Huw Robert Edwards

Whether you’re picking up the guitar for the first time or aiming to refine your skills at an advanced level, my lessons are designed to help you progress with confidence. I work with students from beginner through to grade 8 and beyond — including advanced teens at Leeds Junior Conservatoire and adult learners looking to reach professional standards.

While I specialise in helping children and teenagers develop their musical skills — from early stages through to expert performance — my lessons are open to learners of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re aiming for graded exams, band performance, or personal growth, I’ll tailor the lessons to your goals and experience level.

I teach freelance within schools such as Robert Ogden (National Autistic Society) and frequently run ensembles on behalf of Rock School UK. I also run guitar skills and ensemble groups at Leeds Junior Conservatoire. I also teach guitar online, meaning I can work with people all around the world. Feel free to get in touch wherever you are.

My teaching space is fully equipped to give beginners the tools they need to learn with confidence. With professional amplifiers, spare guitars, recording equipment, and access to Logic Pro X, students not only learn to play but also get the chance to explore music in creative ways. For younger learners, this might mean playing their first simple songs. For teenagers, it could mean experimenting with recording or learning how the guitar fits into a band. Either way, the aim is the same: to make lessons enjoyable while ensuring steady, visible progress.

I want my students to enjoy their lessons and discover the joy of playing music. For beginners, confidence is everything, and with the right support, young people quickly see what they’re capable of. Whether they want to take grades, play their favourite songs, or simply explore music for fun, I help them achieve their goals at their own pace.

Every child starts at a different point. Some may have never picked up a guitar before, while others might already know a few chords. The first thing we’ll establish is what your child wants to achieve and how they learn best.

Although guitar is my main instrument, I also play drums, bass, piano, and sing. This wider experience helps me show students how the guitar fits into music as a whole, which establishes a firm understanding of composition in beginners.

I teach guitar privately from The Chapel in Leeds, a beautifully converted church that serves as a creative hub for musicians and artists across the city. It’s an inspiring, welcoming space that makes learning enjoyable from the very first lesson. Conveniently located, it’s easy to reach from Meanwood, Moortown, Headingley, Weetwood, Kirkstall, West Park, Chapel Allerton and the wider Leeds area. For families further afield, I also offer online lessons, making it possible for students across the UK and beyond to learn with me from home.

“My daughter has loved having electric guitar lessons with Huw over the past two years. He is a fabulous teacher; he is patient, extremely knowledgeable and his lessons are always so well planned and structured. He is clearly very passionate about music and this is evident in his lessons and teaching style. With Huw’s support and guidance, my daughter was delighted to achieve her Grade 8 in electric guitar with a Distinction, at age 14! Thank you so much Huw.”
Samantha (Parent)