Information About Tom - Bristol teacher

Personal Description:

Hi there I’m Tom, I'm a music teacher ready to help you begin the wonderful journey of learning a musical instrument.

Learning the guitar is not just about technique, chords or theory It's about expressing yourself and finding joy in the process. there is a reason why so many people, even the best musicians never stop refining their craft, its because they find joy in it, A joy that I'm lucky enough to pass onto my students.

I believe that I can offer you what YouTube videos, online tabs and forums cannot.
I can offer you a personalised, compassionate, step-by-step approach to learning an instrument where the focus is always on your development.

It's my privilege and honour to be able to inspire students to be the best that they can be, wether it be to express yourself through music, learn your favourite guitar solo or to be a part of a band. With my varied experience and taste I can guide you to achieve your goals.

Now a little about me (the boring stuff!)…

I’m a guitarist, teacher and musician operating in Cardiff.

I have had the pleasure of being teacher and active musician with established musicians such as Gregory porter, Scarlett Fagan and many others!

I have taught in schools and privately since the age of 16, bringing music to hundreds of students.

I studied Jazz for 4 years at the Royal Welsh college achieving a BMus first class honours.

Review: Nicole
I am brand new to guitar and hadn’t picked one up before December, and Tom has been exceptionally patient with me. Tom is extremely knowledgeable and has lots of experience, which makes him a great teacher. He’s also just a genuinely lovely guy, and I am really enjoying my sessions with him. Thanks Tom ☺️!

So, If you're nervous about having guitar lessons, if you're tired of online videos, if you want a teacher who's interest is solely your development please, feel free to start a conversation.

Tutoring Experience:

Plymstock School - 6 months peripatetic
Private students in Plymouth, I have since moved away
I have active students in Cardiff
Tutor for RCT music service
Gloucestershire academy of music

Tutoring Approach:

My approach is student led, I create a course for a student based on their needs, wishes and what they would like to achieve.

I try to teach in a style that I wish I was initially taught as a young guitarist. I will never teach you anything for little reason, whether we look at something new to push your technical ability, music theory or repertoire there will be a strong focus onto the question of why we are focusing on something and what we can learn from it rather than just the what.

Learning an instrument is a wonderful journey and my job is to guide you on that journey.