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Want to Learn To Play Guitar?

Looking for guitar lessons? Great choice! The guitar is a well-known instrument that plays a big role in many musical settings. Its versatility makes it part of many genres where it works both in the rhythm section and as a solo instrument. Classical guitarists exploit this versatility especially well - we hear both melody and harmonic accompaniment at the same time. Take guitar lessons with one of our expert guitar teachers, and get 50% off the first of your guitar lessons.

Take Guitar Lessons With MusicTeachers.co.uk

Do you want to take guitar lessons? Or maybe you already play and are looking for guitar lessons to improve your skills? Why not learn with an experienced, dedicated guitar teacher. All our guitar lessons are taught by are skilled, professional teachers as well as professional musicians. Taking guitar lessons with an expert guitar teacher will ensure that you see your playing progress quickly!

High-Quality Guitar Lessons Really Make a Difference!

This is especially true for beginners. When you start guitar lessons, having the basics of a solid technique (explained in a fun and engaging way) will save hours and hours of frustration later down the line. All of our guitar teachers have trained to a professional standard and are performing or recording musicians in their own right. However, this isn’t enough to make great guitar lessons. We can garuantee that your guitar lessons will be taught by guitar teachers who have honed their ability to communicate technical and music theory ideas, concepts and exercises in clear, simple, language. These skills, coupled with great enthusiasm and the determination to personalise the learning experience for each student means that MusicTeachers.co.uk offers some of the best guitar lessons around. Try it out for yourself! Get in touch with one of our amazing guitar teachers for guitar lessons today and we’ll send you a voucher for a 50% off the first of your guitar lessons.

Learn to Play Guitar with professional, Trusted Teachers for Guitar Lessons

We ensure that all of our guitar teachers have an Enhanced DBS Certificate, and they all go through a stringent recruitment process. We pride ourselves on our industry-leading Safeguarding and Child Protection policies and make sure that all guitar teachers share the same level of commitment. Don't wait, learn guitar today - message one of our brilliant guitar teachers and get 50% of the first of your guitar lessons.

Find Your Perfect Guitar Lessons Here

MusicTeachers.co.uk offers guitar lessons in almost all locations nationwide!

Have a look at guitar lessons in some of our bigger locations:

1. Guitar Lessons in London


2. Guitar Lessons in Manchester


3. Guitar Lessons in Leeds


4. Guitar Lessons in Bristol

Looking for Lessons in Another Instrument?

MusicTeachers.co.uk doesn't just offer guitar lessons - we offer lessons in many different instruments all across the country. Check out some of the other instrument lessons we offer...

1. Bass Guitar Lessons


2. Piano Lessons


3. Drums Lessons


4. Singing Lessons

FAQ

• How Do I Get Started?
  Simply choose your favourite teacher and send them a direct message by pressing the blue button on the right hand side of their profile! Then you and your teacher can chat to arrange the date, time and location for your first lesson.


• How Do I Pay?
  Once you have agreed on the details of your first lesson, your teacher will create a booking on the site. Payment can then be made via the platform. This is as simple as buying anything else online. You have the option of buying one lesson or buying a flexible block of lessons where you can receive up to 10% off.


• Why Do Prices Vary?
  At MusicTeachers.co.uk we let our teachers set their prices depending on their own experience, demand and location. With our advice, teachers choose an appropriate price from 8 set prices. A lower price is not necessarily a sign of a lower quality teacher.


• Lesson Types
  MusicTeachers.co.uk only currently offers 1:1 lessons , but keep an eye on the website as we are planning to expand to group, and online lessons.


• Can I Borrow an Instrument?
  We do not offer an instrument rental service. However, our teachers can often advise you on this - so don’t hesitate to ask your teacher for help finding the right rental service.


• Lessons for All Levels
  Our teachers offer lessons at all levels - from beginners to advanced players. If you have specific requests such as GCSE/ A-Level tutoring, or preparation for a University audition, let us know and we can help you find the right teacher!


• Lessons for Children
  All of our teachers are high-quality professionals, holding either a music degree or years of relevant experience. In addition, we require that all of our teachers hold the Enhanced DBS certificate. So we can promise that your child’s lesson with one of our teachers will be high quality and safe.
  If you have any questions about age and teaching approaches, you can contact the teacher directly or get in touch with our office team about finding the right teacher for your child.


• Lessons for Mature Students
  Are you looking to rekindle your old love of music after a long hiatus? Or looking to finally start something you’ve wanted to do your whole life? Our music teachers are well equipped with stimulating lesson content for mature students as well as children, and will do all they can to make you feel comfortable and to personalise the experience for you!

Choosing the Right Guitar for Your Guitar Lessons

Are you thinking of taking guitar lessons? Are you on the verge of buying your own guitar? It's important to find a guitar that you love and feel comfortable with. You can try out different types and manufacturers in your local music shop, and it's always worth asking your one of our guitar teachers what they recommend before buying!

Here are some tips from us on what to take into consideration before making your final decision. But remember, the most important thing is that you choose something you're comfortable playing in your music lessons and in your practise.

Types of Guitar

There are three main types of guitar to consider when choosing your guitar. Classical guitar, acoustic guitar and electric guitar. Classical guitars have nylon strings as opposed to metal strings, and are said to be good beginner instruments. Acoustic guitars are a slightly different shape to classical guitars and are setup with steel strings. Electric guitars are usually a very different shape to acoustic/classical guitars, with a much smaller body. These too are setup with metal strings. It's useful to figure out with your guitar teacher what type of guitar you want to learn to play before starting your guitar lessons, that way, you can focus in on what kind of styles you want to work with in your guitar lessons. Read more about different types of guitar here...

Classical Guitar

The classical guitar is often recommended before the acoustic as a beginner instrument for your first guitar lessons. It's thought to be easier to play as it has nylon strings and a wider fretboard, making chords easier to play. As mentioned before, classical and acousitc guitars are quite different. As a beginner, there are two significant differences to take into consideration before choosing this for your guitar lessons.

The classical guitar has a wider fretboard which can make learning chords a little easier, as there's plenty of room for all your fingers and you can easily see what finger goes where. It also has nylon strings which are much softer than steel strings. This means your fingers are less likely to get sore on your first go! Another advantage to starting on a classical guitar is the nylon strings can make it easier to get a great clean sound sooner. One disadvantage though, is while the wide fretboard can be a great help, it can also be a hinderance - if you have small hands, it might be hard to reach more difficult chords.

Of course, classical guitar is perfect if you're wanting to learn to play classical pieces - hence the name! But if you were working towards pop/rock pieces, it would be worth considering moving on to an acoustic or electric guitar if you're using a classical guitar to begin with.

There's no need to amplify a classical guitar, though you can purchase classical guitars with built-in pickups if needed. Without pick-ups, classical guitars are perfect for small settings like singing songs around a camp fire, in the living room or in small venues.

Acoustic Guitar

The acoustic guitar is equipped with steel strings, which can make it harder on your fingers at first. However, this will pass over time, the more you practise and learn to play guitar. The skin on your fingers will harden and then you won't feel anything! It's a great idea to start building the strength in your fingers from your first guitar lessons, which makes the acoustic guitar a good beginner instrument in that respect. Another advantage of an acoustic guitar is that it has a smaller fretboard which can make it easier to reach difficult chords if you have smaller hands.

Another advantage of the acoustic guitar is the added volume. Acoustic guitars are suitable for small venues as well as bigger audiences. They can also be bought with a pickup fitted to them (this is called an electro-acoustic), which can then be put through a PA system for bigger venues.

Acoustic guitars are often associated with folk/country music, singer-songwriter music and pop.

Electric Guitar

The electric guitar is equipped with metal strings, much like the acoustic. However, the strings are finer and the action is lower, making it much easier to play than the acoustic. 'Action' refers to the height of the strings from the fretboard - when it's lower, the strings are easier to press, and when it's higher, more difficult. The fretboard is also thinner, making navigation more manageable. You might find your guitar lessons progress a little quicker with the electric, in that respect.

The electric guitar doesn't make much sound on its own - you will need to connect it to an amplifier to get the sound you want. It's also important to choose the right amplifier, so make sure to ask advice from your teacher on a good beginner amp. One of the advantages of the electric guitar is also the wide variation of sound you can achieve - there is almost an infinite array of effects pedals to choose from which can make your guitar sound completely different! You can even build a 'pedal board' with your favourite pedals on it so you can quickly switch sounds for different parts of a song. This is something you can learn about in your guitar lessons.

Parents Take Note!

There is often some fear around a child wishing to take guitar lessons with electric guitar. It is important to remember that your child may have been inspired by listening to or watching their favourite band. This inspiration is gold dust as it provides a steady stream of motivation – even when the going gets tough! For some students, an acoustic or classical guitar simply won’t cut it while they are trying to learn to play guitar. Modern production of amplifiers also means the sound can be controlled. Many beginner amps also come with headphone jacks, enabling near silent practice!

Pedals, effects pedals and all manner of potential accessories are also be a draw for the electric guitar. It's worth saving some room in your budget for some accessories a little way down the line to keep interest levels high! This is in contrast to the simplicity of a well-made classical or acoustic guitar. If classical/acoustic guitar is the instrument of choice, set the best budget you can and use it on an instrument of quality. Well-made instruments by well known brands will hold value, and selling second-hand will be an option should things not work out as planned. Similarly, when searching for an instrument within your price range, the second hand market (with the help of an expert) is an option worth exploring. Ask your guitar teacher in your guitar lessons for advice.

Whichever guitar you choose, it is recommended that you have a professional set-up your guitar before your first guitar lessons. Setting up includes adjusting screws and various elements inside the guitar which can make it more comfortable to play and more motivating to learn to play guitar. Get a recommendation from your music teacher or a local music shop for the right person to do this for you.

Remember: the most important thing is to find an instrument you are comfortable with since you will be spending many, many hours with it!

Questions About Guitar Lessons?

At MusicTeachers.co.uk, we are always on hand connecting students with their perfect teacher. If you have any questions about guitar lessons, call us on 07946125613 or send us an email to [email protected]. The office team are all professional musicians and educators who love giving great service. Get in touch today - we look forward to hearing from you!

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