Guitar Lessons with Chord Progressions and Music Theory | University of Ottawa
Guitar lessons - James Anderson
Post Doctorate degree
$46
/ hour
Rapid musical skill progression
90% of students see noticeable improvement within weeks.
Trusted by 95% of parents
Parents observe tangible growth in their child’s musical talent.
Proven progress in musical mastery
85% of students achieve higher performance skills and musical technique.
About your guitar teacher
I’m James Anderson, a guitar tutor with a post-doctorate degree and over 6 years of experience in teaching guitar. From chord progressions to fingerstyle techniques, I cover it all. My passion for music extends beyond teaching—I love composing and exploring diverse genres. My approach is all about personalized learning, tailored to each student's needs and goals. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, I'll guide you through scales, rhythms, and everything in between. Let's strum our way to your musical success together!
Your guitar teacher specialities
Music theory
Ear training
Guitar Techniques
Chords and Rhythms
Songs and Repertoire
Guitar lessons overview
I offer engaging guitar lessons tailored to enhance your playing technique, musicality, and stage performance. My personalized tutoring approach integrates creative and progressive instruction, theory, and expressive musicality to help you connect deeply with the guitar. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, each session is customized to match your skill level. Using tech tools like amp simulators, ear training software, and chord diagram apps, I create interactive lessons that cater to school students, college-goers, and even adult or professional musicians at all levels. By following diverse curricula like A-Levels, AP Programs, or IB standards, I ensure a comprehensive learning experience for over 200 students, fostering a lasting passion for music and supporting you in achieving your musical aspirations.
Student types for guitar lessons
Guitar for kids
Guitar for beginners
Guitar for intermediate
Guitar for adults
All Levels
Guitar for advanced
Teaching tools used in guitar classes
DAWs
Guitar Tuner Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Amp Simulators
Ear Training Software
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Bass Guitar
Free lesson slots
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Reviews and Ratings for James Anderson
Adelyn Nguyen
Sandoval, Cape Coral
17 days ago
Thanks to James from Sandoval, I now grasp the subtleties of musical shaping and how to make a piece truly resonate. The drills he provided for chord practice still have rendered my performances more articulate and detailed.
Riley Gardner
Westpark, Irvine
2 months ago
During Guitar lessons at West Park, James is kind, upbeat, and extremely well-organized. he uses mini-goals and progress charts to keep me motivated each week. We focus on acoustic fingerstyle and classic rock progressions, and he tailors the lessons to my pace and interests.
Juliana Chen
La Sierra, Riverside
4 months ago
If you are searching for a good guitar tutor at La Sierra the I recommend James .

Alfredo Hayes
East End ,Houston
6 months ago
We've been mainly working with classical guitar pieces and its surprising for me how good I've gotten at it. He always gives me constructive feedback at the end of every lesson which has helped me in improving my skills greatly.
Leonidas Friedman
Civano, Tucson
9 months ago
Really appreciate how engaging someone can make learning fretboard notes and strumming basics so enjoyable for my daughter in Civano- James is truly a fantastic teacher.
Mira Kerr
East Lakeview, Lake View
about 1 year ago
James introduced me to chord melody guitar. Learning to blend melody and chords on one guitar opened incredible solo performance possibilities for me.