Guitar Lessons Edinburgh

Tolek Konior - Professional Guitar Teacher

Guitar Lessons Edinburgh Teacher - Tolek Konior

My Mission

Experienced Teacher

I have played the guitar for around the last 10 years. In this time I have performed and composed music not only in the UK but internationally too. I have graduated with a Degree in music which allows me to provide lessons to the highest standard possible. I maintain this standard regardless of what you'd like to learn during our lessons. I love to teach students of all ability levels.

The lessons which I provide cater to students of all ages. My approach to the lessons will vary depending on the age of the student. Younger students (10+) are absolutely welcome but I tend to recommend shorter lesson times to maintain attention span! I will always make sure the lessons go at a pace and speed that you feel comfortable with and that suits both your age and playing standard.

Prices:

£20 per 1/2 hour
£30 per hour

Lessons are pay-as-you-go, weekly, fortnightly or as suits you.

“Having tried learning guitar off and on for years, I took lessons with Tolek and improved dramatically. He was very patient with me and tried to make the lessons work around my busy schedule. He went out of his way to find songs that I would enjoy playing and taught relevant music theory too, teaching me how to learn songs on my own. He was very encouraging and I ended up easily playing things I didn't even think were at my level. I only stopped going to his lessons because I moved away from the area, but I learnt loads.”

Student

“Having only ever self taught myself guitar I was getting easily distracted and little bored. I have been for a couple lessons with Tolek and already feel improvement especially with my right hand. He is very patient and his teaching style has made feel relaxed and less nervous. ”

Student

Beginners & Advanced Students Welcome

Beginners and advanced students more than welcome to take my lessons. I have a wide range of experience in teaching all ability levels.

Lesson Focus

Beginners Welcome

I welcome beginner students

My Experience as a Teacher

I remember being drawn to that classical guitar in the shop window I was walking past on the daily family walks on our holiday in Spain when I was 9. Thanks to my supportive parents this dream became reality and shortly after I found myself in a room in a conservatory that I would attend weekly for the next 10 years.

My interest in classical guitar grew exponentially, together with my practical skills as I was attending biweekly music theory classes alongside the guitar lessons. I had no idea what the music world had to offer until I discovered Carlos Santana's music at the age of 16. I spent much of my free time practicing the electric guitar trying to sound like my hero by using TABs and my ears. It wasn't long until I found out about the guitar gods such as Steve Vai, Guthrie Govan and Eric Johnson who all had a massive impact on me.

I decided to study guitar at BIMM in Brighton, those next 3 years broadened my musical horizons by allowing me to explore more contemporary genres like funk, disco and blues. I learned how to appreciate the simplicity of certain songs, listening out for how instruments work together and how to play simple things well. All in all, I had a paradigm shift from seeing myself as a guitarist to perceiving myself as a musician.

Lessons Focus

Enjoyable Lessons

My lessons are relaxed and fun

More About My Lessons

Over the years I have experimented and studied all kinds of music. Around 16 years old I discovered Carlos Santana and was amazed by his style and always wanted to do this myself. Not long after I began studying Steve Vai and other guitar heroes which gave me the wide range of knowledge I have now.

The lessons I provide are catered for any student around 10+ years old. In my experience students younger than this can find it difficult to practice or maintain the attention span for the lessons. I approach my lessons differently dependant on the age of the student as we all learn in different ways.

Over the years my passion for music has only grown stronger. This is something I want to be able to share with others and allow them to experience too. Whatever your current guitar playing position is, don't hesitate to get in touch and together we can work on achieving those dreams!

Teacher Tips

Music Shops

Music shops in the local area

Music Shops in Edinburgh

If you are in need of any instruments or equipment to get yourself started with the guitar then there are many music stores around Edinburgh you can try.

Scayles Music, located 50 St Patrick Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9EZ is a great local music store that sells all types of instruments and equipment. Here they offer a wide selection as well as specifically Beginner bundle packages which are ideal to get you up and started with your first guitar.

Music Mate, located 8a-10a Nicolson St, Edinburgh, EH8 9DH is another alternative music store. Here you can browse through a selection of Acoustic, Classical, Electric and Bass guitars. As well as a selection of strings and other accessories like amplifiers and guitar straps so here you'll be able to find everything you need.

Guitar Guitar, located 283-287 St John's Rd, Corstorphine, Edinburgh EH12 7XF is a larger music store with multiple stores across the country. Here you'll be able to find everything you could need as well a huge selection of guitars to pick from. You'll be able to find that dream guitar here!