Information About Christos - Kensington teacher - (23 reviews)
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Instruments Taught
Guitar |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £45.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Singing |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £45.00 |
| Expert | £45.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Music Theory |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £45.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Composition |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £45.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Music Production |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £45.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Music Technology |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £45.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
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Personal Description:
Christos - Professional Musician & Producer | Recording Studio Owner | FirstTutors' Premium Member since 2014
Christos is a versatile musician and educator with over 22 years of international experience in performance, composition, and production - having performed as a frontman (singer & guitarist) at major festivals and on BBC Radio & national TV, produced chart-topping tracks (Spotify Top Tracks; radio airplay in 16+ countries), and collaborated with artists worldwide via his recording studio.
Whether you're interested in guitar, songwriting, production, music grades or A-Levels, or simply want to explore music creatively, Christos offers a flexible and practical approach shaped by decades of experience. Lessons are tailored to each student’s goals - from complete beginners to advanced musicians and artists - and draw on real-world work in studios, live performance, and international collaborations. As a recording studio owner, he brings professional tools, creative insight, and industry know-how into every session – helping students grow both artistically and technically in a supportive, inspiring environment.
Education & Distinctions :
* MA with Distinction in Music Production & Composition - Leeds Conservatoire (UK)
* Music Diploma with Distinction - National Conservatoire (GR)
* Degree in Psychology - University of Athens (4-year program)
* Distinction in Advanced RGT Examinations (El. Guitar & Performance) - London College of Music
* Advanced studies in Classical and Modern composition (Counterpoint, Fugue, Schoenberg, Hindemith)
Professional Studio Experience : Christos trained in Top UK/EU studios before establishing his own recording studio in 2020. Since then, he has produced and co-written for artists across genres, contributed to award-nominated projects, and delivered music aired in over 16 countries. His expertise spans across Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase etc. advanced mixing techniques, and creative production workflows.
What Students Say (Verified **E-mail Address Removed**& FirstTutors) :
"Learned more in 4 weeks than a year at university!” – Manuela L. (Production) ★★★★★
“Fun yet challenging - my 11-year-old is constantly inspired!” – Michael T. (Guitar) ★★★★★
“Christos is a brilliant Tutor. I’ve learned so much & currently study music production.” – Nancy M. (Songwriting/Production) ★★★★★
"Brilliant tutor who makes complex topics simple." – Wendy F. (Production) ★★★★★
“Exceptional talent for songwriting – someone to look out for!” – M. Wilson (Composer) ★★★★★
“Awesome production skills & techniques. You’ll get a professional, neat and clean sound.” – M. Lubrano (Composer) ★★★★★
"Gets your vibe as he’s an artist too. Totally recommend." – Emanuelle W… Musician ★★★★★
(50+ verified 5-star reviews available upon request)
Tutoring Experience:
With 22+ years of teaching across conservatories, well-established iinstitutions, and in private, Christos merges real-world expertise as a professional guitarist, producer, and composer with proven pedagogical excellence. His studio mastery, performance background, and broadcast experience ensure lessons are both practical and inspiring, tailored to beginners through advanced musicians.
Why Learn with Christos?
* Elite Training: MA with Distinction (Leeds Conservatoire), Advanced Diplomas (Guitar, Composition, Voice, Music Therapy), and Psychology degree (University of Athens).
* Performance Pedigree: Session guitarist and live performer (BBC Radio, international festivals).
* Production Expertise: Owner of a professional studio; expert in Logic, Pro Tools, Ableton & more.
* Distinction in All Music Exams: RGT (London College), Blues & Jazz Guitar (Bath Spa Uni.), and classical/modern composition.
* Enhanced DBS Certified: Fully vetted for teaching.
Holistic Approach, Christos bridges theory, technique, and creativity to help students:
* Master their instrument and music production.
* Develop a unique artistic voice.
* Achieve goals efficiently and enjoyably, whether preparing for grades or personal growth.
(References & student success stories available upon request & below in last section!)
Tutoring Approach:
Christos believes that learning music should be enjoyable, practical, and tailored. He adapts each lesson to the student’s goals - whether it's learning your favourite songs, preparing for music exams, producing your own tracks, or building a strong creative foundation.
Lessons are ideal for those who want to:
* Play & understand songs in styles like Rock, Pop, Indie, Blues, Jazz, RnB, Soul, World music.
* Prepare for exams (Rockschool, ABRSM, London RGT - All Grades & Diplomas)
* Master technical skills (improvisation, sight-reading, lead/rhythm playing)
* Explore songwriting & composition (structure, harmony, lyrics)
* Learn music production (DAWs, plugins, recording, mixing)
* Combine voice & instrument for singer-songwriter projects
* Apply music theory intuitively (no jargon, just real-world use)
* Explore music tech (DAWs, mixing, plugins, VSTs)
* Develop their artistic identity and sound
Flexible Lesson Formats :
* Online (Zoom/**Contact Detail Removed** Meet/Face time) - Studio-quality audio & multiple camera angles if needed
* In-person - In-Person – Available locally
* Your pace, your style – No rigid syllabus
Why It Works?
* Hybrid Method: Blends fundamentals (technique/theory) with modern production tools
* Passion-First: Lessons built around each student's musical interests
* Proven Results: Distinctions in exams and creative projects
“Music should feel exciting, empowering, and uniquely yours. Whether you’re aiming for your first chord, a university place, or your next release – I’m here to guide you.”
– Christos
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Additional Languages: English (British), German, Greek
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Qualifications:
- Leeds College of Music (2009) - MA in Music Production/Composition (Masters) (✔ On File)
- London College of Music (2006) - Grade 8 (QTS) (✔ On File)
- National Conservatory of Athens (Ethniko Odeio) (2006) - Tonal Harmony Degree (Other) (✔ On File)
- National University of Athens, School of Philosophy (2005) - Graduate in Psychology (4years) (Bachelors) (✔ On File)
Christos's Feedback
| Total Amount Of Feedback: | 23 |
| Total Positive Feedback: |
Christos is patient, professional, and incredibly dedicated, going above and beyond to ensure his students succeed. He communicates clearly and is always flexible, making scheduling lessons stress-free.
We are so grateful for his guidance and support. If you’re looking for a passionate and skilled teacher who truly cares about his students, Christos is the perfect choice!
Christos is very knowledgable and clear. I understand each tool in Logic much better (and because I understand what each thing does I'm sure this knowledge is transferable to other DAWs). Each lesson he focuses on teaching me a few new techniques, as well as giving me feedback on what I have worked on in the week and answering any questions I had while working that week, then gives suggestions for homework. He also will make example edits to my projects and send the project files back so I can see what he's doing in detail, and will bounce specific sections we want to listen more carefully to.
Since working with Christos on music production I feel much more confident about my music production & mastering (up to being able to use it as a metaphor when I've learned about other processes - thinking to myself "oh this is just like in production where we do this then this then this"). I've also been able to listen back to my favourite musicians and appreciate them anew, now that I'm listening more like a producer and noticing and thinking about the component parts. (And I have wanted to look up the producers! And been excited to find producers who worked on one of my favourite albums cropping up in other favourite albums.)