Guitar lessons in Stoke
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Teachers near Stoke
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Update - please note that i'm not currently taking on more students (April 2025) Hey, I’m Matt and I offer one-to-one guitar lessons in Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire. I’m an experienced guitarist with teaching experience and my excellent value lessons offer the perfect place to start for beginners and improvers. I can also teach beginner to intermediate bass guitar. What I’m offering: Learn your favourite songs Gain confidence with strumming and timing Go through the grades and get UCAS points (with Rockschool, Trinity, ABRSM) Change chords effortlessly Understand the principles of music theory Flexible approach to suit you All styles taught I offer lessons both in-person and online and I’m happy to travel. I have a teaching space at my home which is in Cliffe Vale Stoke-on-Trent (2 minutes from the A500) and I have all of the equipment necessary. I’m an experienced guitarist and have performed in covers and original bands and have recorded my own material. I am very familiar with the RSL Rock School and Trinity syllabuses which I use to help structure my lessons. I realise that every student has their own aspirations and goals. If you’re aiming to take a more academic route and learn grades or perhaps you wish to take a more laid back approach and simply want to develop your skills and make music – I will adapt my lessons to your needs! I can accommodate all ages and abilities and hold a valid enhanced DBS check. Music Qualifications & Achievements: I’m currently in the process of taking the electric guitar grades with RSL Rockschool. I perform in multiple established professional bands including Arctic Stereo Killers and Harmonic Fall duo. I co-founded an alt-country band ‘The Black Widows’ that played all over the UK and made two albums.
Qualifications: MA Contemporary Arts, BA Hons Popular Music, RSL Level 4 Teaching Diploma, Grade 8 Electric Guitar Rockschool.
I teach from my studio in Crewe (Cheshire), offer online lessons through Zoom, FaceTime or by travelling to you within my local area. I also teach within schools in the Crewe area. My speciality is popular music and I am a Rockschool Associate Tutor so I am very familiar with their songs, technical exercises and exams. I’m also classically trained with ABRSM exams I aim to make lessons fun and informative, and am happy to support students playing for enjoyment, or to work towards exams, either music grades or GCSE In addition to teaching I perform regularly at weddings, corporate events, restaurants and bars. I perform solo and as part of different acts including duos, trios and full bands, as a singing waiter, and as a host at open mic nights. As a songwriter I have several releases available through the main streaming and download platforms and can help with songwriting, recording and releasing music. Qualifications: RSL Grade 8 Music Production, RSL Grade 8 Music Theory, ABRSM Singing ARSM (diploma), DipABRSM Singing, level 3 ABRSM qualifications in Piano and singing, level 3 RSL qualifications in guitar, bass, ukulele
CDM Academy is led by Connor Docherty, a Registry of Guitar Tutors (RGT) approved tutor and graduate of Sir Paul McCartney's prestigious Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts (LIPA). With over 10 years experience as a professional guitarist and tutor, Connor founded CDM Academy to create a learning platform that goes above and beyond the usual guitar curriculum and breaks down the barriers faced by guitar students everywhere. Get started today with a £10 taster session and discover how learning with CDM Academy can help transform you into the guitarist you've always wanted to be. Qualifications: BA (Hons) Music
About guitar lessons in Stoke
Find guitar lessons in Stoke whether you want beginner lessons or advanced coaching — many teachers also provide online lessons.
Stoke 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 Stoke
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.