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Start Your Musical Journey with Patient Grade 1-3 Guitar Tutors
Picking up the guitar for the first time is an exciting milestone, but it is natural for children to feel a bit clumsy or overwhelmed at the start. You don't need to be a musician to help them through those first few months of sore fingertips and tricky chord changes. The best way you can support them is by finding a mentor who makes those early steps feel like a win rather than a chore. By arranging a specialist tutor, you are ensuring your child builds the right habits from day one, allowing them to progress from simple melodies to their first full songs with total confidence.
We make it remarkably easy to find the right person without you having to become an expert on music grades yourself. You simply tell us what your child is interested in—whether that is pop, rock, or classical - and we match them with a tutor who fits their personality. We only accept 1 in 8 tutors who apply to our platform, so you can trust that anyone we recommend is both highly skilled and great with beginners. This one-to-one tutoring takes the pressure off you and puts a professional in charge of the progress, making the whole experience much more enjoyable for the entire family.
We make it remarkably easy to find the right person without you having to become an expert on music grades yourself. You simply tell us what your child is interested in—whether that is pop, rock, or classical - and we match them with a tutor who fits their personality. We only accept 1 in 8 tutors who apply to our platform, so you can trust that anyone we recommend is both highly skilled and great with beginners. This one-to-one tutoring takes the pressure off you and puts a professional in charge of the progress, making the whole experience much more enjoyable for the entire family.
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Build a Strong Foundation in Every Guitar Lesson
The first three grades are all about getting the basics right so that playing becomes second nature. Our tutors specialise in working with students aged 11 to 18, focusing on the core skills that make guitar playing fun and expressive. This private tutoring environment is much more effective than a large school group because the teacher can see exactly how your child is holding the neck or striking the strings. It ensures they don't develop bad habits that could hold them back when they reach more advanced levels later on.
In these foundational sessions, your child will typically focus on:
Find a tutor In these foundational sessions, your child will typically focus on:
- Mastering basic major and minor chord shapes and switching between them smoothly.
- Learning elementary scales across one or two octaves to build finger strength.
- An introduction to reading both standard music notation and guitar tablature.
- Developing a steady sense of rhythm through simple strumming and finger-picking patterns.
- Ear training and basic improvisation to help them start creating their own music.
- Practising simple pieces with proper dynamic control and clear phrasing.
Find the Right Teaching Style with Our Risk-Free Matching
A great teacher does more than just show a child where to put their fingers; they keep them motivated when things get tough. Our platform lets you browse intro videos and read real reviews so you can find a tutor who truly inspires your child. This personal connection is what turns a few trial lessons into a lifelong love of music.
We provide a First Lesson Guarantee to make sure you find that perfect match without any stress. If the first session doesn't feel like a great fit, we will match you with a different tutor and cover the cost ourselves. This removes the risk and lets you focus on seeing your child’s skills grow. By providing professional support now, you are giving them the best possible start on their musical path.
We provide a First Lesson Guarantee to make sure you find that perfect match without any stress. If the first session doesn't feel like a great fit, we will match you with a different tutor and cover the cost ourselves. This removes the risk and lets you focus on seeing your child’s skills grow. By providing professional support now, you are giving them the best possible start on their musical path.
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22 Guitar Grade 1-3 tutors:
£23/hr
5.0
Paul W
Experienced Guitar Tutor Professional Musician
I have taught electric and acoustic guitar for 27 years, including 20 years in schools through Cheshire County Council and Manchester Council.I teach online, covering all styles of electric guitar as well as acoustic guitar, with particular specialisms in jazz and blues. I also teach Rockschool and have helped pupils prepare for and pass their GCSE exams.Lessons focus on building a strong understanding of the instrument rather than simply learning songs. We work on the fundamentals of guitar, including fretboard awareness and learning the notes across the neck, then explore scales and how they...
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£33/hr
5.0
Evandro M
Guitar Tutor - Imperial College First Class, 5A*s in A-Level, 2000+ hours
In moments of joy or despair, music is the universal language that anyone understands and enjoys. And if you or your child are keen to learn how to play the guitar, you can count on me to guide you to become a skilled guitar player.
My name is Evandro, and I am a very experienced guitar player performing and teaching guitar (acoustic and electric). For over 15 years, Itaught a range of students of all ages to take their skills to a new level. My classes cover all levels, from beginners to advanced, and I will modify my lessons based on your pace of learning as well as your goals. I’m great w...
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£39/hr
5.0
Ben C
Patient and Enthusiastic Guitar Tutor
I have 20 years’ experience as a guitarist and seven years’ experience teaching music, with a background in a wide range of bands and ensembles.I teach guitar from complete beginner to advanced level, specialising in rock while also covering metal and acoustic singer-songwriter styles. My experience includes many different genres, so lessons can focus on developing your playing within the music you enjoy.I usually begin with a song the student knows, helping them enjoy playing straight away while introducing the techniques and understanding needed to progress. This practical, direct approach get...
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£35/hr
4.9
David D
Guitar Tutor, Experienced and Professional
David has been teaching guitar for over 15 years. He is based in the North East of England and teaches from his home in Whickham, Gateshead. He teaches most styles:- rock, hard rock, indie, blues, folk, country and jazz. He is qualified to Grade 8 level in Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar and Music Theory. He is professionally qualified to Diploma level with the London College of Music (ALCM). He also teaches students through the Registry of Guitar Tutors exams.David has a personal tuition room with a large range of guitars and amps, together with a PC programmed with many apps and programs to...
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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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£35/hr
5.0
Paul K
Experienced Guitar tutor, online and in-person(Edinburgh)
I'm a 43year old, Edinburgh based musician with over thirty years experience playing multiple instruments. I have over ten years experience tutoring freelance (one on one) and an additional one year teaching a group guitar lesson (8 children, 2 teachers) once a week for a local charity. I have a BSc in Audio Technology and a HND in Sound Engineering and hope to study Music Therapy at a postgraduate level. As a musician, I started classical training at the age of four with the violin. Changing to viola around age nine, I also played lower brass instruments for seven years (Tuba/Euphonium) whilst...
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See all FAQs Yes, your child will need their own acoustic, electric, or classical guitar to get started and to practise between sessions. If you aren't sure which size or type to buy, your tutor can give you expert advice. Having their own instrument makes the experience much more personal and exciting.