Guitar Lessons with a Working Musician – Learn Real-World Playing & Tone

From 68.27 C$ /h

I’m a professional guitarist, composer, and producer with over 30 years of experience in recording, performing, and restoring vintage instruments. My lessons are built around real-world playing — not endless scales, but practical music that builds confidence, creativity, and great tone.

Whether you’re a beginner just picking up the guitar or an experienced player looking to refine your sound, I’ll help you understand not only what to play but why it sounds good.

We’ll cover:

Building solid rhythm and expressive phrasing

Understanding tone, pedals, and gear setup

Classic rock, blues, and modern techniques

Playing with feel and intention

Optional lessons on recording and home setup

Lessons are relaxed, friendly, and tailored to your pace. I teach both in person (Amsterdam) and online, and every student gets a personalized plan that fits their goals — whether that’s playing your favorite songs, improving tone, or developing your own sound.

If you’ve ever wanted lessons from someone who’s been there, both on stage and in the studio, this is for you.

Location

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1054 HA Amsterdam, Netherlands

About Me

Hi, I’m Mike, a guitar teacher and English tutor based in Amsterdam with over 30 years of experience as a musician, composer, and educator.

I’ve worked professionally in recording studios, live performance, and music production — and I bring that real-world experience to my lessons. My guitar classes focus on practical playing skills for real musicians: rhythm, tone, timing, improvisation, and performance. Whether you’re a beginner learning your first chords or an experienced player looking to refine your style, I’ll help you build confidence and develop your own sound.

As an English teacher, I specialize in conversational English, pronunciation, and writing skills for adults and professionals. My lessons are designed to improve fluency and natural communication, whether for daily life, business, or creative work.

I believe that learning works best when it’s personal, practical, and enjoyable. Every student learns differently, so my approach is flexible and focused on real progress — not just theory.

If you’re looking for a guitar teacher or English tutor in Amsterdam who understands how to connect real-world experience with modern learning, I’d love to work with you.

Education

hold a Bachelor of Arts in Literature from California State University, Northridge (1989), which gave me a strong foundation in communication, writing, and analysis.
I also studied Japanese language at Temple University, Tokyo (2012), which deepened my understanding of second-language learning from a student’s perspective.

Experience / Qualifications

English Teaching: Years of experience teaching students of all levels at Nova, Gaba, and private sessions in Tokyo. Special focus on TOEIC preparation, conversation skills, and confidence building.

Music Instruction: Over 30 years as a guitarist, composer, and producer. Lessons include practical playing, tone development, and real-world musicianship for all levels.

Content Creator: Host of a YouTube channel centered on vintage instruments and smart, budget-conscious music gear choices.

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Japanese

Skills

Guitar

Music theory lessons

Music composition

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English Conversation and Writing with a Native Speaker near Vondelpark.

58.28 C$ /h

Are you ready to improve your English in a practical, enjoyable way? My lessons focus on real communication skills—speaking, listening, reading, and writing—that you can use in everyday life, at school, or at work.

Each lesson is tailored to your level and goals. Whether you want to:

Speak English more confidently in daily conversations

Improve your grammar and vocabulary

Prepare for school or university assignments

Practice English for work or business situations

Or simply feel more comfortable living in an English-speaking environment

...I will create a lesson plan just for you.

I’m a native English speaker with years of experience in music, business, and communication, so I bring a friendly, practical style to teaching. My goal is to help you learn English naturally, at your own pace, and enjoy the process.

Come join me, and let’s make English a skill you can truly use!

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With more than 5 years of experience teaching in music schools and 15 years as a private piano teacher, I developed an efficient and "fun-but-efficient" way to teach how to play the instrument. Every student is different, which means the way to play and learn shall be different, making every single lesson special and rewarding.

I also offer the possibility of teaching in groups: if you want to know more about this option.

Hope to see you soon in our class!

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Dario

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Professional guitarist
2 master degrees in Jazz and Live-Electronics at Conservatorium v Amsterdam

Let's learn songs from your favorite records and go through the theory behind each one of them.

The styles I mainly teach jazz, blues, rock; We will go through chords, scales and arpeggios, both with pick and finger picking.
Production and Electronics are also a possible topic of discussion.

Students of any level are welcome
LGBTQ + friendly

Bárbara

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Besides being a professional viola player, I am also studying teaching and music education, in order to become a better teacher and adequate my approach according to the individual needs of each student.
I have lots of experience teaching children and adults in my country and in teaching children here in the Netherlands!
I will also give you all the support to find the right instrument for yourself!

Ludovic

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Hey peeps!
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I can teach you how to play across several appointments during the week so you'll learn faster and enjoy playing straight from the beginning :)

Keep growing ♥️

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Lessons are offered in English.

Over 7 years of teaching experience.

Centrally located close to Vondelpark with great transport links.

Hygienic sanitization between classes.

Excellent communication between teacher and student/parent.

Average 5-star Google reviews.

Access to sheet music printing and a high-quality piano.

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We will talk about your goals and together we will figure out what you exactly need to level up.

I will design a practice schedule for you with suitable exercises that you personally enjoy and find fun, cos. Hey, music is supposed to be a stress buster, but that being said you gotta work to get better at anything.

We will also talk about how it is to be a professional musician in the current music scene, and what skills apart from drumming are needed to be a musician.

I have been teaching privately for the past 3 years, with happy students, and I am so glad that I am being able to help others move further in this journey of drums and life. Let's hang out soon, Cheers!

Jim

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My name is Jim, I am a singer and musician. I won "The Voice of Holland"(RTL) in 2019, in 2021 I graduated from the Amsterdam Conservatory and in 2022 I won "Better than Ever"(RTL)

I completed my conservatory training in Jazz Singing at the CvA, but I have worked in many other genres in recent years. I also studied guitar at the Conservatory and obtained my propaedeutic diploma there, after which I switched to singing at the Conservatory. .

In class we focus on what you want. I can teach you everything about singing, guitar, but also about music theory, song-writing, and playing other instruments such as bass guitar, piano and drums.
I teach everyone, from beginners to people who want to prepare for the entrance exam to the Conservatory.
You choose the genre! I have experience in almost all genres so we can focus on the music you like.

I have 12 years of experience in performing and have performed with the Metropool Orchestra, played at festivals such as Concert at Sea and performed in hundreds of theaters and stages across the country. I also have experience with recording albums and songwriting.

I teach in my studio where all the instruments are present and where we can also record things as practice.
Depending on your location, I also teach at home.

From 2024 I will start teaching, something I have always enjoyed but have never been able to do full-time. The process of learning has always intrigued me and I have a lot of desire and energy to embark on this adventure.

Maybe see you soon,

Jim

My name is Jim, I am a singer and musician. I won "The Voice of Holland"(RTL) in 2019, in 2021 I graduated from the Amsterdam Conservatory and in 2022 I won "Better than Ever"(RTL)

I completed my conservatory training in Jazz Singing at the CvA, but I have worked in many other genres in recent years. I also studied guitar at the Conservatory and obtained my propaedeutic diploma there, after which I switched to singing at the Conservatory.

In class we focus on what you want. I can teach you everything about singing, guitar, but also about music theory, song-writing, and playing other instruments such as bass guitar, piano and drums.
I teach everyone, from beginners to people who want to prepare for the entrance exam to the Conservatory.
You choose the genre! I have experience in almost all genres so we can focus on the music you like.

I have 12 years of experience in performing and have performed with the Metropool Orchestra, played at festivals such as Concert at Sea and performed in hundreds of theaters and stages across the country. I also have experience with recording albums and songwriting.

I teach in my studio where all the instruments are present and where we can also make recordings as practice.
Depending on your location, I also teach at home.

From 2024 I will start teaching, something I have always enjoyed but have never been able to do full-time. The process of learning has always intrigued me and It gives me a lot of joy and energy to embark on this adventure.

maybe see you in class!

Jim

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I sometimes cover theory and music together, sometimes separately. We tailor the lessons to your level and what you enjoy learning to play. Focusing on technique and theoretical knowledge is key—I want to teach you the basics so you can play as efficiently as possible.

I've been teaching guitar to a variety of students for five years now. Lessons are for everyone: from beginner to advanced, I can help you get started!

— All styles: rock, jazz, blues, fusion, big band, metal, classical — Playing theory and numbers in balance
— Lessons tailored to your level and taste
— Lessons last 45 minutes, but can be longer upon consultation

Easily book a lesson via hamishgitaar.nl

— ENGLISH —

I cover theory and songs — sometimes together, sometimes separately — depending on what works best for you. Lessons are tailored to your level and what you enjoy learning. Technique and theoretical knowledge are central: I want to give you a solid foundation so you can play as efficiently as possible.

I have been teaching guitar for 5 years to a wide range of students. Lessons are for everyone — from complete beginner to advanced, I can help you progress!

— All styles: rock, jazz, blues, fusion, big band, metal, classical — Balance of theory and playing real songs
— Lessons tailored to your level and taste
— Lessons are 45 minutes, longer by arrangement

Book a lesson easily at hamishgitaar.nl

Jan

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Guitar lessons designed to enhance your skills step-by-step. We start with a warm-up jam. You'll learn popular riffs and chord progressions broken down into manageable parts, ensuring thorough understanding and mastery. Playing along with backing tracks strengthens your timing and makes learning feel like a performance. Structured yet enjoyable approach to becoming a better guitarist!

Beatrice

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Would you like to learn the transverse flute with a new method?
This class is inspired to the Abreu method, the musical version of the Montessori teaching approach.

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Results have been amazing and I really hope you can be the next!

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- A playful approach! While learning the rules and the discipline behind music, we will boost your progress with a lot of fun. Thanks to the Abreu approach, we can master your solfeggio and play classical tracks at the same time.
- Teaching materials suitable for scholars of every level. Through many years of experience, I have collected an extremely wide range of sheets and exercises.
- During the first lesson, we schedule our work in mini-courses. This way you know exactly how much you will pay and in return for what.
- Everyone has potential and I am here to let you express it.

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Lesson Activities

Lessons can include a variety of activities:

Learning and exploring different repertoires

Improvisation and creating your own compositions

Developing rhythm, technique, and music theory

Discovering the harp through fun, child-friendly learning methods

Each lesson is tailored to the student’s age, level, and interests, making learning engaging and enjoyable for both children and adults.

Feel free to book a trial lesson, and don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions!

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- Ableton Live: From Basics to Advanced levels
- Electronic Music practice: recording, looping integrating acoustic instruments, MIDI instruments, sound synthesis, audio manipulation and sound design.
- Ear Training & Music Analysis: Analyse songs and sounds that inspire you to understand their musical elements.
- Sound Effects & Mixing: EQ, compression, distortion, reverb, panning, etc.
- Sound Processing & Manipulation: Advanced techniques to design unique sounds from scratch (stretching, pitch shifting, deconstruction, sampling and more).
- Music theory and creative tools.

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