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Guitar Lessons Southend
My name is Connor & I'm an experienced guitar teacher based in Southend teaching students of all ages.
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My name is Connor & I'm an experienced guitar teacher based in Southend teaching students of all ages.
My goal as a teacher is to help the student develop in their chosen instrument whilst also maintaining their love for playing, balancing a focus on technique and theory whilst also having an appreciation for what they enjoy most about playing.
Students would gain a tutor with a wealth of knowledge, both technical and practical, taught with a fun, friendly and patient personality.
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My lessons are entirely built around my students needs. I will always make a lesson plan that best suits the direction that you want to learn in.
I believe that the best way to progress in a short amount of time is to enjoy what you learn & because of this I like to make sure my lessons are always as enjoyable as tey are informative. You will always walk away gaining knowledge in the most enjoyable way possible.
Lessons are pay-as-you-go, weekly, fortnightly or as suits you.
I am an experienced player and teacher & would love to pass my knowledge onto anyone that is willing to learn. I welcome both advanced and beginner players.
Learn at a comfortable speed as a beginner
I studied at The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, founded by Paul McCartney and Mark Featherstone-Witty. During my time on this course I learned a wide range of skills which made me a better teacher and musician.
Graduating in 2017 with a BA Hons in Music I have been working and performing professionally as a multi-instrumentalist. I can harness this experience to help my students gain confidence & Learn in a positive way.
I have extensive touring experience across the UK, Europe & Africa, with artist's supporting the likes of Lauryn Hill & Laura Mvula, Awarded Montreux Jazz Festival’s European Tour award 2018, associated with Fairmont Hotels. All in all, I have a wide range of experience that will help you get the most out of your lessons.
Enjoyable Lessons Built Around You
I've been playing guitar since the age of 10, since then I have been working professionally as both a bassist and guitarist, performing in all varied styles including, Pop, Jazz, Funk, Soul, Blues, Folk, Electronic & more. This will enable my students to be able to learn a wide variety of genres & enables me to be ready to teach any style you might be interested in.
I've studied up to a grade 7 in popular music through my university course, with knowledge in: Scales, Modes, Chords, Rhythm notation, Knowledge of popular music, Harmony, Transposition. With this in mind, If you wanted to go through the graded system I am more than qualified to teach you and push your learning in this direction.
I've had also had extensive experience working in studios and using DAW's (Logic & Ableton), Recording Techniques & Production. Songwriting & Composition, Professional Development / How to brand & market yourself as an artist. If you are interested in recording yourself or don't know where to start when it comes to recording I would be more than happy to help.
Learn to play the styles of music that you love.
We are lucky to have a wide variety of music stores in Southend where you can pick up everything from guitars and pianos to drum kits. Here are a few of my favorites.
Leigh Music Co, is a small independent music store that caters to a wide range of musicians. They are known for their relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff at all times. You can find the store at 4 Rectory Grove, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 2HE.
Allegro Music, Located at 252-254 London Rd, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 7JG, is a great store if you want to pick up new or second hand guitars. They are also known for having a great extensive ukulele collection which is interesting to check out.
PMT Southend, Located at 8-50 Queens Rd, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea SS1 1NL, is part of a chain of stores that you can find across the UK. They always have great service and a wide range of instruments in store as well as a great website for ordering online.
During my time as a musician I have learned a wide range of skills that are all transferable, meaning I can pass them all onto you. I will help you develop your musical ability and also encourage you on your musical path in the hope that you can make a career out of it one day.
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My lessons are currently charged at £12.50 per half hour and £25 per hour for all of my students.
I have my own teaching space that is centrally located where you can feel comfortable whilst learning & I also offer the opportunity to learn from your own home if you like.
I teach guitar to all ages. I believe that music should be for everyone.
It's your choice. For the best results, I would recommend taking a lesson at least once per week with plenty of practice at home.
You need to give me at least 48 hours notice when cancelling a lesson, otherwise, you will be charged for the lesson.
Get in touch now and start learning to play the guitar !
Guitar Teacher
Connor O'Shea
