Guitar, bass guitar, theory, composition, arranging and music production.

From 70 C$ /h

I'm a musician, composer and producer from the UK with more than 20 yrs teaching experience.
I give classes for guitar, bass guitar, theory, composition, arranging, mixing and production in English with intermediate Spanish.

I have my own approach to teaching drawn from my own inspirational teachers and the experience of teaching, performing and recording for over 30 years.

I adapt to the needs and goals of the student, but a typical 1st year class for guitar would involve focusing on a variety of pieces in different styles and suggestions of any helpful technical exercises, reading, rhythm playing, expanding chord/harmony knowledge and supporting theory. In time I would include new techniques as required by the piece and style and improvisation/composition to follow the student’s interest.

I have developed an accelerated program with the goal of the student playing their favourite pieces as soon as possible. My constant aim is to find the right balance between student motivation and a thorough musical grounding, equipping the student for the future.

If you're starting or improving guitar or need help with your songs ask me anything.

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Around Barcelona, Spain

Around Badalona, Spain

About Me

As a guitarist and composer, I’ve been on a musical journey most of my life. I’d be happy to help you on your journey in any way that I can, whether you’re starting out or further along the road. Whatever you need guidance on: technique, music theory, improvisation or writing/producing; my goal in every case is to equip students with the skills & knowledge they need to play the music they want as soon as possible and providing the tools to be independent musicians in the future.

Education

Bachelor of music, BMus (Hons), University of Surrey, UK
Music for Media - diploma, University of Bournemouth, UK
Associated Board Music Exams:
* ABRSM Classical Guitar - Grade 8; merit
* ABRSM Music Theory - Grade 8
* ABRSM Piano - Grade 6
* ABRSM Viola - Grade 5
* ABRSM General Musicianship - Grade 5; distinction

Experience / Qualifications

I studied classical guitar with Vincent Lindsey-Clark and composition with Sebastian Forbes at University of Surrey, UK.

I played acoustic guitars with the Andy Raven Band playing ‘Urban Folk’ music and electric guitar with bands including: Recent Fiction, Nebula, COMA Oxford plus other cover bands and session work. Stylistically from indie-pop to prog rock, folk, jazz, blues and experimental contemporary music.

I’ve taught all styles of guitar and bass to children and adults in the UK for 20 years, privately and in schools.

I owned Broadhurst Studios in Hampshire, where I recorded and produced local bands and artists for 5 yrs.

For 3 years I taught recording and music production at Trinity College, Newbury.

As a composer, I’ve written music for dance company commissions, toured internationally, and designed sound, sometimes with my original music for various film and media projects.  Recently I've written and produced my own songs.

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

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