Guitar lessons in Nottingham

Hello, my name is Chris and I’m a teaching professional based in Nottingham. I have years of experience and in my time I have taught one to one, in groups large and small and at schools and colleges. I teach all styles, ages and abilities. Each lesson is tailored to your needs. If you would like to go down a guitar grade route I teach the Rockschool and RGT syllabus and have a 100% pass rate on my students’ exams. I cover all aspects of learning from technique, theory, composition, improvisation, sight reading and more. Music, guitar and teaching are my passion and I always strive to make my lessons as enjoyable, interesting and tailored to individual needs as I can. I can do home visits or you are welcome to come to my studio in Nottingham city centre. When I’m not teaching guitar I’m an active live musician I play in bands and get the privilege of travelling across the country playing for people. Music Qualifications & Achievements: RGT Guitar Grade 8 and Associate Diploma with the London College of Music Playing to a few thousand people at gigs across the country, I still play live most weekends, it’s always an honour All my students who take exams have passed, never a fail and I’m incredibly proud of that

Hi, I’m Rob Greco — guitarist, educator, and lifelong music enthusiast based right here in Nottingham. I founded Guitar Lessons Nottingham with one simple mission: to help people discover the joy of playing guitar, no matter their age or experience level. With over a decade of teaching and performing under my belt, I’ve worked with students from all walks of life — from total beginners picking up their first chord to advanced players refining their technique. My lessons are built around your goals, your style, and your pace. Whether you're into acoustic storytelling, electric solos, blues grooves, or indie riffs, I’ll help you find your sound and sharpen your skills. I believe learning guitar should be fun, challenging, and deeply rewarding. That’s why I focus on practical playing, musical creativity, and building confidence — not just theory and drills. My studio is a relaxed, supportive space where mistakes are part of the process and progress is always celebrated. So if you’re ready to start your guitar journey — or take it to the next level — I’d love to help you get there.

Hi there to all, my name is Jay and I’ve been teaching on and off for 5 years, in between my day job which is writing treatments for TV commercials. So I teach basic vocal training for beginners with a view to helping improve your gig smartness to get you to gig ready for playing with bands or playing solo, or to get you started to play at an open mic night if that’s your desire. I also teach basic guitar studies and songwriting, once again, with a view to getting you ready to find other musicians, get connected to help you along your musical journey as I can, if that’s your wish, i.e. accompany you at an open mic night gig etc. So please get in touch and let’s start your search to find your true voice. Music Qualifications & Achievements: Started gigging 1990, fronting my first band, toured the whole of England and Scotland and played every place in London we could possibly play for 3 years. I also recorded an album for E.M. I then sung live backing vocals for various artists in London between 1993 till 1996 whilst promoting my open mic nights of which I would accompany artists instrumentally with the cajon, guitar (acoustic and electric ), bass congas, harmonica and backing vocals. Joined a band playing bass for 2 years recorded a studio album, gigged extensively once more. Then joined my last band in 98 and released an album on Boy George’s label a year later, promoting the album at Leeds, reading new band stage ,which lead us to get a better deal with Clive Davis and J Records. Then I moved to L.A to complete the second album, and even though the band does not exist I still write with the singer of that said band to this day, who I work with on commercials i.e. treatments and composing music for TV commercials. In terms of musical qualifications, I’m self-taught but have a wealth of experience that I have acquired through my travels and have worked with artists from many different genres from folk, pop, rock, soul-funk, reggae jazz, punk and metal with whatever was asked of me at the time which I think gives me a unique insight in how to approach these styles from professional and informal situations. All in all my musical journey has really enriched my skill set and my life.

Hi I’m David. I am highly passionate about passing on musical knowledge; approaches to learn or strengthen the building blocks of music- melody, harmony and rhythm. I teach: • Guitar • Ukulele • Trumpet • Songwriting • Music Theory & Ear Training • Singing whilst accompanying yourself My teaching style is for ALL ages and tailored towards each individual student. I will teach you to connect your voice, to your ear to your instrument. Your initial lesson with me will involve a discussion about your relationship with music- what you like and what you’d like to learn. On any instrument my approach is based around songs and tunes, extracting worthwhile exercises to develop both your technique, music theory and train your ear. I will also help you to develop the confidence and connection to truly express yourself through music. As a teacher and as an artist this is my foundation. Whether you are a beginner playing your first notes, a songwriter looking to bring new colours to your compositions or a more intermediate player enhancing your technique, we will develop consistent ways to practice and enjoy your journey. After all finding the fun in learning music helps us to stick with it. About Me: I am a professional singer / songwriter / guitarist & trumpeter, a formerly signed recording artist on DB records in the noughties. I started playing the guitar at the age of 10 and began performing as the lead singer in bands from the age of 13. I have fronted bands professionally in the folk-rock, soul & pop vein for over 30 years. I think these experiences give me an interesting perspective to pass on in that I have done a lot of recording, including work with producer Tim Oliver and have played loads of gigs with various professional musicians including Charlie Jones (Goldfrapp, Robert Plant), Clive Deamer (Robert Plant, Radiohead, Get The Blessing) and Jack Atherton (Jake Bugg). In the last decade I added the trumpet and the study of jazz to my own musical repertoire. Due to the complexities that come with trumpet technique, jazz harmony and improvisation I found that this was the most methodical I’ve been about learning and practising an instrument. The process was humbling so I sincerely am with you, every step of the way as you learn. I have formed a deeper connection to the idea of music as a language rather than some given talent. I strongly believe that most people can develop good musical skills with the right approach and consistent practice.

Hello, my name is Marcela and I am a patient and enthusiastic guitar (acoustic/electric) and ukulele tutor. I have taught guitar for three years, which includes individuals and small groups, both children and adults. We work on songs/pieces that you feel passionate about. Music theory, technique, scales, etc. happen as we work on THE SONGS. I believe that learning should be fun and making mistakes is a part of all learning. The lessons can be very flexible, depending on your needs. I provide all the materials for the lessons but we can use a handbook if you prefer. For online lessons, we can use an interactive platform to make the lesson time fun and efficient. You may want to learn guitar for enjoyment but if you are more technique and grades driven, please note that I’m most familiar with RGT exams (under London College of Music). Now, a few songs that are frequently requested by my students: Thunder by Imagine Dragons, Born in the USA by Bruce Springsteen, Hello by Adele, Yellow Submarine by Beatles, Wonderwall by Oasis. Please get in touch if you have any questions. Music Qualifications & Achievements: RGT Grade 8 in acoustic guitar playing DipLCM (With Merit)

My name is Mark Leivers and I am a professional guitar teacher from Derby with a wealth of experience in teaching and performing. I started playing the guitar as a child and it has been my passion ever since. I have immersed myself in a variety of styles from classical to pop, from rock to reggae! This has allowed me to play with many different bands/artists which has helped me to strengthen my playing by incorporating many different styles and techniques. Whether you want to learn to play your favourite songs, work towards graded examinations or work on improving technique, I offer tuition in a friendly and engaging environment. All students are welcome from complete beginners to seasoned players, I tailor lessons to suit you and the type of player you want to become. While learning to play the guitar I can teach you how to read music and learn songs by ear which are invaluable tools for any musician! I can also teach you to improvise with other musicians which is an extremely fun skill to have while also being a key technique in any versatile guitar player’s arsenal. The guitar is an incredible instrument and one that is immensely rewarding to be able to play. Like learning any new skill, the guitar will be challenging at times but most importantly it will be fun, and at least for me, that’s the only reason I play!

Introductory lesson free! A typical weekly lesson lasts for 30 minutes. Hour lessons may also available on request. Opening Hours (by arrangement): Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 3pm to 9pm. Tuesday: 3pm to 6pm. Friday: 3pm - 7pm. I ask all of my clients to set up a calendar monthly Standing Order. A weekly payment option is available, though lessons are cheaper on a monthly basis. I’m able to manage payments easier this way. I have a simple form that you can take into your bank to set this up or I can provide the details needed if you use online banking. Price (30 minute lesson every week): £60 per calendar month. Price (1 hour lesson every week): £105 per calendar month. A flat rate of £20 per 30 minute lesson is also available. Multiple person combinations with discounts are available, just ask for details. Please note: – Parent or guardian supervision with children requested. – Minimum age is 7+ My home is equipped with indoor CCTV. Everything is kept confidential. This is just for our protection and peace of mind. Zoom lessons are also available! Live too far away? Book a free taster lesson via Zoom! (a device with a stable connection is required). Qualifications: RSL Grade 8 in Electric Guitar, Popular Music with Music Technology Degree