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Hi, I'm Billy, a guitarist from South East London who's been performing live since I was eighteen. I was trained at the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance and have over five years of private teaching experience. Having begun as a self-taught musician, I believe it is fundamental for students to first find their passion, as this will provide the necessary motivation to advance. Whether you've just got your first guitar, or you wish to build upon your existing skills and advance your playing - I will make sure to tailor my lessons to you. With more than seventeen years of playing, over five years experience teaching privately, and two and half years spent in primary schools, I am well versed in teaching both young and old, new and advanced students. As a versatile musician, I am accomplished in many genres and playing styles, including rock, blues, jazz, metal, funk, disco, country, pop, soul, punk and many more. Having helped students learn their first song, while also helping others improve their improvisation and soloing skills, I am confident and happy to teach students of all ages and abilities. As a songwriter and performer in my own band, I have performed across the country for many years, showcasing my own compositions. I also have experience working with singer songwriters, function bands and session work. I have six years of musical education, having studied at Access To Music in Stratford, before studying music at degree level at The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance in Kilburn, where I achieved First Class Honours.
Danilo Ricciardiello Professional Guitarist | Composer | Producer | Music Educator Danilo Ricciardiello is a London-based professional guitarist, composer, producer and music educator with over 20 years of experience in performance, recording and teaching. His work bridges contemporary music, jazz, rock, blues, composition and electronic music, combining a strong academic background with extensive real-world industry experience. He holds a BMus (Hons) in Jazz Guitar from the Conservatorio di Musica San Pietro a Majella in Naples and a Master of Composition with Distinction from the prestigious Guildhall School of Music & Drama, specialising in Electronic & Produced Music. Danilo subsequently completed a Junior Fellowship at Guildhall (2024–2025), where he also worked as a Visiting Lecturer, contributing to teaching, curriculum development and interdisciplinary creative projects. His professional career spans international performances, studio recordings, orchestral productions and music for film and media. His experience includes projects at the Barbican and Southbank Centre, appearances at the London Jazz Festival, and collaborations with institutions including Guildhall, London College of Music and the National Trust. Alongside his performance and production work, Danilo is an affiliated artist with Chaos Audio and Death Cloud Pedals, and has collaborated with music technology brands including Blackstar Amplification and Arturia. He also creates educational and creative guitar content through his online platforms, including The Pedal Stampede, a dedicated YouTube channel exploring guitar pedals, effects, sound design and experimental music production through original musical projects. He is the founder and Artistic Director of Electric Earth Orchestra, an innovative ensemble exploring the intersection of orchestral music, electronics and contemporary composition, and the founder and Musical Director of Sydenham Guitar Orchestra, a community ensemble bringing guitarists together through collaborative performance and specially arranged repertoire. Teaching Philosophy As an educator, Danilo believes that learning music should go beyond simply mastering an instrument. His teaching combines technical development, musical understanding and creative exploration, helping students become confident, independent and expressive musicians. With extensive experience teaching children, adults, beginners and advanced musicians, he tailors each lesson to the individual's interests, ambitions and learning style. Whether students want to explore their favourite songs, develop improvisation skills, prepare for examinations, compose original music or become confident recording artists, Danilo provides a supportive and structured learning environment that encourages both progress and creativity. His teaching covers guitar, bass, ukulele, music theory, songwriting, composition and music production, across styles including rock, blues, jazz, pop, metal, classical and experimental electronic music. Danilo also brings specialist experience in music examinations and assessment. He is a registered MTB Exam Conductor, has undertaken Rockschool examiner training, and holds recognition from Trinity College London for successful examination preparation. He supports students preparing for MTB, Trinity, Rockschool and ABRSM examinations, from introductory levels through to Grade 8. Beyond instrumental tuition, Danilo offers guidance in music production, recording techniques, sound design, orchestration and creative portfolio development, drawing on his professional experience with industry-standard software and recording technologies. Above all, Danilo's aim is to help students develop not only their musical abilities, but also their own musical identity, creativity and confidence. Qualifications & Professional Credentials BMus (Hons) Jazz Guitar — Conservatorio San Pietro a Majella, Naples Master of Composition (Distinction) — Guildhall School of Music & Drama Junior Fellow — Guildhall School of Music & Drama (2024–2025) Visiting Lecturer — Guildhall School of Music & Drama, London College of Music MTB Registered Teacher & Exam Conductor Rockschool Examiner Training Trinity College London Recognised Exam Preparation Tutor Council Member — Independent Society of Musicians (ISM) Enhanced DBS Checked Public Liability Insured
Jack has been teaching for the last 16 years, privately and in colleges around London. As well as private tuition, Jack went on to become the head of guitar at The London Music School and began teaching at The Brit School in 2023. Alongside teaching, Jack is actively gigging as a session musician, the primary song-writer in his own band Sad Clown and works regularly in production teams that have had tracks featured on the BBC and on ITV. Whether to improve technically, explore creativity, build a career in music or simply have fun, Jack will customise the lessons around the student’s individuality.
Local musician based in Forest Hill, South London with a Masters Degree in Music offering guitar, bass and ukulele lessons. Over fourteen years’ teaching experience with more than 300 satisfied students taught in South London since 2008. All lessons are shaped to suit each individual student's musical interests and educational needs. The focus of lessons is on practical playing skills with the choice of learning by ear and memory, TAB or standard notation. Students are able to cover a wide range of styles (including rock, blues, funk, jazz and folk) as well as a variety of techniques and skills, such as improvisation, music technology, recording and mixing techniques, songwriting and music theory. All lessons include a video of the new material covered during the lesson.John has guided many guitarists through their Rockschool, Trinity Rock and Pop and ABRSM graded exams with a 100% success rate. Students of all ages and levels welcome.
I've spent the last eight years teaching with Newham Music Service, where I currently lead their Music Technology programme, as well as teach a mixture of 1-to-1’s and large groups of all ages and settings. Alongside a decade of my own career as a signed touring musician. My approach to teaching and making music has become part of the same practice — one where technical skill and genuine connection with the person in front of you both matter. Most of my teaching happens in community and school settings across a wide range of ages and backgrounds, including students who don't always find it easy to engage with formal education. I run weekly music technology groups where students write, record and produce their own tracks from scratch, and I've found that real progress — musical and personal — tends to come from building trust first: getting to know how someone works, what motivates them, and where they need more space or more structure. Some of my proudest moments as a teacher have been watching a student who initially felt music education "wasn't for them" go on to perform live at a showcase. For students working toward exams, I follow the relevant syllabus closely and build lessons around steady, confidence-building progression toward Grade 8. For students without exam goals — which is most of the young people I teach — I focus on developing their own creative voice, whether that means writing lyrics, producing a beat, or getting comfortable performing in front of others for the first time. My own musical background led me to release music through labels including Polydor, touring the UK and Europe including performances at Reading & Leeds and Pitchfork Paris festivals, plus performing sessions for BBC Radio 1. I’ve worked alongside world-leading musicians and producers, and I now produce music for independent artists from my own studio. I bring that experience directly into my teaching, making music & production accessible at whatever level a student is starting from. I hold a PGCert in Performance Teaching from Guildhall School of Music & Drama, and I'm about to begin an MComp there. Across both my teaching and my own practice, I've become especially interested in relational, trauma-informed approaches that support young people who don't always feel safe or welcome in arts education — without that support coming at the expense of high-quality musical teaching. I'm currently taking on a small number of new private students in the SE15 area. I'm DBS checked and happy to discuss lesson format — at a home studio, at the student's home, or online. If you're looking for a teacher combining solid classical training, broad experience with a wide range of learners, and real industry background in performance and production, I'd love to hear from you.
Qualifications: BMus (Hons) Popular Music from Goldsmiths, University of London, BTEC 90 Credit Diploma in Popular Music
I am a patient and experienced tutor registered through the Musicians Union / CRB / DBS. Learn acoustic or electric guitar,Bass guitar,Ukulele at your own pace. I provide tuition to suit all ages, from complete beginners to advanced players. Lessons are tailored to suit each individual student. Wide range of styles of electric and acoustic guitar. My approach to lessons is friendly and relaxed and personalised to match your goals and interests. Covering Beckenham and surrounding area Qualifications: Musicians Institute Los Angeles Diploma
Hello my name is Franck Alba. I am a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter music teacher and producer. Born in France but a resident of South London since the 1990’s, I have etched out a formidable portfolio, which includes recording with the seminal DJ/producer Andrew Weatherall and with my own groups, Low Road and Fireflies (the latter’s music was recently featured in the popular BBC One tv series, ‘Killing Eve‘). As a member of the Anglo-French ghostrock group, Piano Magic, from 2002 to 2016, I toured numerous times across the Continent and played as far and wide as Moscow and Istanbul. I am also featured on six of the band’s studio albums and a whole plethora of associated recordings, collaborating with the likes of Dead Can Dance, Low, John Grant and Vashti Bunyan. Though I began studying violin at the age of six, I fell headfirst in love with guitars in my early teens. At 16, heavily influenced by artists such as The Cure, Siouxsie & The Banshees, Cocteau Twins, Depeche Mode, Nick Drake, The Durutti Column and many more, I formed my first bands, ‘Siamese Angels’ and ‘Something Else’ . Before long, whilst studying at the jazz music school IMFP in Salon de Provence, I began playing professional concerts around his native south of France. On moving to London in the late 90’s, I joined various short-lived bands and cut my teeth playing extensively on the city’s buzzing live circuit. My most recent work includes writing and recording for Theory of ghosts EP 1 & 2 (2019-2020) and a full Album coming out January 2026, recording sessions for Andrew Weatherall’s 2014-2019, acclaimed solo album ‘Convenanza’ ,various remixes and live performances with the Woodleigh Research Facility (WRF). I am currently collaborating with innumerable artists, singer-songwriters, film makers alongside working on my solo albums. I have been teaching guitar, bass, drums, singing, music theory and improvisation for more than 20 years beside my own music career.
About Guitar lessons in Lewisham
Find guitar lessons in Lewisham whether you want beginner lessons or advanced coaching — many teachers also provide online lessons.
Lewisham teachers often teach from home studios, travel locally, or offer online lessons depending on preference.
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Guitar lessons: what to expect
Guitar lessons near you
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.
Who guitar lessons are for
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.
What you’ll learn in guitar lessons
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 vs in-person guitar lessons
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 Lewisham
It varies by teacher; some travel locally while others teach from studios or online.
Yes — online lessons are widely available and flexible.
Look for clear teaching plans, suitable experience, and good communication.
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.