Electric and Acoustic Guitar Lessons Taught by a Berklee-Trained Musician and Active Performer for Beginners and Intermediate Students in Surbiton, London.

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• 1) When did you first develop a passion for music and your favourite instrument?

  I was around 10 years old when I first discovered a video of AC/DC playing “Whole Lotta Rosie” live. Seeing Angus Young play guitar with that much energy and freedom really struck something in me. From that moment on I was completely hooked, and I got my first guitar not long after.

• 2) Is there a particular type of music or artist that you listen to on a loop without it driving you crazy?

  I can happily listen to 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s rock on repeat. Artists I never seem to tire of include Radiohead, Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, Jimi Hendrix, Bruce Springsteen, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin — and of course, the Blues.

• 3) Explain to us the most difficult or riveting course you could personally give to a student of music.

  Songwriting.

• 4) What do you think is the most complicated instrument to master and why?

  Trumpet. Just trust me.

• 5) What are your keys to success?

  Passion, discipline, curiosity, and a genuine love for playing, learning, and sharing music with others.

• 6) Name three musicians you dream of meeting in your favourite bar in the early hours of the morning. Explain why.

  Jimi Hendrix, David Bowie, and Thom Yorke. I imagine the conversations would be just as inspiring and unpredictable as their music.

• 7) Provide a valuable anecdote related to music or your days at music school.

  During my time at Berklee, my voice teacher Jan Shapiro often reminded me: “Learn to walk before you run” and “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” Those simple ideas stuck with me and taught me that patience and perseverance are just as important as talent.

• 8) What are the little touches that make you a Superprof in music?

  Music is a central part of my life — I live it every day. Being able to support others on their own musical journey, in a thoughtful and encouraging way, is something I genuinely value and feel grateful to do.