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ONE TO ONE

Tuition is carried out at my home teaching studio in Ware, Hertfordshire.

ONLINE

Learn at a time and space convenient to you using platforms such as Zoom, Skype and FaceTime.

Whether you’re a complete beginner looking to take your first steps into playing guitar or an advanced player looking to work on something specific, I’m here to help you achieve that goal.
 

Over my teaching career I’ve assisted many students of all abilities to succeed with their aims & improve ability to perform on their chosen instrument. 

 

Lessons are tailored to a student’s specific needs, either focused on learning favourite songs or structured to attain a particular goal, all within a relaxed environment. I’m passionate about helping you improve and progress in a organised manner, providing a balance along the way between playing, whilst also understanding the theory behind the music. 

 

If you’re interested in undertaking graded exams I can help students prepare for qualifications in Guitar, Bass, Ukulele & Music Theory for the following exam boards: Rockschool, Trinity Rock & Pop, Trinity College London, ABRSM, London College of Music & Registry of Guitar Tutors. 

 

I can also assist in the application and audition process for any undergraduate popular music performance courses, including those at BIMM, the Institute of Contemporary Music, Leeds College of Music and any other university.

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Instruments:

  • Electric Guitar

  • Acoustic Guitar

  • Classical Guitar

  • Electric Bass

  • Ukulele

  • Music Theory

Genres:

  • Rock

  • Pop

  • Jazz

  • Folk

  • Blues

  • Funk

  • Motown/Soul/RnB

  • Country

  • Reggae

  • Classical

develop:

  • Rhythm Playing

  • Songs, melodies & riffs

  • Improvisation

  • Scales, arpeggios & chords

  • Ear-training & transcribing

  • Sight-reading

  • Timing

  • Dynamics & articulation

TESTOMINALS

“I have had a number of guitar tutors over the years and David is by far the best tutor ever. He honestly and sincerely is the kindest, caring and patient guitar tutor ever.” 

—  M. Peplow, Ware

Contact

​Tel: 07908765205​

david_mcdonnell@icloud.com

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