Guitar lessons in Portsmouth
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Ray graduated from the Royal Academy of Music with a Master of Arts Degree in 2015, studying under Nicolette Moonen and Margaret Faultless, specialising in Historical Performance. He has taken part in the prestigious Bach cantatas and performed in Masterclasses with well known Baroque violinists such as Rachel Podger. He holds his Licentiate Diploma from the Royal Academy of Music in string teaching.Before his Master’s degree at the Academy Ray studied his Bachelor’s degree at the University of Chichester and has had experience in many different styles of music and performed in various Orchestras and ensembles both on violin and viola. Ray also performs as the Cadenza Duo with Heather Wrighton, Harpist, and in two string quartets, giving concerts in venues across the south and London, and recorded in the famous Abbey Road Studios for various projects. Ray is now based in West Sussex, and alongside teaching and performing, he is in the final full time year of his PhD in Music at the University of Chichester, in collaboration with the Royal Academy of Music. Music Qualifications & Achievements: Ba(Hons) Music 2:1 Master of Arts (RAM) LRAM (Licentiate diploma in string teaching) AFHEA (Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy)
Professional Guitar Tuition in Petersfield, Hampshire Friendly, expert guitar lessons for all ages and abilities. Learn at your own pace in a relaxed, supportive setting—building solid technique and music theory while playing the songs you love. Whether you want to gain recognised qualifications with leading exam boards and music colleges, or simply learn for fun, every session is tailored to your goals, learning style, and musical taste. In addition, I also teach music production and Logic Pro and have taught music production for a number of years for one of europes well known music schools. Styles taught: rock, metal, blues, jazz, pop, punk, folk and more. Why learn with me Patient, structured, and student-centred tuition DBS checked, Safeguarding trained, Prevent trained Clear lesson plans and practical take-home resources Options for graded exams or purely recreational learning Qualifications Masters Degree in Music Performance Degree in Contemporary Popular Music Higher Diploma (Guitar) PTLLS Teaching Qualification Assessor’s Qualification If you’re ready to develop confident technique, real-world musicianship, and a repertoire you’re proud of—get in touch and let’s start your journey.
If you decide to learn guitar with Aidan, not only will you get a great teacher and a tailored learning path, but you also gain access to a library of video resources that you can use in between lessons. As an added bonus, Aidan offers 2-for-1 discounts for parent/child lessons. Following your FREE first lesson, Aidan will create a custom learning path that covers the first 10 topics of your journey. These topics may take more than one lesson each to get through, but if you practice you will be surprised at how fast you improve! Learning the guitar is all about learning songs, they are the driving factor behind any real progress. The first thing Aidan will do is talk about your goals and what you hope to achieve by learning guitar. It could be as simple as learning your favourite song to play at a wedding or just for fun, all the way through to attaining your guitar grades, to being the biggest rock star in the world. The most important thing is that you enjoy the experience we provide, so playing guitar doesn’t feel intimidating. After 25 years of playing guitar and teaching in other sectors, Aidan decided to open my own guitar teaching school in Southampton. I’m your cliche tech-to-musician story. Having spent years working in entertainment logistics, audio visual services, and IT, Aidan ditched it all for music and built a professional studio here in Southampton.
About guitar lessons in Portsmouth
Find guitar lessons in Portsmouth whether you want beginner lessons or advanced coaching — many teachers also provide online lessons.
Portsmouth teachers often teach from home studios, travel locally, or offer online lessons depending on preference.
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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 Portsmouth
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.