Information About Kalvin - Manchester teacher -

(2 reviews)

Personal Description:

I'm Kalvin, a guitarist and bass player who's been making music for over 20 years. I've played everywhere from small Manchester venues to festival stages across Europe, and now I teach exclusively online - which means I can work with students anywhere in the UK (and beyond!).

After completing my music degree at Salford University, I've spent years in both original bands and tribute acts - which means I know what it's like to perform under pressure and how to make music that actually connects with people.
I work with everyone from complete beginners who've never touched a guitar to players getting ready for their grade exams. My focus is simple: help you play the music you actually want to play, not just endless scales and exercises.

Tutoring Experience:

I've been teaching since 2005, and every student wants something different. Some just want to play a few songs, others are after proper technique, and some want to understand how music actually works.
Callum started with me as a complete beginner eight years ago and now writes his own stuff and plays with other musicians. Mia found that learning guitar helped her confidence generally, not just with music.
Right now I'm working with Wania for her Duke of Edinburgh Award. She'd never held a guitar before but now plays full songs with decent rhythm and basic fingerpicking.

Tutoring Approach:

My approach is simple - we start with what you want to achieve and work backwards from there. We jump straight into real songs, starting with versions you can actually play on day one.

I focus on real songs and entertaining exercises, and I'll give you practice materials and backing tracks so you can actually hear your progress. We'll work on whatever style gets you excited - indie, rock, blues, pop, etc.

Online lessons work brilliantly because you're learning in your own space with your own gear. I use a professional streaming setup with multiple camera angles and can record parts of lessons for you to review later.

Many of my students have stayed with me for years, and I’m proud to have helped people grow not just as players, but as confident musicians.

One of my long-term students, Callum, started with me as a complete beginner and after 8 years could confidently jam, perform, and write his own parts.

Another student, Mia, told me the lessons didn’t just help her musically — they gave her the confidence to express herself in everyday life.

One of my current students, Wania, is working toward her Duke of Edinburgh Award. She began as a complete beginner and is now confidently playing full songs with a strong understanding of rhythm, basic fingerpicking, and consistent chord transitions.

Lessons are available as 30-minute or 1-hour sessions, depending on your goals and availability. Many beginners find 30-minute lessons a great starting point, and I offer these at a lower rate to help students ease into learning.

Block bookings available. Please ask!