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Your child has mastered the basics, but now they're hitting a wall with advanced techniques or complex theory. You can see their passion, but the pieces they want to play feel just out of reach, and you’re not sure how to help them bridge that gap. You don't have to be a music expert to find them the right support. Our Tutor Finder asks a few simple questions about their goals and playing style to match them with a specialist guitar tutor. Even when you can’t help with the subject, you can still help them.

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Our Tutor Finder asks questions you might not know to ask — about your child’s goals, their preferred musical styles, and how they learn best. We then find a small, personalised shortlist of tutors we'd genuinely recommend. No scrolling through endless lists. Every tutor is an expert, not just in their instrument but in teaching. We accept only 1 in 8 applicants, so you can be sure you're meeting someone who knows how to inspire advanced students. If the first session isn't the perfect fit, our First Lesson Guarantee means we'll find another tutor at no extra charge.
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14 Guitar Grade 8+ tutors:

£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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£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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£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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£47/hr
5.0
Robert W
An enthusiastic and experienced Classical Guitar teacher
With over 40 years of Classical Guitar teaching behind me, I bring energy, expertise and a lifelong passion for this beautiful instrument.I began teaching adults and young learners back in 1986, alongside my career as a Primary School Teacher, and I’ve continued to teach students every single week throughout a rich professional life that has included two Headships in Sheffield, work as an Educational Consultant/Adviser, and as a specialist role in Digital Skills for Employment. I’ve played Classical Guitar since the age of 8, progressing through all the grades to Grade 8 and beyond and winning an ...
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£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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