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Leonard Thackeray

Improve your playing with focused guitar lessons that balance technical progress and deep understanding of music theory.

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Guitar lessons - Leonard Thackeray

Bachelors degree

$58

$54

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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80 ratings
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About your guitar teacher

I'm Leonard Thackeray, a seasoned Guitar Maestro with over 2 years of enriching experience. My Bachelor’s in Music fuels my passion for personalized learning, enhancing guitar skills in fingerstyle, jazz, and beyond. I specialize in a wide array of subjects, from chords and rhythms to scales, catering to students at all levels from school to professional. Whether you're a beginner craving chord progressions or an adult honing strumming techniques, my lessons are tailored to your needs. Let's strum to success together!

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Fun and relaxed guitar classes

90% Students enjoy learning without feeling pressured

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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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Guitar lessons that balance theory and fun

Includes just enough music theory to support practical learning

Guitar lessons overview

With over 3 years of experience as a Guitar and Electric Guitar tutor, my progressive instruction style focuses on fingerstyle and jazz techniques. I cater to students of all ages and skill levels, from school to college and adult/professional learners. By integrating ear training and music theory, I create engaging and personalized lessons that resonate with over 200 students. I leverage tech tools like Amp Simulators, DAWs, and Ear Training Software to offer interactive online learning experiences. Following various curricula such as A-Levels, AP Program, and IB, I ensure a comprehensive learning journey that enhances musical expression and improvisation skills, unlocking each student's full potential in guitar playing.

Your guitar teacher specialities

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Scales and Modes

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Guitar for beginners

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Songs and Repertoire

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Music theory

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Fingerstyle

Types of guitar lessons

Guitar

Guitar

Electric Guitar

Electric Guitar

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Reviews and Ratings for Leonard

Autumn Spencer

Fort Lauderdale, FL

3 months ago

Leonard made guitar theory something I actually enjoy. Learning about intervals, chord progressions, and scale shapes gave me the tools to improvise with ease on both acoustic and electric guitar.

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Triston Zimmerman

Grand Haven, Joliet

5 months ago

After a friend’s suggestion, we enrolled our daughter in acoustic guitar lessons with Leonard in Grand Haven. He mixes solid technique with creative teaching, which keeps his really interested and motivated.

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Kelly Baldwin

Willow Creek, High Point

5 months ago

The electric sessions in Willow Creek truly helped my daughter, Leonard , find the confidence to perform Taylor Swift covers beautifully at his friend's secret Birthday party..

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Rocco Bush

Bayside, Queens

7 months ago

I'm loving my guitar coaching sessions with Leonard and have completely changed my perspective towards songwriting. He focuses on building memorable hooks and solos really sound like voal melodies now!

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Augustus Durham

Charlotte, NC

7 months ago

Learning guitar with Leonard in Charlotte, NC has been a fantastic experience. he keeps things structured enough to see progress but always leaves room for creativity and enjoyment. his patience and adaptability make every lesson something to look forward to.

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Grayson Nelson

Stonebridge, Aurora

11 months ago

Living in Stronebridge I was curious to learn guitar, and then I met Leonard online. I was passionate about learning guitar, and he was passionate about teaching it to me, and here comes the match made in heaven. He is an Excellent teacher if you are too passionate to learn the Guitar.

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Teaching tools used in guitar classes

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Backing Track Libraries

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Amp Simulators

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Chord Diagram Apps

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Guitar Tuner Apps

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DAWs

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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Mobile joining

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