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Take creative and personalized guitar lessons that focus on expressive playing and skill mastery.

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Guitar lessons - Russell Ainsley

Bachelors degree

$47

$44

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Highly skilled & top-rated
68 ratings
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Guitar teacher who keeps it simple

Breaks down chords and strumming in easy steps

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Guitar lessons that keep kids motivated

No reminders needed, students are eager to attend

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Focus on core guitar skills

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

About your guitar teacher

I'm Russell Ainsley, a dedicated guitar tutor with a Bachelor's degree and over 2 years of experience in providing enriching guitar lessons. Specializing in chord progressions, ear training, fingerstyle, and more, I offer personalized lessons tailored to your needs. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, my focus is on elevating your musical skills and passion for the guitar. From learning basic chords to mastering complex scales and modes, I'm here to help you succeed at every level. Let's jam together and take your guitar playing to new heights!

Your guitar teacher specialities

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Fingerstyle

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Music theory

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Chord Progressions

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Guitar for beginners

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Scales and Modes

Guitar lessons overview

I offer personalized guitar lessons designed to enhance your technique, musicality, and performance. With a teaching style that is empathetic, progressive, and engaging, I provide creative and technique-focused instruction to students of all levels, from school to college and even adult and professional musicians. Specializing in Guitar and Acoustic Guitar, I leverage tech tools like Amp Simulators, Backing Track Libraries, and Chord Diagram Apps to create interactive lessons. My curriculum aligns with various educational standards like A-Levels, AP Program, IB, and more, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience for over 200 students. My approach is tailored to each student, helping them achieve their musical goals and fostering a deeper passion for playing the guitar.

Student types for guitar lessons

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Guitar for kids

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Guitar for beginners

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Guitar for intermediate

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Guitar for adults

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All Levels

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Guitar for advanced

Interactive guitar lessons

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Record lessons

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Pets are welcomed

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Parent feedback

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Mobile joining

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Chat for quick help

Teaching tools used in guitar classes

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Ear Training Software

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Backing Track Libraries

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Metronome Apps

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Looping Pedals

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Chord Diagram Apps

Types of guitar lessons

Guitar

Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

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Gianni Clarke

about 1 month ago

In Surprise, AZ, lessons with Russell are a fantastic mix of musical exploration and practical learning. He introduces scales and chords through real-life musical examples, weaving in just enough theory to build understanding—always keeping things playful and age-appropriate for middle schoolers.

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Karlie Mcfarland

about 1 month ago

It's been 6 months since I started guitar lessons with Russell at Dek Paso Heights and I'm already stumming so confidently. he is an amazing tutor.

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Simon Cooke

about 2 months ago

Russell lessons are tailored to each student's needs, creating a positive and motivating environment. his dedication and passion for teaching have reignited my daughter's enthusiasm for music.

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Vanessa Pham

Vanessa Pham

about 2 months ago

In just a few recent lessons with Russell , my sense of timing and groove has improved way more than it ever did when I was practicing solo. I really appreciate how much my guitar teacher has helped me make progress.

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Rayna Malone

5 months ago

Starting Blues at 40 felt like taking a big leap, but Russell supportive approach and organized routine practice lessons made it totally doable.his Emphasis on shuffle rythms and hand coordination, helped me tackle and learn songs i never thought i could.Each and every lesson felt like a progress towards my learning.

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Karina Mercado

about 1 year ago

I really appreciate how well-organized the guitar lessons are with Russell . The learning phrasing journey with him over speed transformed my improvisation into something musical.

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