Student Reviews

Tom (Sunderland) - October 2011
Dave is an excellent guitar teacher as well as brilliant musician. I had always wanted to learn to play guitar but never got round to it, so after a few emails exchanged my first lesson was booked. I would class myself as an absolute beginner and never had any idea about playing the guitar. Dave has already taught me many wonders of this great instrument and I know there is still a lot more to learn. The teaching methods Dave uses are great as he allows you to develop at your own pace whilst making everything you do enjoyable at the same time. He is extremely flexible to your tastes in music and encourages you to try many different things. After approx 10 weeks I have learnt 20 chords and can play a couple of my favorite songs by Oasis and Stereophonics. It is a fantastic feeling knowing you are improving week by week and an even better feeling when you can go away and show friends and family what you can do. I am determined to keep at it which is down to my own personal drive and Dave's constant encouragement. I hope to headline the V Festival next year (only the campsite though Dave! Haha).
5 stars

Susan (South Shields) - July 2011
I bought a guitar in September 2009 and thought I could learn to play with tutorial books. No way! My guitar became a dusty ornament and was 'gently weeping'! I discovered David's excellent website and commenced lessons 5 weeks ago. I really enjoy David's style and methods of teaching. He makes each lesson really interesting by varying the material he gives you. I always leave each lesson feeling motivated and wanting to practice, practice, practice. It's hard and my finger tips are calloused, but I'm loving it and know that I'm improving each week. I would highly recommend David as a teacher, he has a very professional attitude and a natural aptitude to teach. Excellent value as well. My guitar is out of the closet!!!
5 stars

Dennis (Durham) - June 2011
David's lesson's are well organised and easy going, I look forward to going every week. I live 20 miles away from David but this isn't a problem as I enjoy them so much. You go at your own pace, and learn whatever songs you like, and everything is prepared before you get there so you don't waste any time. I would not hesitate to recommend David to anyone.
5 stars

David (South Shields) - March 2011
The lessons are easy going and fun, along with a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere. I've found I've learned at a super quick rate. One thing that I really noticed was how organised and professionally set out the lessons are. All progress is recorded in a separate folder so there's no time wasted at the start of the lesson trying to figure out where we left off. You receive a folder and many handouts, some of which cannot be found on the net. All e-mails are answered swiftly and Dave has a flexible approach to arranging lessons and is understanding of lesson changes etc. Another great thing is the appointment cards (as I can easily forget hehe) and a small list of things to practice for next time, so I'm always ready for the next lesson. The stool is a little hard and uncomfortable though ;) Highly recommended guitar tutor, see you in September Dave! Response: You must have read my mind, I was just considering new seats the other day! On it! Thanks for the review my friend.
5 stars

Jordan (Sunderland) - January 2011
I'd played when I was much younger, and only knew a few chords and little songs, but the several lessons I've had so far with David has shown me the wonders of guitar and how much I've still got to learn. Overall, David is a friendly and relaxed teacher, and I thoroughly enjoy every lesson.
5 stars

Shaun (Chester-le-Street) - October 2010
I contacted Dave a couple of months ago, as at the grand old age of 44 I'd decided I wanted to learn electric guitar, but was a total beginner. The first thing that got my attention was the very professional website, and after a couple of emails and a call I had my first lesson booked. As the previous reviewer said the teaching style is very relaxed and as a starting point is focused on what song/style/technique interests you most. The lessons are great fun, and you also start to pick up the basics of musical theory. I'm really pleased at the progress I've made and would highly recommend Dave to anyone who is looking to learn to play guitar.
5 stars

Cameron (South Shields) - September 2010
I would count myself as an absolute beginner. Been wanting to play guitar for years but with no obvious talent I have held back. Dave has a very relaxed style of teaching that is based around what I want to do whilst also explaining the theory and practice. It is early days but with practice, the weekly homework and Dave's guidance I am beginning to sound tuneful at times. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Dave to anyone thinking of learning to play guitar, he is a talented musician who can also teach.
5 stars

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