HI,
I have someone who wants to learn guitar, but doesn't know what sort of lesson/tuition to go for. He is interested in contempory stuff and wants to (eventually) be able to play the songs he enjoys both acoustic and electric.

Any suggestions on what kind of lesson to look for? I looked online and it seems to be a case of either classical or electric....or is this just a black and white description that really has many greys in it ;)?

Cheers in advance.

Bump ^^^^ !!

Hi, try Craig Went, I am in a band http://www.myspace.com/highwaychildband with him and he teaches both acoustic and electric. Past student's include Anna Haigh http://www.myspace.com/annahaigh local acoustic act, and guitarist in local ska band Bison http://www.allhailthebison. He is proffesionally licensed by the London College of music, and a cool guy.

www.myspace.com/craigwent.

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HI,
I have someone who wants to learn guitar, but doesn't know what sort of lesson/tuition to go for. He is interested in contempory stuff and wants to (eventually) be able to play the songs he enjoys both acoustic and electric.

Any suggestions on what kind of lesson to look for? I looked online and it seems to be a case of either classical or electric....or is this just a black and white description that really has many greys in it ;)?

Cheers in advance.

The mechanics of playing don't vary that much from one guitar style to another (we all use scales & chords for example), but because he'll be practicing on one instrument it would probably be as well for him to practice on the kind of instrument he's looking to write for. So if he wants to outdo Leo Brouwer he'd be better off playing classical guitar, if he wants to blow Pat Metheney away he needs to play acoustic guitar, if he's interested in making Hendrix look sillly he'll need an electric. It's a case of 'horses for courses' IOW.

There are purist guitar teachers who'll only teach one instrument and if he's into a particular style he might be best going for that style of lesson as popular, jazz & classic have slightly different emphases. If he's not sure then he just needs a good all-rounder.

Try Tim Naylor.... covers all styles and all levels

www.bobelliott.co.uk

Hi there,
I've just moved to Sheffield and i'm an experienced guitar teacher looking for new students.
I teach acoustic/electric guitar to classical and jazz; so what ever the student is looking for...
I also provide chord and scale sheets, as well as songs to play.
I have been playing guitar for nearly 20 years and have a Diploma in music. Also I am CRB checked.
I have been teaching many students for a number of years now, from 7 year old girls to blokes in the 50's...so I can tailor the lessons to fit you.
I charge £10 for 30minutes, £15 for 45 minutes and £20 for 60 minutes (45minutes is a good ammount of time I find).
If you have any questions just email!!
Cheers and all the best,
Andrew
07729 292962

A professional teacher is the most expensive option. A good one will bring out the best in you, may encourage you to take grades, but will get frustrated if you don't practice. If you have money, time and are prepared to put the work in, this is one of the most effective routes to take, because they will correct any bad habits and your guitar lessons are one-to-one.