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Expert Guitar Tuition in Poole
With over 35 years of professional guitar experience and two decades dedicated to full-time teaching, I provide tailored guitar, singing, and songwriting tuition in Poole, Dorset. My approach adapts to each student's needs, catering to ages 6 to 65, including those with learning difficulties. As a published songwriter and full member of the Registry of Guitar Tutors, I offer graded exams and flexible lesson structures.My commitment to hygiene and personalized instruction ensures a safe, effective learning environment. Lessons are conducted in a dedicated home studio with 2-metre social distancing measures in place, alongside Skype options for remote learning.
Services
Guitar Lessons
Singing Tuition
Songwriting Instruction
Classical Guitar
Electric Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Children's Lessons
Adult Education
Graded Exams
Online Skype Lessons
Highlights and features
- 35 years of professional guitar expertise and 20 years teaching experience
- Personalized lesson structures adapted to individual learning styles
- Proven success teaching students aged 6 to 65, including those with learning difficulties
- Full RGT membership with graded exam provision
- Flexible scheduling including Sunday mornings and remote Skype lessons
Associations and certifications
- Registry of Guitar Tutors (RGT)
What people say
Highest rated teacher
Great success rate
Flexible hours
Patient with children
Excellent communication
Services
Guitar Lessons
Personalized guitar tuition covering electric, acoustic, and classical styles. Lessons adapt to individual goals, from beginner to advanced levels. Students learn diverse genres spanning The Beatles to Bach while developing technical proficiency and musical expression.
Singing Tuition
Professional singing instruction focusing on technique, breath control, and performance skills. Tailored to individual vocal ranges and musical preferences, with options for exam preparation or recreational development. Combines technical training with artistic interpretation.
Songwriting Instruction
Guidance in creating original music covering lyric writing, chord progressions, and song structure. Students explore melodic development and arrangement techniques. Includes feedback on existing compositions and development of creative workflows for new material.
Classical Guitar
Specialist classical guitar tuition focusing on fingerstyle techniques, reading music notation, and repertoire development. Students study traditional compositions while building technical foundations applicable to other guitar styles and musical contexts.
Online Skype Lessons
Virtual guitar and singing lessons via Skype for students unable to attend in-person sessions. Maintains personalized instruction while offering flexibility for distance learners. Includes digital resources and progress tracking tools for remote study.
People
Marc Shakespeare
Guitar Teacher & Songwriter
Professional guitarist with 35+ years experience and 20 years teaching. Specializes in personalized music education, RGT-accredited, with expertise spanning multiple genres. Develops tailored lesson plans for students of all ages and abilities.
Questions
What guitar styles do you teach?
I teach electric, acoustic, and classical guitar across diverse genres including rock, pop, jazz, flamenco, and classical music. Lessons adapt to your preferred style and skill level.
Do you offer singing lessons?
Yes, I provide singing tuition focusing on technique development, breath control, and performance skills. Lessons are available for both recreational and exam-focused students.
Can children start learning guitar?
Children as young as six can begin lessons. I adapt teaching methods to suit different age groups and learning abilities, including specialized approaches for younger students.
Are online lessons available?
Yes, I offer Skype lessons for remote students. These maintain the same personalized instruction as in-person sessions with digital resources for continued practice.
Do you prepare students for exams?
As a full RGT member, I can prepare students for graded exams. This includes technical work, repertoire selection, and performance preparation tailored to examination requirements.
What are your safety measures?
Lessons follow social distancing guidelines with 2-metre spacing. I maintain hygiene practices including hand sanitization before each lesson and regular equipment cleaning.
Reviews (6)
Perry Grist
Dec 23, 2021
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Only been with Marc a short while but he has immediately identified where I can improve and given me constructive exercises to help me improve. Really insightful and encouraging.
Mark Robson
Dec 07, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Marc observes and listens very carefully to his students. He is encouraging and focused and talks well to younger students so they are able to understand what is required.
Marc observes and listens very carefully to his students. He is encouraging and focused and talks well to younger students so they are able to understand what is required.
Dan Parker
Oct 22, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism
After having my first lesson, Marc has helped reignite my passion for the instrument through his guidance. Thank you for helping me along with my journey. Daniel.
After having my first lesson, Marc has helped reignite my passion for the instrument through his guidance. Thank you for helping me along with my journey. Daniel.
Miranda Robson
Oct 04, 2021
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Our son has only recently started lessons with Marc, but its great to see him come away wanting to practice and improve on his techniques that Marc has taught him during the lesson. Marc offers lots of positive encouragement.
Robert Strohm
Sep 23, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism
Fantastic beginning lessons. Hopefully to a world of new learning.
Fantastic beginning lessons. Hopefully to a world of new learning.
Max Cope
Sep 13, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Patient, observant, great feedback. I needed resolution of numerous self-taught bad habits. Whilst it is only lesson 2, Marc has tactfully and carefully taken a number of issues and devised exercises to rectify them. I am looking forward to lesson 3!
Patient, observant, great feedback. I needed resolution of numerous self-taught bad habits. Whilst it is only lesson 2, Marc has tactfully and carefully taken a number of issues and devised exercises to rectify them. I am looking forward to lesson 3!
