Alongside his work as a composer and freelance guitarist, Jonathan teaches guitar. He has been working in education as a 1-1 teacher for over 17 years and has taught well over 100 guitarists from beginner to advanced level. Jonathan believes in tailoring the lessons to the pupil’s needs as he believes that no two pupils are the same.
Jonathan teaches in-person lessons in Bournville, Birmingham, where he offers a high-quality, bespoke 1-1 tuition. Believing that enjoying lessons is the driving force for improvement, Jonathan structures the lessons around styles that inspire each pupil and help them to reach their potential.
Jonathan specialises in Rock, Pop, Jazz (Bebop), Reggae, Latin and Neo Soul styles and will happily teach other styles of music. Jonathan believes that music theory and learning to read music are invaluable tools for the musician and both are taught to pupils.
Jonathan is more than happy to teach grades and holds an 100% pass rate for Rockschool exams. His preference is Rockschool, but Trinity Rock and Pop grades can also be covered. Jonathan can teach both of these examination boards up to a Diploma level. Trinity Classical grades are also covered up to Grade 4. Grades are not a requirement for Jonathan’s pupils, and sitting them is completely up to the pupil.
Jonathan is fully CRB checked and has received safeguard training. Parents/Guardians are also more than welcome to sit in on lessons.
Jonathan is fully CRB checked and has received safeguard training. Parents/Guardians are also more than welcome to sit in on the lessons of the pupils.
Believing that enjoying lessons is the driving force for improvement, Jonathan structures the lessons around styles that inspire each pupil and help them to reach their potential.
Do I need to bring any equipment?
No! Jonathan has everything covered in his studio. You will learn to play on Jonathan's professional gear.
How old do I need to be?
You can start learning guitar from almost any age.
Do I have to do music grades?
This is totally up to you! Jonathan is happy to help you work through graded exams but it's not required.
Do I need weekly lessons?
Beginners will always benefit from consistent lessons, either weekly or every two weeks. More experienced guitarists may prefer one-off sessions that are slightly longer in length.
How do I book a lesson?
To book a guitar lesson, or to find out some more information about Jonathan’s guitar teaching, just hit the button below.
BOOK A LESSON"Jon has supported our son all the way from a beginner in Year 8 to his last year at sixth form and his grade 8.
He's a great guitarist and a great teacher - but much more than that, he's kind, patient, inspiring and a fantastic role model. Thank you for everything!”
"I was privileged to be taught blues/funk by Jon.
His musicality and innate sensitivity allow him to tune directly into students’ needs and inspire them to increased understanding, achievement and enjoyment through their playing”
"My son Joe is in his last year at BIMM - all as a result of Jon’s brilliant 1:1 tutoring”
"Jon taught me so much about be-bop music, including respect for its pioneers, the centrality of rhythm, voice leading and the development of my own be-bop language"
“Learning from someone who plays with such profound feel and creativity has opened my eyes to endless possibilities on the guitar, inspiring me to express myself in ways I never thought possible”
A fantastic choice for beginners and younger pupils around primary school age who are looking for a weekly slot. This is a perfect length for building solid guitar foundational skills.
An ideal choice for pupils of secondary school age and upwards; having a bit more time to focus on the specific needs of each pupil will really help older pupils reach their full potential.
Perfect for teenager and adult pupils who want to get the most out of the lesson. An hour lesson works well for pupils with specific questions and topics they want to work on. A lot can be covered in an hour!
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