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Studio-Based Adult Lessons · 16+ Years Teaching · 30M+ Streams

Learn Guitar with a Touring Professional Musician

About
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About

I work primarily with adults who want focused, structured progress on the guitar - whether you’re starting from scratch, returning after years away, or looking to refine your playing at a higher level.

 

With over 16 years of teaching experience alongside an active professional career, I combine real-world performance insight with clear, personalised instruction. As an artist and songwriter, my own original music has been streamed over 30 million times worldwide. I also run an independent record label and have performed at venues including Ronnie Scott’s, The Jazz Café and PizzaExpress Live, as well as UK and international auditoriums and arenas.

 

Above all, lessons are supportive, focused and tailored to you. My aim is to create a relaxed environment where you feel comfortable asking questions, pushing yourself, and making real progress - without pressure or ego.

 

Sessions take place in my Croydon studio or online via Zoom for students across the UK and internationally.

30M+ Streams • Record Label Founder • Major UK & International Venues • 16+ Years Teaching

Lesson Topics

Lesson Topics

Every lesson is tailored to your goals.

Most students progress fastest through a combination of the following core areas:

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Repertoire

Learning real songs you love - riffs, solos, melodies and full pieces.

Building a repertoire you can confidently play from memory.

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Fundamentals

Technique, chords & scales, fretboard knowledge, ear training and theory.

A strong foundation that improves your confidence and overall musicianship.

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Creativity

Writing your own music - songs, riffs, solos and chord progressions.

Improvising, shaping your sound, and developing your creative voice.

Testimonals
Al is truly a phenomenal teacher. I had been playing for several years before starting lessons, but I wasn't happy with my lack of progress and ability despite receiving lessons in the past. I contacted several local teachers...

Aaron Reekie

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Take the Next Step in Your Guitar Playing

In-Studio (Croydon) · Online via Zoom

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