1st lesson free
Sophia
- Rate £26
- Response 1h
£26/hr
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1st lesson free
- Guitar
- Acoustic Guitar
- Bass guitar
- Classical Guitar
- Double bass
Guitar Instructor Helping Students Build Confident Technique, Musical Expression, and Strong Foundational Skills With 7 Years of Experience and Training in Contemporary Guitar Performance.
- Guitar
- Acoustic Guitar
- Bass guitar
- Classical Guitar
- Double bass
Lesson location
About Sophia
My passion for guitar began when I first discovered how a few simple chords could create melodies that resonated emotionally. Over the years, this passion grew into formal study, ensemble experience, songwriting exploration, and eventually 7 years of teaching. Through these experiences, I’ve learned that every student’s musical journey is unique, and my role is to guide them with patience, clarity, and genuine enthusiasm. I teach with a calm, supportive approach that makes students feel comfortable experimenting, asking questions, and learning without pressure. I break down techniques into simple parts, demonstrate each step clearly, and help students build healthy habits that lead to long-term success. Whether someone wants to strum songs casually or gradually develop into a strong player with refined technique, I tailor my lessons to their goals, personality, and learning preferences. Outside of teaching, I stay actively involved in music through performances, recording small compositions, learning new styles, and continually exploring new techniques. This ongoing growth helps me bring fresh ideas and modern approaches into my lessons. Helping students discover joy, confidence, and expression through guitar is deeply meaningful to me, and I bring genuine care into every lesson I teach.
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About the lesson
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- +2
levels :
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Professional
Kids
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Learning the guitar becomes exciting when students see how simple chords, rhythms, and techniques gradually transform into real music they enjoy playing. My lessons provide a structured yet relaxed environment where beginners and experienced learners can grow at their own pace. We focus on chord shapes, strumming patterns, fingerstyle technique, rhythm awareness, smooth transitions, basic music theory, and expressive playing. Every concept is taught in a clear, patient way so students feel confident and supported throughout their learning journey.
Beginners start with posture, guitar holding, simple chord building, rhythm patterns, and easy songs that make progress visible quickly. As students advance, we explore scales, melodic playing, stronger fingerstyle control, barre chords, improvisation basics, and stylistic skills depending on their interests—whether pop, acoustic, classical, or soft rock. Students who reach higher levels begin working on expressive phrasing, advanced rhythm interpretation, composition basics, and performance confidence. Every lesson includes step-by-step guidance, slow practice, and structured exercises that help even challenging techniques feel possible.
Guitar lessons help students develop discipline, focus, emotional expression, and creativity. They gain confidence each time a song becomes smoother or a new technique feels natural. My aim is to create lessons that feel warm, motivating, and rewarding, where students discover their musical voice and enjoy every step of their progress.
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Rates
Rate
- £26
Pack prices
- 5h: £130
- 10h: £260
online
- £26/h
free lessons
The first free lesson with Sophia will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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