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These engaging lessons guide you through musical expression and technique, with room to explore your own sound.

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Private lessons - Phil Locke

Bachelors degree

$30

/ hour

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Strumming made easy in class

89% students say rhythm and timing improved quickly

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Highly trusted guitar teacher by parents

87% parents find real musical growth and stronger focus at home

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Focus on core guitar skills

93% Students report clear progress in chords, strumming, and transitions

About your guitar teacher

Hi! I'm Phil, a guitar teacher! I offer personalised lessons in electric, acoustic, classical, and bass guitar. I specialise in rock and metal styles, with a strong focus on getting the most out of my students through improving their technique and musical expression. I've always been a musician, with piano as my first instrument - but I first started playing guitar when I was just 16 years old, after falling in love with rock and metal. I've been playing now for over 25 years! I studied music at both a music college and university, and I've never stopped learning. I first started teaching friends and family over 15 years ago, and decided that I enjoyed it so much, I should do it as a job! I've helped lots of beginners to get started and fall in love with playing guitar, and also helped advanced players really focus on improving their technique and musical creativity. No matter your experience level, book a lesson with me and see how I can improve your ability - and your enjoyment of the greatest musical instrument!

Your guitar teacher specialities

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Songs and Repertoire

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Scales and Modes

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Chords and Rhythms

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Guitar Techniques

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Fingerstyle

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Guitar for beginners

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Music theory

Guitar lessons overview

I think the best way to improve as a guitarist is to learn how to play the music you love, and focus on the theory and techniques that help you achieve your musical goals. So, the most important thing is to get to know you, and learn what music you love! My lessons will focus on your musical journey, and how we can get you to where YOU want to be as a guitarist. I won't bore you by making you play "Mary Had A Little Lamb" or other childish songs that put everyone to sleep - but I WILL get you to play real music by some of the greatest guitarists and songwriters! I'll also cover music theory - but I promise not to bore you with this either! Instead, you'll learn music theory in a fun, simple way that enhances your ability and creativity. If you're a beginner to music theory, my lessons will make your understanding of music skyrocket - and help you write your own songs! Start taking lessons with me, and I'll show you why guitar is so much fun. I'll show you how the greatest guitarists and songwriters make music you fall in love with! No matter whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, I'm ready to help!

Student types for guitar lessons

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Guitar for Adults

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Guitar for Intermediate

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Guitar for Beginners

Interactive guitar lessons

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Record lessons

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Note taking

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Pets are welcomed

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Parent feedback

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Mobile joining

Teaching tools used in guitar classes

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DAWs

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Guitar Tuner Apps

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PDF Sheet Music

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Looping Pedals

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Chord Diagram Apps

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Ear Training Software

Types of guitar lessons

Guitar

Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Electric Guitar

Electric Guitar

Classical Guitar

Classical Guitar

Bass Guitar

Bass Guitar

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Reviews and Ratings

Leroy Bean

Leroy Bean

7 months ago

My electric guitar lessons were easy and stress-free thanks to Phil . My note-reading skills and hand coordination were much improved by his exercises!

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Kaia Soto

Kaia Soto

12 months ago

I had difficulties learning chords that' when Phil came into the picture and made me learn every bit of it.

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