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I have been a full-time music teacher for over 35 years now and this is my main focus so you can expect a competent, well prepared, structured lessons aimed at your needs and level. I am usually available 52 weeks of the year so you also get an uninterrupted schedule. Besides teaching the other part of my music career is songwriting and production which I also have a long track record of. Over 80 tracks are my SoundCloud but that’s about 20% of my output. So besides the technical niceties of guitar, I have a good understanding of form structure and lyrics and also the recording process. I play a number of instruments including banjo, ukulele, bass, lap steel, mandolin, mandola, harmonica and keyboard. I have performed in a large number of local bands in the 90s in Coventry and Birmingham but this is historical and I am not active in the live music scene at the moment. I have also been a journalist for a street worm a local music journal. Music Qualifications & Achievements: Highest qualification MA uni Warwick
My tuition is about principles, technique and foundations; the tools to make you become a well rounded musician. My style of tutoring will train you to understand musical principles, understood in a simple way to navigate your way round the instrument. We shall focus on the elements that will help you become a complete musician, using my experience and knowledge, tailored to your needs. My Tuition Focuses on: Music principle Precision & technique Foundations of music theory Aural skills/ ear training Music qualifications & Achievements: Undergraduate degree, with honours (Popular Music) Masters in Music Extensive performance experience in: Original bands (Vocals, Guitars, Bass) Function bands (Vocals, Guitars, Bass) Solo/Duo (Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Keyboards)
Qualifications: RSL Level 3 Certificate in Popular Music Performance Grade 8 Electric Guitar, ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory, A Level Music, AS Level Music, GCSE Music
Hi! I’m Daniel Carpenter, a professional electric guitarist, composer, and songwriter from and based in Birmingham, I’m keen to pass on my knowledge and experience to students of all ages and abilities! As an electric guitarist, I can teach for both ‘standard’ guitar (6 strings in E standard), and I can teach for extended range instruments such as 7 string guitar, if the student is interested in branching out into that! My guitar teaching comes from a background of gigging, recording, and groundbreaking academic research, so whether you want to play lead guitar in a band, play your favourite songs, or learn theory and prepare for University while playing guitar, I can definitely enrich your playing. For composers, I draw from a multitude of influences, including modern rock and pop, 21st and 20th century classical music, and anything in between, from Takemitsu to Debussy, Birtwistle to Beastie Boys. My philosophy is, if it exists, you can and should learn from it, I hope we get to introduce each other to a lot of new music. Regardless of what your background is and what your intentions are, I can definitely help you and provide you with a new and unique perspective on your writing that can take you to the next level. I can also prepare any student for theory grade exams. I taught myself up to ABRSM grade 8 theory when I was preparing for University, and so I want to provide a more laid back, lower pressure setting, where students can discover the best ways for them to learn and apply music theory. I can also teach theory far above ABRSM standard, and give feedback on Musicological, composition, and analysis based work for University students and aspiring academics. Music Qualifications & Achievements: ABRSM Grade 8 Music Theory BMus (Honours) – 2:1 MA (Music, Composition Pathway) – Distinction Currently studying a PhD in Music Composition, with a focus on the creation of electric guitar repertoire within contemporary classical music. Recording experience has included multiple releases of my own music with CELESTIVL, and I have appeared on recordings alongside members of bands such as Alestorm and Guns N Roses, and gigged and toured extensively. Recent projects include attending the University of Oregon Composer’s Symposium, in which I wrote a new piece for the ensemble Fear No Music, several choir performances at the Royal Albert Hall as part of the BBC Proms, and premiering my new piece for electric guitar and vibraphone in Cyprus in early May.
Teaching is my passion. I am a keen player and I spend a lot of time developing my own playing, for example I am working on my Classical grades whilst working as a full time tutor! I passed my acoustic and electric up to grade 8 shortly after leaving college in 2002 but classical fell behind slightly. I put on shows for my students to hone their craft and have something to look back on and be proud of. Since the Coronavirus outbreak, I have spent a lot more time on developing online resources using Soundslice.com to create interactive tabs for students https://www.soundslice.com/users/Benporterguitar/ I also quickly developed and honed my online teaching via Zoom (this is my preferred platform but can also use Skype, Whatsapp video and FaceTime. Please get in touch via benporterguitar@gmail.com to arrange lessons, either face to face or online!!! Qualifications: BTEC National Diploma Popular Music, RGT Guitar grade 8, LCM Classical Guitar Grade 5
About guitar lessons in Coventry
Looking for guitar lessons in Coventry? Local teachers can help you develop technique, learn songs, and progress at your own pace. Online lessons available.
Many Coventry teachers teach from home studios, travel locally, or offer online lessons.
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Guitar lessons: what to expect
The best guitar lessons near you aren’t just about distance — they’re about a teacher who helps you progress with clarity. Search by location to find in-person guitar lessons, or choose online lessons to access specialist teachers for acoustic, electric, fingerstyle, rock, or grades.
Guitar lessons work for complete beginners, intermediate players, and advanced students. Lessons can be tailored for children, teenagers, or adults returning to guitar — with a focus on the styles and songs you actually want to play.
Most students work on chord fluency, rhythm, strumming feel, scales, finger placement, and repertoire. A good teacher will also structure your practice so you build confidence and technique without getting stuck.
Online guitar lessons can be highly effective, especially for busy schedules and specialist tuition. In-person lessons can feel more hands-on and are great if you prefer local support and face-to-face feedback.
A simple learning path for guitar
A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.
Learn posture, tuning, chord changes, strumming patterns, and how to practise without building bad habits.
Build a steady sense of timing, expand chord vocabulary (including barre chords), and play full songs with confidence.
Develop picking, fingerstyle, lead basics, improvisation foundations, or exam preparation — depending on your goals.
Getting started: what you need
Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.
- Acoustic vs electric: your teacher can recommend what fits your music taste and comfort.
- A tuner + a few picks is enough to start — then add a capo or strap as you progress.
- A simple practice routine beats long sessions: aim for consistency, not intensity.
Styles & goals your teacher can support
Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.
Chord progressions, strumming feel, accompaniment patterns, and building a set of songs.
Riffs, power chords, pentatonic shapes, bends, vibrato, and solo phrasing.
Right-hand patterns, independence, tone control, and arranging songs for solo guitar.
Technique, repertoire, sight-reading or musicianship skills, and a clear practice plan.
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FAQs about guitar lessons in Coventry
It varies by teacher; some travel locally, others teach from studios or online.
Yes — online lessons are widely available.
Match teaching experience to your goals and check availability.
Many beginners can play simple songs within a few weeks. Consistent practice and guidance from a good teacher help you progress faster and avoid bad habits.
Yes. Guitar lessons are popular with adult learners of all levels, including complete beginners and those returning after a break.
It helps to have your own guitar so you can practise regularly. Your teacher can advise on a suitable beginner acoustic or electric option.
Online lessons work well for many students and can be just as structured as in-person lessons when taught by experienced teachers.
Yes. Many guitar teachers support students preparing for graded exams, helping with technique, repertoire, and practice structure.