Work with a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire graduate for lessons centered on expressive performance.
Private lessons - Ben Muirhead
Bachelors degree
$37
$34
/ hour
Guitar teacher who keeps it simple
Breaks down chords and strumming in easy steps
Guitar lessons that keep kids motivated
No reminders needed, students are eager to attend
Flexible scheduling for guitar lessons
92% students say guitar classes easily fit into their weekly routines
About your guitar teacher
With over a decade of experience in teaching guitar, a Bachelor's degree in music, and a passion for helping students unlock their musical potential, I'm Ben Muirhead, your dedicated guitar tutor. From kids to adults, beginners to advanced players, I cater to all levels of guitar enthusiasts. My specialties range from chord progressions to fingerstyle techniques, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. Using interactive learning activities and personalized practice plans, I create a supportive space where students thrive. Whether it's mastering scales and modes or diving into music theory, I tailor lessons to individual needs. My goal is to ignite a lifelong love for music in each student, fostering growth and creativity along the way. Having performed internationally and led bands across various genres, I bring a wealth of practical knowledge to every lesson. From acoustic to electric, bass to advanced techniques, I'm here to guide you on your musical journey. Let's strum, pick, and play our way to musical excellence together!
Guitar lessons overview
As a Guitar and Bass Guitar tutor, I specialize in teaching students of all levels in an engaging and progressive manner. My teaching style combines performance coaching with empathetic guidance, focusing on ear training and practical skill development. I use tech tools like Amp Simulators, DAWs, and Ear Training Software to enhance the learning experience both online and offline. I tailor lessons to align with various curricula such as A-Levels, AP Programs, and IB, ensuring a comprehensive educational approach. With a diverse audience of 200+ students, including kids, beginners, and advanced players, I offer personalized instruction to nurture each student's musical journey effectively. Whether you aspire to master basics or refine advanced techniques, my methodology emphasizes enjoyment, creativity, and steady progress towards achieving your musical aspirations.
Student types for guitar lessons
Guitar for kids
Guitar for beginners
Guitar for intermediate
All Levels
Guitar for adults
Guitar for advanced
ADHD
ASD
Learning Disabilities
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
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Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Bass Guitar
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Guitar concept taught by Ben
Ben is teaching E Floyd a challenging bassline from a song (possibly by Julian Casablancas) that requires a bass tuned down a half step. They're working around the low E flat note limitation of E Floyd's standard-tuned bass by adapting the bassline and exploring alternative fingerings, muting techniques, and rhythmic approaches for the verse and chorus. They also discuss exercises, future lessons, and other bands with good basslines.
Tuning Down
Hybrid Bass Playing
G Flat Note
Syncopation
Ben Muirhead and E Floyd practiced playing bass with a pick, focusing on scales, rhythmic exercises, and techniques for different sounds. E Floyd worked on minor pentatonic and natural minor scales, and Ben offered to provide tabs and notes for reference. They plan to learn "Instant Crush" by Julian Casablancas and Daft Punk in the next session.
Pick Holding
String Crossing
Rhythmic Variations
Minor Pentatonic vs. Natural Minor
Ben taught E Floyd a Cure bassline, concentrating on technique, fingerings, and musicality. They covered muting, riff structure, and practicing in various positions. Ben encouraged E Floyd to play with others and offered flexible scheduling for future lessons.
Fingerboard Understanding
Alternate Picking
Muting Techniques
Bass Guitar Tone
Ben Muirhead gave E Floyd a bass lesson centered on Red Hot Chili Peppers songs. They analyzed the "Scar Tissue" guitar intro and a Flea bass line, covering chord shapes, finger positions, and a simplified playing technique. Ben highlighted the importance of understanding notes within chords and suggested ideas for future lessons.
Chord Shapes
Flea's Bass Style
Pulloffs and Hammer-ons
Relating Bass and Guitar
Ben provided a bass lesson that covered various scales (major, minor, pentatonic, blues) and arpeggios, with an emphasis on ear training and applying scale knowledge to basslines. Ben used examples, including Radiohead, and visualization techniques to enhance understanding. Scheduling and technical issues were also discussed.
Pedal Point Exercise
Harmonic Minor Scale
Seeing Scales Spherical
Blues Scale