course (birthday, party, Christmas, event ...) to the person of your choice.

THE TEACHER :
Trained in Grande Ecole post-preparatory classes & Ivy League university in the United States, our teacher has specialized and has worked for more than 15 years, in Europe and North America, in the field, in renowned international public and private establishments, with careful pedagogy and methodology as the watchwords.

PLACES :
- Locations: Geneva-Lausanne-Friborg-Neuchâtel-Montreux-Bâle-Sion-Sierre-Morges-Bienne. But currently, only by videoconference in accordance with national recommendations on Covid. These sessions also seem to be perfectly unanimous since they have the advantages of direct (example: quality of the interaction), without its disadvantages (ex: loss of travel time), with additional advantages (ex: of notes on the chat, which can be reread afterwards). In this context, these videoconference sessions for which you have requested me, seem to arouse a certain enthusiasm (and a certain enthusiasm). At your request, I therefore continue to offer them.

Petra

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Hello there,

I am very patient when it comes to teaching. I'm an experienced teacher who can help complete beginners to become autonomous players.

What I can do for you:
- Take you from the beginning and teach you some basic guitar chords.
- Teach you in a very fun way how to sing while playing guitar.

Of course, you can choose which songs we are going to work on.

I hope to see you very soon in my private guitar lessons!

Thank you,
Petra

*French*

Hello everyone !

I am very patient when it comes to teaching. I have experience and can help you start from the basics of guitar to become independent players.

What I can do for you:
- Starting from the very beginning and teaching you the basic chords.
- Fun way to teach you to sing while playing.

Of course, all this can be done from the songs of your choice.

I look forward to seeing you soon at my private guitar lessons!

Thank you so much !
Petra

Axel

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Guitar/Bass lessons in English or French for beginners and intermediate players.

If you're new to guitar or you just need to improve your playing, I would be delighted to help you develop your skills through learning songs and working on techniques. I'll always be adapting my teaching to suit you and the goals you would like to achieve.
Most of all, I would help with building confidence as a guitar/bass player so that you can comfortably play with others!

I have a relaxed teaching approach that isn't too formal and academic, I'm simply a passionate, experienced musician who loves to share knowledge!

Maja

4.81

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I offer guitar lessons for all ages and levels.
My lessons are based on the student's individual interests and objectives (it is possible to work on different styles and repertoires).
My goal is to create a pleasant atmosphere as well as do everything possible to see my students evolve.
Music theory is also a part of my teaching, an important element in learning music.

A graduate of the Music Academy of Ljubljana (Slovenia) and the Haute École de Musique de Genève, I am continuing my studies in a Master's degree in pedagogy at the HEM in Geneva with Judicaël Perroy.
I have teaching experiences in private lessons as well as masterclasses through different European festivals.

Guy

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Whether a complete beginner or a student preparing for competitions, my goal is to give each student the tools to achieve their own personal goals - and make music a positive influence in their life.

I aim to teach my students the skills necessary to be able to explore the guitar with independence and confidence, so that they can use their knowledge regardless of the style and repertoire they choose to play.

I strive to create a fun and motivating atmosphere in my classes, while providing the technical, theoretical and artistic tools necessary to progress quickly.

About me :

I obtained my bachelor's degree from the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance in 2022, my master's degree in musical performance from HEM Geneva in 2024, and I am currently pursuing a master's degree in pedagogy at HEM Geneva in Judicael Perroy's class.

Having played classical guitar since the age of 9, I regularly participate in concerts, masterclasses, and international competitions - where I have won several awards. I have years of experience teaching children and adults, both in Geneva and abroad.

Francisco

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I give private guitar lessons for all levels, from beginners to advanced, and no matter your age.
With me as your teacher, you can expect:
- Learn technical basics, such as correct posture, how to place your hands, and how to produce quality sound.
- Discover music theory so as to read scores and understand harmony.
- If you are already advanced, we will work on exercises to improve your speed and the quality of your game, while keeping a relaxed approach.
- Explore different styles of music, whether rock, pop or even classical music, suitable for your level, whether you are a beginner or advanced.
In addition, I can give you lessons in French, English, Portuguese, Italian or Spanish.

Henri

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In this course you will learn to master different registers such as blues, rock or metal, and to develop your own style.

The course includes practical and theoretical concepts in playing technique and improvisation.
(Theory and music theory are optional)

I offer classes at your home, you are also welcome to take classes at my home as well as online!

Each course is personalized according to the needs and desires of the student.

Josselin

4.81

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We will cover targeted concepts and techniques to achieve your goals and adapted to the way you learn best. Sheet music, oral, visual, annotations or adapted scores are all tools that I keep at my disposal according to needs. Music theory can help some people, in certain forms and in measured doses, while others, on the contrary, do not need it. It does not take me much time to learn to understand you and from the first session I will have targeted one or more approaches that will suit you. I still have one rule at heart, and that is to always maintain musicality and take pleasure even when playing simple things or exercises. Learning should never become a chore and should be a pleasure just as much as enjoying a good level of playing.

Danilo

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(21)

Hello!

Passionate about guitar for many years and a graduate in contemporary music, I offer personalized lessons in electric and acoustic guitar, as well as harmony and music theory.

My approach is designed to be easy, fun, and comprehensive. Whether you're a complete beginner or a musician looking to deepen your knowledge, I adapt to your pace and musical tastes (Rock, Blues, Hard Rock, Pop, etc.).

The program includes:
Learning songs you love from the very first lessons.
Mastering fundamental techniques (chords, rhythm, improvisation).

In-depth exploration: pentatonic scales, triads, arpeggios, and playing with chord changes.
Theory and harmony applied directly to the fretboard to help you understand what you're playing.
My goal is to give you the tools to become independent and unleash your creativity, all in a relaxed and motivating atmosphere. Lessons are available for both children and adults.
Ready to take your game to the next level?

Contact me to schedule our first session!

Emilio

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I offer guitar lessons tailored to your desires and goals, whether you are a beginner or already advanced. We can work on different styles, in particular pop, rock and an introduction to jazz.

Depending on your level, we will cover:

the basics of the instrument (posture, chords, rhythms)
accompaniment (strumming, picking, playing and singing)
group play and rhythmic setup
improvisation and the basics of jazz language
learning pieces you like
the concepts of harmony applied to the guitar

My goal is to give you concrete tools to quickly play music, develop your ear and your autonomy, while maintaining a lively, structured and motivating approach.

Luis

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My lessons are tailored to the student's musical interests. I can focus on classical training (solfège, music theory) or on popular music (rock, pop, etc.), always ensuring that the student enjoys making music.
Courses available in French, Spanish and English.