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My name is Lucas & I'm a professional guitar player and teacher located in Finsbury. I like to make sure my guitar lessons are built around your musical tastes as well as making sure you have a solid understanding of what you are playing. I will tailor a lesson plan around you and help you develop good habits or also undo bad habits.
Many students try to learn too quickly or try to figure things out themselves and they tend to make really bad mistakes near the beginning of their playing journeys. I'm here to make sure you end up on the right path from the beginning, I know what it takes to be a good guitar player and I will always make sure I pass on all of my knowledge to you. I really feel that learning the music you love is a great way to develop as a player and this is something I really push.
Whether you want to learn songs, scales, theory, a couple of chords or pop songs, I will be able to help nurture your playing long this journey. Many people think that guitar is easy to play when in fact it is very time consuming and takes a lot of dedication, but with my lessons, I will make sure you're on the right path that will lead you to your goals over a reasonable time frame.
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I'm a perfectionist when it comes to music and this has always been reflected in my playing and teaching style. I will always pay close attention to how you play because I feel that developing your own style and playing properly are the key building blocks to making solid progress on the guitar. I can show you what works for me but will also help you develop my techniques into your own because I understand that everyone can be different.
I want you to enjoy playing guitar and this really is my number one goal. Practice is key to learning the guitar but students who enjoy practicing will always make better progress than those who don't. Guitar should be something you enjoy doing, not something you have to force yourself to do. I will always encourage a positive outlook on guitar playing and will always want my students to learn in a direction that they enjoy as well as gaining a good understanding of how music and guitar works.
Lessons are pay-as-you-go, weekly, fortnightly or as suits you.
It's always a good time to learn something new. I welcome beginners and advanced students to take my lessons. I can nurture beginner guitarists or help tidy up your playing if you're more experienced.
I welcome beginners to take my lessons.
I’m a guitarist and guitar tutor based in North West London. I have been a music teacher for the last 4 years since I graduated. Since then I have taught privately and for organisations such as the Band Project and Your Guitar Academy. My lessons are always built around the styles and genres that you love to listen to.
I’m a graduate of The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance, where I did the BMus course. I have been playing for many years, and have completed tours in Japan, America, Europe and South America.
I’m also an endorsee for JAM Pedals, ACS Custom, Protection Racket and Gamechanger Audio, and as a session player, I perform with people like Phil Manzanera from Roxy Music.
I also teach more advanced students how to play the guitar
I have a great deal of playing experience which I think can help me teach you in a way that can be used in the real world. I can also help students gain more confidence in themselves and their ability with a view to performing and writing music themselves one day. As a guitarist, I have completed tours in Japan, the U.S., Europe and South America, recorded at some of the best-recording facilities in the world ( Metropolis, Toe Rag, 54 Sound) and played with artists like Phil Manzanera (Roxy Music, David Gilmour).
I'm a believer of enjoying what you learn. I will make sure my lessons are always of the highest quality whilst never forgetting to miss out on important details. During our lessons we will learn about everything you need to become a well rounded guitar player. This is everything from theory to soloing, rhythm, picking, accuracy and much more. We will work on the things you want to improve.
Playing guitar is a great skill to develop and has opened so many doors for me in my life. I hope that my lessons can inspire others to do the same. I'm really down to earth and will always listen to what the student wants, I think this is one of the most important things to remember when teaching and learning & it's something I will continue to promote during my lessons.
Where to go for gear in the area
Finsbury has a couple of great options nearby for musicians and guitarists in general. Here are a couple of shops I would personally recommend.
Chimes Music, is a great option if you're looking for a small independent shop with great prices. They have a good range of guitars and sheet music. You can find them at Cromwell Tower, Silk St, London EC2Y 8DD.
PMT London, Luckily, we are not too far away from one of the best music shops for guitar players in London. PMT has absolutely everything you'd need. They also have a great online catalog you can check out. Find them at 35-39 Old St, London EC1V 9HX.
I'm an experienced player who can help you take your playing to the next level. I promote hard work and dedication to what you love and I can help anyone start to learn the guitar or clean up their playing. Whether its for fun or on a more serious level. I will make a lesson plan that works for you. If you ever have any questions about my guitar lessons. Please feel free to let me know.
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I currently charge £14 per half hour and £30 per hour for all students.
My lessons take place from my home teaching space in London.
I teach both adults and young learners of all ages in a wide range of styles.
I would recommend weekly lessons because this gives you a great opportunity to improve your playing over a few months.
Lessons cancelled with less than 48 hours notice will still be charged full price for their lesson.
Get in touch today and start learning to play the guitar in Finsbury today!
Guitar Teacher
Lucas Polo
