Student Reviews
Josh White - Pudsey.
Thinking of having lessons, look no further! Don't even consider anybody else John is the best. I wouldn't be anywhere without him in my musical career when I started I was unaware you even had to tune a guitar! I listened to Rock music but had little musical knowledge. I've now paid gigs up and down the country, played on BBC radio have music videos and have toured! I'm also studying music business at university. Non of this would have been possible without the dedication, patience, and over all professionalism given by John both in and out of lessons. With John the lessons don't stop when he leaves the door. You get a great musician with endless knowledge of music gear and advice. I didn't just have a music tutor I made a great contact and most importantly a great friend!
Anna Goddard - Huddersfield.
I started lessons with John in Jan 2013, and can tell you that I wouldn't have progressed as far as I have without him. A few of my friends also use John for bass/guitar lessons based on my recommendation. He'll listen to what you want to achieve - for example I wanted to learn everything, so we've covered sight reading (I played violin for 20 years so the switch from treble to bass clef was tricky), major/minor/modal chords, pick, finger and slap styles. On the other hand, one of my friends just wanted to learn songs for her own pleasure without the need to read music, and he just did that with them. One of the most important things he taught me was proper technique and gave me finger stretching exercises to widen my span! So, in a nutshell he's brilliant. Always on time, and flexible in his approach to ensure you get what you want to achieve!
Dawn Beaumont - Driglinton.
Excellent. Brilliant tutor, totally recommend. He really helped my son learn guitar and bass, so he could get into music college. Will use again.
Adele Townend - Morley
Fantastic teacher, all round great guy, would highly recommend. Both my sons has Guitar (Acoustic and Electric) and drum lessons. John has a great talent and coaching skills. We've had lessons at our home for the last 5 years, and would highly recommend John.
Matt Cross -
I highly recommend John as a guitar teacher, having had remote lessons with him I find the lessons really convenient to arrange and have learnt a lot over the last few years I’ve been having lessons with John. During the lessons I’ve been given tips on proper technique which I feel has drastically improved my playing and he gives music to practice that you listen to and want to play which I find keeps me motivated. He also sets out stuff to work on for next lesson which I really find keeps me focused and practising outside of lessons also. Again I cannot recommend John enough!
James Eley - Leeds
John is an enthusiastic and very patient teacher. He teaches both myself and my daughter and tailors the lessons to our individual needs. He is always happy to explain the theory of what you’re playing and will spend the time helping you get the correct sound to match the piece your playing.
Amy Randles - Rothwell
My son loves his lessons with John Can’t recommend John highly enough x
Michele Northaram - Morley Academy
was a fellow Tutor of John's at Morley Academy, Leeds and would highly recommend him. He was very popular with the pupils and a very good colleague to work with. John is a highly skilled musician and a dedicated tutor. During the pandemic John was able to switch easily to online teaching as he has a well equipped studio with the necessary technology. I would definitely recommend John to be part of a teaching team.
Nicola Saville - Rothwell
John teaches our 12 year old daughter the drums. She has a great relationship with John and feels completely at ease, is not afraid to make mistakes or ask questions. He is an amazing musician, tutor and his musical knowledge is second to none! John is always very flexible if we need to move a lesson and always happy to lend help and advice on instrument purchases and song music choices. We have watched John play lead guitar with his band All Of The Above on many occasions and they absolutely rock! This is when you can see that music is not only his job but his passion. I cannot recommend John enough as a tutor.
Tyler Black - Manchester
Brilliant teacher, I needed to get my grade 5 guitar to get into university, and he got me a high distinction, in just 3 months. Highly recommend and great at explaining, plus great musician. Will use again.
Lucy Marshall - Guisley
John is absolutely wonderful as a tutor. My 12 year old son has been having weekly, online guitar lessons for the past year. My son gets on with his, very friendly personality and looks forward to his lesson. The online set up that John offers is outstanding. He must have a full music studio in his house because it is very professional. It’s an easy commitment online as there is no travelling. What a bonus that John came highly recommended to us. Thank you John!
Liz Anne - Bradford
Absolutely amazing tutor. My daughter has additional needs and learnt so so much with John. Ha has succeeded where ithers has failed. He is kind, has empathy and has so much knowledge in his field. I cant thank him enough for what he has provided for my daughter with on drums & guitar. Thank you so much.
Mark Goddard - Wakefield
John is friendly, easy-going and very knowledgeable about music. He has a great level of understanding of music theory and various techniques on how to implement that on the guitar to help students achieve their goals. Highly recommended
Aisling Eley - Leeds
I couldn’t recommend John enough! He’s incredibly patient, friendly and encouraging, and always made lessons enjoyable. He was great at adapting lessons to what I wanted to learn and helped me build my confidence as well as my guitar skills. A genuinely lovely guy and a fantastic teacher!
Gail Marsden - Morley
My son had guitar lessons with John. He thoroughly enjoyed his lessons and only stopped as he was going to uni. John is very patient, reliable and knowledgeable a great teacher
Jayne Webster - Bradford
John is a very patient teacher and structures his lessons to make them interesting and interactive. He relates to both young people and adults well and Is very knowledgeable. A true professional at all times
Matt Cross - Wakefield
highly recommend John as a guitar teacher, having had remote lessons with him I find the lessons really convenient to arrange and have learnt a lot over the last few years I’ve been having lessons with John. During the lessons I’ve been given tips on proper technique which I feel has drastically improved my playing and he gives music to practice that you listen to and want to play which I find keeps me motivated. He also sets out stuff to work on for next lesson which I really find keeps me focused and practicing outside of lessons also. Again I cannot recommend John enough!