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Find Your Sound with a Personal Blues Guitar Tutor Online
Blues guitar has a magic that’s hard to capture on your own. A great blues guitar tutor helps you unlock that sound - teaching you not just what to play, but how to make it sing. With personalised guidance, you’ll learn to shape phrases with the sweetness of B.B. King, dig into gritty bends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, or explore the smooth, expressive lines of Eric Clapton and Buddy Guy.
Your tutor will help you understand the emotional vocabulary of the blues, build confidence in your playing, and develop a style that feels authentic to you. Whether you're brand new or refining your tone, a tutor gives you the support, structure, and inspiration to grow as a musician.
Your tutor will help you understand the emotional vocabulary of the blues, build confidence in your playing, and develop a style that feels authentic to you. Whether you're brand new or refining your tone, a tutor gives you the support, structure, and inspiration to grow as a musician.
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Master Classic Blues Licks and Build Soulful Solos
In your blues guitar lessons, you’ll dive into the techniques that make each blues style unique - whether it’s Delta blues fingerpicking, Chicago electric grooves, Texas blues power, or the smooth phrasing of West Coast swing. Your tutor will break down essential skills such as expressive bending, vocal-style vibrato, call-and-response phrasing, chord tones, pentatonic scales, and 12-bar variations.
You’ll learn how to craft solos that flow naturally, outline chord changes, and carry emotional weight. As your skills grow, you’ll explore improvisation, rhythm playing, and building your own licks, helping you move from copying the greats to creating music that’s unmistakably yours.
Find Your Perfect Blues Guitar Mentor
Finding the right guitar tutor who understands the blues is key to making real progress. On Tutorful, you can filter tutors by style, availability, price, and experience to match your learning goals. Watch introduction videos, read verified reviews from students, and message tutors to discuss your objectives. Experienced tutors assess your current level, identify strengths and weaknesses, and create a personalised learning roadmap.
Whether your focus is improvisation, theory, or learning songs from blues legends, the right tutor ensures lessons are structured, engaging, and tailored to your needs. Every Tutorful tutor is professionally vetted, so you can trust you’re learning from an expert.
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35 Guitar Blues tutors:
£23/hr
5.0
Paul W
Experienced Guitar Tutor Professional Musician
I'm Paul and I have been teaching electric and acoustic guitar for 27 years. I have worked for Cheshire County Council and Manchester Council for 20 years teaching in various schools. Lessons are online. In my approach to teaching I want the student to be able to understand the fundamentals of the guitar, fretboard awareness knowing all the notes on the fretboard, knowledge of scales and how they relate to chords and harmony.This gives the student the ability to improvise and develop their own voice on the guitar.I think it is important to set a regular practice routine to set goals.I encourage...
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£54/hr
5.0
Dave G
Professional Musician, Composer & Guitar tutor
*Due to high demand we can only offer lessons online or at Dave's home studio in Clapham South (Poynders Gardens)* **Please note that Dave's current rates are 30min=£33.5, 45min=£42 and 60min=£51**Hi, my name is Dave. I'm a Musician, Composer, Guitar, Piano & Bass tutor with over 20 years experience. After receiving a degree in Contemporary music, I was privileged to enjoy a fruitful career not only as a music teacher but also as a full time composer and performer, both live and in the studio. Please follow the links below for examples. Music which I composed, performed and recorded was scre...
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£31/hr
4.8
Alistair W
Guitar Tutor - Kindling the Fire of Learning
I have played piano since I was 6 and guitar since my teens (a while ago!) and played with various bands over the years. Iteach piano and keyboard from beginner to advanced in various styles- Classical, Jazz, Pop,Rock etc and have taughtages 6 years old to adults. I have taught piano and keyboard in Birmingham primary and secondary schools for the last 14 years and have taught guitar privately.I can make up music arrangements of tunes to suit the students ability and tastes. I am dedicated to helping students advance and develop their skills,and can adapt lessons to suit the needs and tastes of...
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£39/hr
5.0
Ben C
Patient and Enthusiastic Guitar Tutor
I have been playing guitar for 20 years and teaching music for 7 years. I have been involved in a variety of different bands and ensembles within that time. My main focus throughout this time has been all kinds of rock music but I also have lots of experience in metal and acoustic singer/songwriter styles. I qualified from Leeds College of Music, gaining a 2:1 degree in Music Production and Performance, and possess a passion for all genres of music and teaching. I completed a Post Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) in Higher Education Music at Edge Hill University in 2020, achieving a Distinction...
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£40/hr
4.9
Paul P
Effective Guitar tutor
I educate pupils in the local area around Plymouth on a daily basis.I teach English, Maths, Science other other subjects,I also specialize in learning difficulties and disabilities (ASD, ADHD, Asperses, & dyslexia/dyspraxia). Apart from classroom teaching and tutoring I've also been a curriculum coordinator for people with ASD.The role involved designing a unique syllabus/curriculum and managed a group of educators. I have over 10 year’s main stream teaching experience in a classroom environment and five years as a tutor/specialist.I’ve taught Music, English, Science, Maths, Art and Primary (KS...
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£62/hr
5.0
Filippo M
Guitar Tutor - enjoy learning!
I am a professional guitarist experienced in most styles of music such as rock, blues, pop, funk, acoustic fingerstyle, RnB, jazz and soul.I am available for lessons in guitar and music theory, and I cater to beginners as well as those at the intermediate level and beyond. My lessons are a combination of practice and theory so you will not only learn how to play a chord or a song, but you will also understand how chords and scales work together. I am experienced in teaching children and adults, privately and in schools. I can also help you to prepare for grade examinations. To keep you from getting...
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Conor H
Enjoying my lessons Conor has great patience good communicator and very laid back
Malcolm M
8th Oct 2022
Jacob B
Had two lessons so far and they’re going great!
Reuben S
14th Jul 2022
Mike S
Mike has been excellent! Calm, patient, and does not make feel like a complete chimp when I can’t do something first time; instead he encourages and understands. He is always upbeat and friendly and his sense of humour mean that I genuinely look forward to lessons!
Kieron M
3rd Jun 2021
Bruno G
Bruno is a great teacher and thoroughly recommended if you are looking to learn fast! Great fun!
Elton C
3rd Mar 2021
Perry S
Perry's is an excellent guitar teacher. His lessons are always fun, educational, and challenging. Perry has inspired me to reignite my passion for guitar and he has a rare way of being supportive and constructive while always testing your limits. I couldn't recommend him more to guitar enthusiasts of all levels.
Will H
18th Nov 2020
Rob N
Another great lesson from Rob. He balances the theory with practical perfectly and I’m looking forward to learning more.
Simon H
18th Aug 2020
Kieran G
Great teacher, very patient and a very clear passion for music, look forward to our future lessons together :-)
Aaron D
3rd Aug 2020
Dylan O
Very knowledgeable and very talented guitarist i realy enjoy the lesson.
I recomende him to anybody.
Rui F
23rd Feb 2020
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What kind of guitar do I need to learn the blues?
An electric guitar is most commonly associated with blues, but an acoustic guitar works perfectly well, too. The key blues skills - phrasing, rhythm, and feel - apply to both. Your tutor can help you decide which option best suits your goals.
How much do online blues guitar lessons cost?
Tutor rates vary depending on experience and qualifications. Prices are clearly displayed on each tutor profile, and many start from around £25 per hour, making it easy to find a tutor who suits your budget.
I only know a few basic chords. Is that enough to start?
Absolutely. Knowing a handful of chords gives you a great foundation. Your tutor will help you build on this by exploring blues chord progressions, essential scales, and improvisation techniques at a comfortable pace.
How do I find the right blues guitar tutor?
Browse tutor profiles, read student reviews, and watch intro videos to get a feel for their teaching style. You can also filter by price and availability. Many tutors offer a free introductory chat so you can discuss your goals before booking.
What will I learn in my first guitar lesson?
Your first lesson is often a blend of getting to know your tutor, discussing your favourite blues artists, and assessing your current skill level. You’ll likely leave with a specific exercise, riff, or technique to start practising right away.
How long does it take to get good at blues improvisation?
It varies from student to student, but consistent practice is the key. A guitar tutor can dramatically speed up your progress by helping you phrase more musically, connect your scales, and avoid common pitfalls. Many music students notice improvements in their confidence within the first few lessons.
Do I need to read sheet music?
Not at all. Most blues guitarists learn through tablature and by ear. If you do want to learn traditional notation or theory, your tutor can include it - but it isn’t a requirement.
How long should each music lesson be?
Most students choose 60-minute guitar lessons, which allow time to review past material, explore new concepts, and practise together. However, 30 or 90-minute lessons can be arranged depending on your schedule and learning style.
How does online blues tutoring work?
Lessons are taught via video call in our interactive online classroom. All you need is your guitar, a stable internet connection, and a device with a camera and microphone. Shared tools make it easy to review diagrams, tabs, and examples together.
Why is a private tutor better than YouTube lessons?
YouTube can show you isolated licks, but a tutor shows you how to make them your own. With personalised feedback, structured learning, and guidance tailored to your playing, you’ll develop genuine musicianship far more quickly.
Can a tutor help me develop my own unique blues style?
Absolutely. A great tutor helps you understand how phrasing, articulation, and melody work so you can blend your influences and develop a sound that’s distinctly yours.