Information About Wayne - York teacher - (24 reviews)
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Wayne offers a discount of 50% on their first / introductory lesson!
Guitar |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £30.00 |
| Intermediate | £30.00 |
| Advanced | £30.00 |
| Expert | £30.00 |
| Casual | £30.00 |
Bass Guitar |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £30.00 |
| Intermediate | £30.00 |
| Advanced | £30.00 |
| Casual | £30.00 |
Ukulele |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £30.00 |
| Intermediate | £30.00 |
| Advanced | £30.00 |
| Expert | £30.00 |
| Casual | £30.00 |
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Personal Description:
Hi there,
My name is Wayne and I've played guitar for over 20 years, am a registered guitar tutor with the London College of Music, University of West London and a Grade 8 electric guitarist. I've gigged extensively around London over the past 10 years and also play bass and drums, though primarily focus on guitar. I'm also fully DBS checked and a registered tutor with firsttutors.com. Previously I've taught in both primary and secondary schools.
I've been in many bands, some good, some bad, some ugly. Most recently I was the guitarist in a rock band called Zedi Forder, who you can check out on Spotify.
Tutoring Experience:
I've been teaching extensively over the past 8 years, and the last 6 years full time. Generally I teach 1-2-1, but have also undertaken group and paired lessons in the past, and can accommdoate if desirable. I also teach online, aminly through Zoom and Skype.
I teach all guitar related styles, but like to let the pupils' taste dictate. So if you're into pop, rock, metal, funk or slow acoustic ballads, it's all grand! I also teach children of all ages (the youngest being 6), and have shorter scale classical and electric guitars available for small hands!
Tutoring Approach:
So if you're a beginner who's stuck in a rut and doesn't know how to progress or understand that video you're watching on YouTube, then save yourself time and learn from someone who's been there!
Having fun whilst playing is imperative to stay motivated, so I aim to structure lessons around what you want to learn or a style you aspire to. However if you want to let me guide you, I'm more than happy to choose a path that I think will work best for you.
In general, I try to split learning into 5 sections: Technique – Repertoire – Theory – Improvisation – Composition. There's a lot of overlap between them of course, but it helps to know what you're focusing on at any given time to help put it into a wider learning context.
I can teach all RGT, RSL, Rockschool and Trinity syllabuses, which give great structure to your learning and offer you the opportunity to take graded exams.
Of course, if you just wanted to learn a few of your favorite Oasis songs on the acoustic, I'm completely cool with that too :)
Wayne
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Native Language: English (British)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Qualifications:
- University of West London (2015) - Registered Guitar Tutor (Other) (✔ On File)
Wayne's Feedback
| Total Amount Of Feedback: | 24 |
| Total Positive Feedback: |
WayneFrom Charles (5/5): No comment he’s a great guy and teacher he knows what to cover and teach me and songs
Reply from: Wayne: Thank you Charles! We're making great progress, long may it continue!
From Ben (/5):
Reply from: Wayne: Thanks Ben!
From Vandy (/5): My son has had 2 lessons so far and he loves Wayne. He is the third guitar teacher he has had. The first 2 were via school.
Reply from: Wayne: Thank you Vandy, that's so nice to hear! We're making great progress, and I'm ooking forward to getting started on the grades in the New Year.
From Stephen (/5): Wayne is a great tutor. Thoroughly enjoy my Ukulele lessons with him, they are always well structured and challenging!
Reply from: Wayne: Thanks very much Stephen. It’s been fun getting stuck into some more advanced ukulele pieces, especially the Beirut stuff!
From Jennifer (/5): After 2 lessons my daughters strumming patterns on ukulele are improving at an impressive pace, and I feel that’s because of Wayne’s teaching style. He’s really calm, friendly, gives lots of praise, encouragement and obviously enjoys what he’s doing. Wayne explains things very simply and backs up his learning with using the zoom screen to give examples and reinforce it further. We are very happy to have found him.
Reply from: Wayne: Hi Jennifer, thank you very much for your kind feedback, it's much appreciated. My job becomes much easier when the student is engaged during lessons, and enjoys practices at home. Thanks again.
From Nick (/5):
From Henry (/5): Wayne is a brilliant, patient and well structured tutor. He really helps build confidence and gets you out of your comfort zone giving you a real sense of achievement. Thanks Wayne
Reply from: Wayne: Hi Henry, thank you for your feedback! Things such as improvising can definitely put you on the spot, but as you say it's a great way to build confidence. Cheers!
From Rob (/5): Wayne is by far the best teacher I ever had. He is very patient and goes along with my pace and level step by step. In just a few lessons I’ve made fantastic progress with my playing and improved my whole approach to the instrument. Wayne has gone that extra mile with fantastic preparation of lessons and songs. Just great stuff!
Reply from: Wayne: Thank you Rob, that's very kind of you to say! I've really enjoyed working together on your original songs, it's interesting for me. Can't wait to hear the final versions!
From Ashleigh (/5): I am an absolute newbie and Wayne has made learning something I have enjoyed and I am progressing faster than I would have thought possible. He is really friendly and flexible - so glad that he is making this possible ☺️
From Darren (/5): I have had a couple of guitar lessons with Wayne and I can honestly say that I have learnt a lot within those lessons.
Wayne's structure, content and and thoroughness of his lessons are very professional and enjoyable.
I would highly recommend anyone who wants to play a guitar, Wayne is your man!
Thanks
Darren
Wayne's structure, content and and thoroughness of his lessons are very professional and enjoyable.
I would highly recommend anyone who wants to play a guitar, Wayne is your man!
Thanks
Darren
Reply from: Wayne: Thanks for the recommendation Darren!
It’s a pleasure teaching you, hopefully it can continue for a while longer yet!
It’s a pleasure teaching you, hopefully it can continue for a while longer yet!
From Cameron (/5): I'm pretty sure I've been playing guitar for longer than Wayne has been alive, but after only 2 lessons he's opened up a whole new world of musical understanding. He's given me a renewed interest after getting quite bored and giving up for a couple of years. Wayne has an impressive level of patience and great skill at explaining musical concepts.
Reply from: Wayne: Hi Cameron,
Thanks very much for your kind comment. I enjoy sharing new ideas or concepts, even more so when a student actually finds them valuable! And as you mentioned, it can be helpful to see another player's perspective on things, just to help open up some creative opportunties. Cheers!
Thanks very much for your kind comment. I enjoy sharing new ideas or concepts, even more so when a student actually finds them valuable! And as you mentioned, it can be helpful to see another player's perspective on things, just to help open up some creative opportunties. Cheers!
From Catherine (/5): I only had a few lessons with Wayne as I couldn't commit to any longer, however I would recommend Wayne as a guitar tutor!
He was friendly, patient and engaging (finding new guitar pieces to play each new lesson).
Thanks for the few lessons, Wayne!
He was friendly, patient and engaging (finding new guitar pieces to play each new lesson).
Thanks for the few lessons, Wayne!
Reply from: Wayne: Thank you Catherine! It’s a shame we couldn’t carry on for a bit longer, but I enjoyed the few lessons we had. Hope all is well!
From Chris (/5): I made contact with Wayne, having never even held a guitar before. I just liked the idea of being able to pick one up and bang out a tune. I made this clear to Wayne. After my first lesson I walked out knowing 5 chords, and was able to strum along to 2 songs. Wayne knows his stuff, and is eager to share it. I wholeheartedly recommend this chap, because, quite simply, he is fantastic. A born teacher, is our Wayne.
Reply from: Wayne: Haha, cheers Chris, that’s really quite nice of you to say!
From Ashok (/5): Hi,
I was initially a little skeptical, as an adult beginner with a new guitar but never played. But Wayne was able to ease me not only to get me interested in learning but also encouraging to take grading in future. Thank you for being very patient and able to help me pace up at my own speed.
Appreciate all your time.
Regards
I was initially a little skeptical, as an adult beginner with a new guitar but never played. But Wayne was able to ease me not only to get me interested in learning but also encouraging to take grading in future. Thank you for being very patient and able to help me pace up at my own speed.
Appreciate all your time.
Regards
Reply from: Wayne: Thanks Ashok, you've taken everything on board very comfortably so far, so I'm confident that you'll be successful with grading.
From Lindsey (/5): Wayne is an excellent tutor my son enjoys his lessons with wayne his communication is amazing very recommended
Reply from: Wayne: Thanks Lindsey! It's a pleasure teaching your son, he's making very good progress and he listens extremely well.
From Callum (/5): Wayne is a brilliant teacher! He's friendly, has great knowledge of musical theory and technique, and is excellent at explaining these difficult concepts in ways that I could easily understand (not to mention patient!). The sessions were well structured, fun and always working towards a bigger goal. I've noticed huge improvements in my guitar playing in a short time with Wayne, and would definitely recommend him for guitar lessons to anyone from beginner to advanced level.
Reply from: Wayne: Thanks Callum, that's very kind. Your playing is both melodic and tasteful, and it's great to see you develop your own jazz and bossa styles. A pleasure to teach!
From Dibyendu (/5): We are enjoying the classes with wayne. He is a really good teacher.
Reply from: Wayne: Thank you Diby, the feeling is very much mutual!
From Ujjal (/5): I had no clue of how this site works and if it is even trusted or not but I took the risk and did the subscription. Through all the instructors I chose Wayne and I m glad that I have started my guitar lessons with him.
Wayne is very patient and explains from A to Z and never minds to go back and back again. He is very talented and skilled with his guitars, he creates your own personal program to follow lesson by lesson and if you have any request to learn a song of your choice there is absolutely not a problem as nothing stops him :)
I am definitely satisfied with the choice i maid.
Wayne is very patient and explains from A to Z and never minds to go back and back again. He is very talented and skilled with his guitars, he creates your own personal program to follow lesson by lesson and if you have any request to learn a song of your choice there is absolutely not a problem as nothing stops him :)
I am definitely satisfied with the choice i maid.
Reply from: Wayne: Thank you very much Ujjal, that's very kind of you! I enjoy people asking to learn new songs as it's always something new for me to learn too, and a good challenge to try and play it on the spot!
From Matt (/5): I have been very impressed by Wayne's guitar tuition for my daughter. The lessons are well-paced. He has explained things very clearly at the same time as giving her a lot of encouragement and making the lessons good fun.
Reply from: Wayne: Thank you Matt, it’s been a pleasure teaching your daughter!
From Mellissa (/5): Really friendly, relaxed yet professional approach to teaching. My 10yr old beginner loves his lessons yet feels challenged each week, workng really hard. He feels engaged throughout as music is current and fun whilst learning the technical basics. Highly recommend
From Nidas (/5): Wayne is amazing tutor! Very patient and with lots of energy! A+++ Services!
From George (/5): Wayne is very easy to get on with and will teach you any style that you want he is patient and goes through anything that you are not sure off and he is always upbeat
Reply from: Wayne: Cheers dude, very kind!
From Kirsten (/5): Excellent tuition, really inspiring teaching. Wayne keeps things as a good pace so the student doesn't lose interest or get behind. Really accommodating, polite and exceptional guitar knowledge. We couldn't have picked a better tutor for our son.
Reply from: Wayne: Thank you very much for the kind words! :)
From Craig (/5): Wayne is a perfect match for our 11 year old who is eagerly learning to play the guitar. Wayne is patient, punctual, enthusiastic, communicative and invested in making the whole experience a worthwhile one for both student and parent. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him.
-Parent
-Parent
Reply from: Wayne: Thank you very much! It's a pleasure!