1-1 Private Guitar Lessons (half hour)
Weekly guitar lessons for students who are looking to take up playing guitar or further develop their technique and playing ability. All abilities welcome!
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed30 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Class Experience
Welcome! My name is Matt and I have been teaching guitar for 6 years. I have a real passion for music, particularly electric guitar, and this is reflected in my lessons. We will have a lot of fun exploring the huge array of styles and techniques found in the guitar repertoire. Some of the topics we will cover in lessons will include… - Chords - Music theory - Fretboard knowledge - Reading Music - Picking techniques: alternate, economy, sweep and hybrid picking. - Finger picking (if student prefers not to use a pick) - Repertoire (songs tailored to the students interests and tastes) There is far more to dive into than that, but you can hopefully get a general idea of topics covered. I like to keep my lessons as relaxed as possible while still maintaining a sense of diligence towards what we are working on. Having fun while exploring the instrument ensures that you will see a good amount of progress in your playing. I received my BMus degree from the University of Surrey (United Kingdom) in 2020, my main instrument being the electric guitar. I have experience playing rock, metal, blues, pop, etc, so there is a lot of ground we could cover there. I also play in theatre shows in and around London so we could always explore music from some big shows which is always interesting. Looking forward to seeing you in my lessons!
Other Details
Supply List
- Guitar (Acoustic or electric - amp required for electric) - Guitar plectrum if students wishes - Tuner - metronome (although you can just download one on tablet or use a browser based metronome) - books/songs and other materials will be discussed in class and are tailored to each student. Quite often I use a program called soundslice and provide material for my students on there, as it allows them to practice easily at home with backing tracks.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2021
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Surrey
I'm Matt, a dedicated music educator with three years of experience. My journey began while studying music in the UK, where I developed a deep passion for teaching.
I specialise in guitar, piano, and music theory, emphasising strong technique and a solid grasp of musical fundamentals like chords, scales, intervals, and ear training.
My teaching approach is all about tailoring lessons to my students' interests while building a strong foundation. I believe everyone has their unique musical "voice" to discover.
Born in South Africa, I love sharing stories of my African upbringing, adding a touch of humour and cultural richness to our lessons.
Join me on a musical adventure where we combine fun, skill-building, and the joy of discovering your own musical expression.Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$35
per sessionMeets on demand
30 min
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Ages: 7-18
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