Train with a coach who delivers modern guitar instruction using dynamic techniques and performance coaching.
Private lessons - Eric Lewis
Diploma degree
$35
$34
/ hour
Rated 5 stars for engaging guitar lessons
94% students find the lessions fun, focused, and easy to follow
Guitar lessons that keep kids motivated
No reminders needed, students are eager to attend
Step-by-step guitar classes tracking
86% students see clear milestones across levels
Meet Eric
About your guitar teacher
As a seasoned guitar tutor with over a decade of experience, and armed with a Diploma in Music Education, I'm Eric Lewis, ready to take your guitar skills to new heights. My specialties range from chord progressions, fingerstyle techniques to music theory and more. I believe that learning the guitar should be an exciting journey tailored to your preferences and pace. Whether you're a novice strummer or an advanced player looking to refine your skills, I've got you covered. From acoustic melodies to intricate chord progressions, we'll explore it all. My approach is all about fostering a love for music, nurturing creativity, and honing your unique style. No matter your age or skill level, I'll customize lessons to suit your needs, making each session engaging and productive. Let's strum our way to musical excellence together! Join me, and let's start plucking those strings with passion and purpose.
Your guitar teacher specialities
Guitar for beginners
Ear training
Guitar Techniques
Chords and Rhythms
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Songs and Repertoire
Fingerstyle
Scales and Modes
Guitar lessons overview
As a seasoned guitar tutor with a passion for performance coaching and creative instruction, I specialize in teaching acoustic and electric guitar to students of all levels, from kids to adults. My engaging teaching style incorporates ear training and progressive techniques to ensure a well-rounded musical education. I leverage a variety of tech tools like amp simulators, backing tracks, and ear training software to create an interactive and immersive learning environment both online and offline. My personalized lesson plans align with diverse curricula such as A-Levels, AP Programs, and IB, catering to individual student needs and goals. With a track record of teaching over 200 students, I offer guitar lessons that blend theory with hands-on practice, fostering a love for music and celebrating each student's progress. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, my methodology focuses on making guitar learning accessible, enjoyable, and rewarding for all. Let's embark on this musical journey together!
Student types for guitar lessons
Guitar for kids
Guitar for beginners
Guitar for intermediate
Guitar for adults
Guitar for advanced
All Levels
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
Interactive guitar lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Teaching tools used in guitar classes
Metronome Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Guitar Tuner Apps
Ear Training Software
Amp Simulators
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Free lesson slots
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Guitar concept taught by Eric
In a voice lesson on June 10, 2025, Eric Lewis worked with Tyne Penn II on improving diction and enunciation in singing. They practiced vowel shapes, the "135" exercise, and varying enunciation for different effects. Eric advised Tyne to practice diction in front of a mirror and offered an additional 30-minute session the following day.
Studio Vocal Technique
Confidence and Mouth Movement
Vowel Shapes
Diction
Eric mentored Joshua on songwriting, covering topics like melody creation, song structure (verse, chorus, bridge), genre influences, and the importance of memorable melodies. They analyzed songs from various artists (My Chemical Romance, Basket Case, etc.) to illustrate these concepts. Joshua is working on a song about a bad relationship and receives feedback and guidance from Eric, who also emphasizes the importance of audio engineering, networking, and analyzing other artists' work for inspiration.
Finding Your Unique Sound
Importance of Audio Engineering
Bridges
Melody in Songwriting
Eric Lewis provided Greg Newton with a singing lesson focused on improving tonal memory and vocal control. Greg practiced scales and mouth control exercises, using a tuner app to identify and correct pitch issues. Eric assigned practice routines focusing on specific problem notes and vowel sounds, and they agreed to continue these exercises in the next session.
Tonal Memory
Mouth Control & Dynamics
Vocal Exercises
Identifying Weaknesses
Eric Lewis coached Tyne Penn II on vocal techniques, music theory, and industry awareness. They practiced scales, sirens, and trills, using "Lean on Me" as an example, and discussed chord construction and song analysis. Eric advised Tyne to practice trills with full stops and cautioned them about the music industry, promising to send resources for practicing "Lean on Me."
Practicing Trills
Annotating a Song
Finding High and Low Points in a Song
Half Steps
Eric Lewis provided Joshua Nicholson with a music lesson focused on vocal exercises using the "Do-Re-Mi" scale and octave training, along with guitar practice tips. Eric emphasized vocal warm-ups, mouth shape, and understanding musical history to improve Joshua's technique. They discussed Joshua's musical interests and the potential for future guitar lessons.
Guitar Finger Placement
Octave Training
Mouth Shapes in Singing
Guitar Finger Exercises
Eric Lewis guided Dean Hooke through vocal exercises to improve range and timbre for their band's cover of "Come Together." Eric also provided a basic explanation of music theory concepts, including keys, pitch, octaves, and chord progressions, at Dean's request. They discussed Dean's limited practice time and plans to potentially resume lessons in the fall, and Eric offered resources for learning music theory.
Air Control and Vocal Range
Capos
Chord Progressions
Vocal Scales and Mouth Shapes