Discover Your Music Journey
“Jem discussed with my daughter what she was hoping to achieve from her lessons. She enjoyed her guitar lessons and learnt and improved in skill quickly.”
“Jem is a brilliant teacher! Seems to know exactly what I need to do to progress forward. When I started with Jem I wasn’t a novice but I wouldn’t say I was an intermediate either. Jem helped me put all my knowledge together and it’s made me a much happier guitarist.”
“I’ve been back and forth with the guitar for many years and decided to start having lessons with Jem in a attempt to improve my knowledge and ability on the guitar. Jem tailor made the sessions to support my level of ability. I would highly recommend Jem as a tutor.”
“Jem is a fantastic guitar teacher. Very encouraging, supportive and adaptable to my forever changing requirements. I find my weekly hour lesson with Jem really beneficial, and an escape from reality. I highly recommend Jem from beginners right through to advanced. Wonderful teaching style. Thanks Jem, here’s to many more lessons together.”
Really enjoying my lessons with Jem! As 29 year old wanting to jump back into guitar Jem is great at being adaptable and letting me lead on what I want to learn and how i’d like to learn, and guiding me when i’m unsure. From the start Jem has always been really kind and understanding, and makes the sessions enjoyable, and clearly has a really in depth knowledge of a range of guitar playing styles and genres. The lessons aren’t at all like the music lessons I remember having as a child ( In the best way!). Highly recommend, Jem’s an excellent teacher.
Structured programs to suit your level and goals
Enjoy learning guitar with individualized lessons focused on enjoyment and musical expression. As well as songs, styles and technique, I enjoy teaching songwriting, music theory, improvising, sight reading (though it’s by no means a requirement for being a musician) – if it’s relevant to you I’ll build it into your lessons.
Pass grade exams
…but only if you’d like to! I’ve guided students through exams with Trinity, ABRSM, Rockschool and LCM exam boards. Video exams can be recorded from my home studio if required. Either way, I have a good library of teaching materials and can suggest some great guitar books and resources for you.
A teacher you can trust
I plan your lessons with music at the right level for you to see improvement. Good relationships are at the core of successful teaching, and I’ll always do my best to make the lessons fun, engaging and interesting. I’ll help you to build your confidence and above all to enjoy playing music.
I teach all ages, I’m DBS checked, and have public liability insurance.
Online guitar lessons
As well as in person lessons, I’m currently teaching online via zoom. The beauty of online lessons is that you can learn from home without having to travel, but you get the benefit of an experienced teacher who can answer your questions in real time and give you instant feedback.
