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I am an adaptable guitar player aiming to teach guitar from the basics to a comfortable level.
£18/hr
Charlie Ivens
CountyWest Ham, Canning Town, East ...
SubjectGuitar

I am an adaptable guitar player aiming to teach guitar from the basics to a comfortable level.

I will teach with adaptability in mind, where the music taste of the individual is at the heart of what i am teaching, as their is nothing...
CountyWest Ham, Canning Town, East ...
SubjectGuitar

I am an adaptable guitar player aiming to teach guitar from the basics to a comfortable level.

I will teach with adaptability in mind, where the music taste of the individual is at the heart of what i am teaching, as their is nothing...
£30/hr
First class free
Pete Tomkins
Online
CountyIpswich, Bramford, Sproughton...
SubjectGuitar

Professional Music Tutor, teaching all skill levels and age ranges

20+ years of playing experience, I've worked in music for majority of my career.Highly regarded as an incredibly competent and technical pl...
CountyIpswich, Bramford, Sproughton...
SubjectGuitar

Professional Music Tutor, teaching all skill levels and age ranges

20+ years of playing experience, I've worked in music for majority of my career.Highly regarded as an incredibly competent and technical pl...
🎸 Learn Guitar with a Lifelong American Musician — Now Teaching from the UK!
£30/hr
First class free
Jk
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

🎸 Learn Guitar with a Lifelong American Musician — Now Teaching from the UK!

Ready to start your guitar journey or finally level up those chords you’ve been wrestling with? I’m an American guitarist with a lifetime o...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

🎸 Learn Guitar with a Lifelong American Musician — Now Teaching from the UK!

Ready to start your guitar journey or finally level up those chords you’ve been wrestling with? I’m an American guitarist with a lifetime o...
Looking to pick up a guitar and play your first song?
£32/hr
First class free
Sam
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Looking to pick up a guitar and play your first song?

I keep lessons relaxed, practical, and tailored to you. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, we’ll focus o...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Looking to pick up a guitar and play your first song?

I keep lessons relaxed, practical, and tailored to you. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, we’ll focus o...
Play Real Songs on Guitar – Beginner Friendly Lessons
£32/hr
First class free
Sam
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Play Real Songs on Guitar – Beginner Friendly Lessons

I keep lessons relaxed, practical, and tailored to you. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, we’ll focus o...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Play Real Songs on Guitar – Beginner Friendly Lessons

I keep lessons relaxed, practical, and tailored to you. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, we’ll focus o...
Classical guitar, lute, and early music teacher
£50/hr
5.0(2 Reviews)
Yair
CountyHighgate Greater London, Fins...
SubjectGuitar

Classical guitar, lute, and early music teacher

I have a Masters in Music Performance from the Guildhall School of Music & Drama.I have been teaching classical guitar and lute for over 20...
CountyHighgate Greater London, Fins...
SubjectGuitar

Classical guitar, lute, and early music teacher

I have a Masters in Music Performance from the Guildhall School of Music & Drama.I have been teaching classical guitar and lute for over 20...
Experienced Classical & Acoustic Guitar & Ukulele Teacher
£48/hr
First class free
5.0(2 Reviews)
Rachael - Experienced Guitar and Ukulele Teacher, patient, encouraging and beginner friendly!
CountyChertsey
SubjectGuitar

Experienced Classical & Acoustic Guitar & Ukulele Teacher

Hello, my name is Rachael. I've been teaching Classical and Acoustic Guitar for over 25 years in schools and privately at my home to both a...
CountyChertsey
SubjectGuitar

Experienced Classical & Acoustic Guitar & Ukulele Teacher

Hello, my name is Rachael. I've been teaching Classical and Acoustic Guitar for over 25 years in schools and privately at my home to both a...
My lessons are aimed at people who are just starting off in learning the instrument
£13/hr
First class free
Luca
CountyStoke-On-Trent, Basford, , C...
SubjectGuitar

My lessons are aimed at people who are just starting off in learning the instrument

personalised beginner lessons. starting off with the basics such as the basic chords, switching of chords and how to read tabs. then learni...
CountyStoke-On-Trent, Basford, , C...
SubjectGuitar

My lessons are aimed at people who are just starting off in learning the instrument

personalised beginner lessons. starting off with the basics such as the basic chords, switching of chords and how to read tabs. then learni...
£30/hr
John
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

I give private lessons to any standard and grades 1-8

Passionate guitar teacher with lots of recording and touring experience, worked with artists such as squeeze, Eave’s wilder and more, able...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

I give private lessons to any standard and grades 1-8

Passionate guitar teacher with lots of recording and touring experience, worked with artists such as squeeze, Eave’s wilder and more, able...
My lessons are aimed at students who want to start off their guitar playing skills with ease and great understanding
£15/hr
First class free
Luca
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

My lessons are aimed at students who want to start off their guitar playing skills with ease and great understanding

Hello! My name is Luca and I am here to help you kickstart your guitar playing skills. I have been playing for multiple years and have play...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

My lessons are aimed at students who want to start off their guitar playing skills with ease and great understanding

Hello! My name is Luca and I am here to help you kickstart your guitar playing skills. I have been playing for multiple years and have play...
Patient and Enthusiastic Guitar and Music Tutor looking for new students
£40/hr
First class free
Ben
CountyLytham St Annes, Common Edge,...
SubjectGuitar

Patient and Enthusiastic Guitar and Music Tutor looking for new students

I have been playing guitar for 20 years and teaching music for 7 years, performing in a variety of bands and ensembles along the way. My ma...
CountyLytham St Annes, Common Edge,...
SubjectGuitar

Patient and Enthusiastic Guitar and Music Tutor looking for new students

I have been playing guitar for 20 years and teaching music for 7 years, performing in a variety of bands and ensembles along the way. My ma...
Interested in guitar? I can help you with getting started or honing your ability.
£25/hr
First class free
Sam
DBS checkDBS check
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Interested in guitar? I can help you with getting started or honing your ability.

I have had over 10 years of experience on the guitar and have achieved my bachelors degree from BIMM Institute Brighton where I cater my co...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Interested in guitar? I can help you with getting started or honing your ability.

I have had over 10 years of experience on the guitar and have achieved my bachelors degree from BIMM Institute Brighton where I cater my co...
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£15/hr
Christopher Smith
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Enthusiastic. Driven. Detailed. Open. Patient. Knowledgeable. Diverse. Positive

I will teach my lessons by customising the experience to who is learning. Engaging their interests first before expanding to other realms....
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Enthusiastic. Driven. Detailed. Open. Patient. Knowledgeable. Diverse. Positive

I will teach my lessons by customising the experience to who is learning. Engaging their interests first before expanding to other realms....
Private guitar lessons (Total Beginner - Intermediate)
£25/hr
First class free
Sam
DBS checkDBS check
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Private guitar lessons (Total Beginner - Intermediate)

I have over 10 years of experience on the guitar and a bachelors in music performance from BIMM University. Whether you are just starting o...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Private guitar lessons (Total Beginner - Intermediate)

I have over 10 years of experience on the guitar and a bachelors in music performance from BIMM University. Whether you are just starting o...
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Guitar tutoring for any age (Beginner - intermediate)
£25/hr
First class free
Sam
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CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Guitar tutoring for any age (Beginner - intermediate)

I have over 10 years of experience on the guitar and a bachelors degree in music performance from BIMM Institute. Whether you are just star...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Guitar tutoring for any age (Beginner - intermediate)

I have over 10 years of experience on the guitar and a bachelors degree in music performance from BIMM Institute. Whether you are just star...
DBS checkDBS check
I give private lessons, and prefer beginners so I can fully break down music theory.
£20/hr
Tim
CountyLondon, Harlesden, Kingsbury ...
SubjectGuitar

I give private lessons, and prefer beginners so I can fully break down music theory.

I thought Myself how to play the guitar after learning the piano, now I want to teach it as simply as possible to anyone who is just gettin...
CountyLondon, Harlesden, Kingsbury ...
SubjectGuitar

I give private lessons, and prefer beginners so I can fully break down music theory.

I thought Myself how to play the guitar after learning the piano, now I want to teach it as simply as possible to anyone who is just gettin...
£12/hr
Krish
CountyBirmingham
SubjectGuitar

Grade 8 guitar and music theory easily able to teach up to grade 5. Can teach both classical and electric guitar.

I can help with getting guitars, music books for grades and teaching students to maintain their instruments. Encouraging students to engage...
CountyBirmingham
SubjectGuitar

Grade 8 guitar and music theory easily able to teach up to grade 5. Can teach both classical and electric guitar.

I can help with getting guitars, music books for grades and teaching students to maintain their instruments. Encouraging students to engage...
Patient, structured guitar tutor for beginners to intermediate
£20/hr
Eddie
CountyBolton
SubjectGuitar

Patient, structured guitar tutor for beginners to intermediate

I teach step-by-step, mixing technique, songs, and timing drills, tailored to your goals, with clear practice plans, feedback, and supporti...
CountyBolton
SubjectGuitar

Patient, structured guitar tutor for beginners to intermediate

I teach step-by-step, mixing technique, songs, and timing drills, tailored to your goals, with clear practice plans, feedback, and supporti...
I offer personalised guitar lessons to beginner guitarists!
£10/hr
Jimmy
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

I offer personalised guitar lessons to beginner guitarists!

Hey! I’m a 21 year old friendly guitar player offering private, personalised lessons to beginner guitarists! I have 4 years of experience p...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

I offer personalised guitar lessons to beginner guitarists!

Hey! I’m a 21 year old friendly guitar player offering private, personalised lessons to beginner guitarists! I have 4 years of experience p...
Wimbledon Bass and Electric Guitar teacher
£30/hr
First class free
Nathaniel
DBS checkDBS check
CountyWimbledon
SubjectGuitar

Wimbledon Bass and Electric Guitar teacher

I am a first study bassist with a degree in Popular Music Performance and 10 years of practical guitar, bass, and music tech experience. I...
CountyWimbledon
SubjectGuitar

Wimbledon Bass and Electric Guitar teacher

I am a first study bassist with a degree in Popular Music Performance and 10 years of practical guitar, bass, and music tech experience. I...
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Guitar Tutoring

🎸 How can I find guitar lessons?

On FindTutors, you can easily find private guitar tutors by using the search bar if you're looking for music classes near you or online. We recommend contacting the private guitar teachers to ask about their teaching methods and availability. You should also check the reviews of other students. Many guitar tutors have the genre of music they usually play on their profile, and you can even ask them for their experience, qualifications and background in music.

💻 Where can I find a guitar tutor near me?

If you're wondering “where can I find music classes near me?”, you're in the right place. Here are some of the places where you can find guitar lessons near you:

  • FindTutors: We have hundreds of guitar tutors from all over the UK. Enter your area into the search bar and filter to see guitar tutors near you.
  • Music schools: Music schools often offer group lessons separated by age or ability.

💵 What is the price of private guitar lessons?

The price of the private guitar lessons varies depending on the type of lesson, the experience of the tutor and, of course, their qualifications. At FindTutors you will see that guitar lessons cost around £24 an hour.

🏠 Can I learn to play the guitar at home?

Learning to play the guitar is one of those things that can be done at any time. The ability to choose between online or private guitar lessons, as previously noted, is a huge benefit that lets you master any new talent without ever leaving the comforts of your house.

🤷🏻 What types of guitar can I learn to play?

Private lessons are currently available for learning to play different guitar styles: electric, electro-acoustic, bass and acoustic.

  • Acoustic: A soundboard is a defining feature of this guitar genre.
  • Electro-acoustic guitars are a hybrid of acoustic and electric guitars. They are distinguished by having pickups, a microphone, or transducers in addition to the body of an acoustic guitar.
  • Electric: By prolonging the notes further, an electric guitar allows for timbre alterations.
  • Built like an electric guitar, a bass guitar is a plucked string instrument that produces lower frequencies.

Guitar lessons and their benefits

Electric guitar versus acoustic guitar

It's critical to understand the distinctions between acoustic and electric guitars when learning to play. If you're not experienced with musical instruments, you can ask a private guitar teacher about the type of the instrument you'd like to play.

Electric guitars have a distinct style, but acoustic guitars have a more conventional appearance. Unlike acoustic guitars, which have gentle curves, they are sharp and elongated. 

Acoustic guitars have a more classical sound because they don't require an amplifier, whereas electric guitars have a completely different sound because they require one. Additionally, its sound can be tuned to provide various effects based on the kind of music you choose to perform.

Acoustic guitars get a lot of personality from their soundboard. On the other hand, because the vibration of the strings produces electrical signals that produce the sounds, electric guitars have a solid body. In order to transfer vibration to the strings, electric guitars typically require picks.

In contrast, acoustic guitars often do not require picks, but it is frequently advised to use them in beginning guitar lessons. Electric guitars require an amplifier and pedals to replicate the sound, whilst acoustic guitars only require a strap and case.

What can I learn in guitar lessons?

There are various benefits of finding music classes near you or online. There are various methods to learn how to play the electric and acoustic guitar. Regardless of the approach you take, acquiring guitar skills offers numerous advantages. Guitar lessons are beneficial, not just for mastering the guitar. 

  • It enhances social development. Playing the guitar, particularly in a group setting, assists in enhancing and fostering children's social skills. A key benefit of this instrument is that it can be performed solo or alongside other instruments, like the piano.
  • It significantly enhances focus. Private guitar lessons promote the cultivation of concentration, since it is an instrument that necessitates engaging all mental and intellectual abilities.
  • Gives you discipline: Attending guitar lessons encourages the development of discipline, because it is no secret that in order to play the guitar correctly it is essential to spend many hours practising and making mistakes in order to correct them afterwards.

Finding the ideal private guitar teacher

To choose the best guitar tutor for you, you should take into account these tips:

  • Searching for testimonials is important: It is important that you look for recommendations and reviews of the private guitar tutor from previous students to make sure they are a good teacher. This is a very important resource to save time and money when choosing your music tutor.
  • Choose an experienced tutor: Everyone learns differently and at different speeds. It is therefore essential that the guitar tutor that you choose is experienced, this way they will have dealt with lots of different types of students
  • Establish what kind of tutor you want: Obviously, a professional and experienced music tutor will know exactly what is best for each student. However, you should also consider whether you want in-person or online tuition.

The teaching process should be fun: We know you are finding tutors to learn a new instrument, but don't forget that these are guitar lessons. It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or advanced, you should always make sure to have fun. It doesn't matter how talented and skilled the teacher is, but if the lesson becomes boring, it will affect your learning.

In-person vs online lessons

It is normal to question if it's better to find guitar tutors near you or online. This is a personal choice and depends on a variety of factors, including your availability and schedule, as well as your learning style. Perhaps you feel that taking classes near you would hold you accountable and motivate you to keep up with the guitar. As well as this, if you're a beginner at guitar, it may be easier for your guitar tutor to correct your form or hear if you're having any tuning issues with your guitar with in-person tuition.

However, with the advance in technology and the quality of online platforms, it's become easier than ever to take online music lessons. You can still communicate with your online guitar tutor in real time, they can share various online resources with you, and you can even record the lessons so that you can go back and review them later.