Guitar, bass and ukulele tuition in Colchester and online
Professional, patient music tuition tailored for students aged 8 to 80. Whether you are picking up an instrument for the first time or looking to refine your technique, learn with an experienced tutor holding over 40 years of musicianship.
Instrument tuition options
Choose the instrument that inspires you most. All lessons provide a relaxed, supportive environment designed to build core technique, rhythm, and confidence across a wide variety of musical styles.
Acoustic and electric guitar
Master essential chords, strumming patterns, fingerpicking, and lead playing. Lessons are built around the songs and genres you love most.
Bass guitar
Develop strong timing, groove, and fretboard awareness. Learn foundational basslines and how to lock in effectively with rhythm sections.
Ukulele
A fun, accessible instrument for all ages. Pick up straightforward chord shapes, lively strumming techniques, and classic melodies right from your first lesson.
A relaxed approach backed by decades of experience
With a first-class honours degree in music, 40 years as an active musician, and 20 years teaching, I provide calm, practical guidance suited to every learner. Before your first session, I arrange an initial discussion by phone or Zoom to pinpoint your goals so every lesson is productive.
In-person lessons in Colchester
Face-to-face tuition takes place in Colchester, offering dedicated one-to-one mentoring with immediate feedback on posture, hand positioning, and sound. Standard adult and teenage lessons run for 60 minutes, while focused 30-minute sessions are available for younger primary school learners.
Interactive online tuition
Learn from the comfort of home through high-quality video sessions via Zoom. Online lessons are structured as 30-minute or 45-minute sessions to ensure focused learning and prevent screen fatigue, delivering the same thorough technical instruction without the travel.
