Scotland-wide, in your own home
Friendly piano, guitar and drum lessons that start with a jam, not a syllabus — at their own pace, in your own home. And yes, adults too — it's genuinely never too late to start.
What's taught
Every one of these can start as a total beginner — a kid, a teenager, or an adult who's always fancied giving it a go.
From picking out a first tune by ear to reading music properly, whenever that becomes the right next step.
Acoustic or electric — the instrument most people ask for first, and the one John teaches the most.
Real kit time, real rhythm — a genuinely fun one for kids who want to make some noise (in a good way).
Conversational, not another jotter — for a school pupil wanting real confidence, or an adult brushing up before a trip.
More about French tuition →How a first lesson actually goes
There's no rigid method here, and no exam-board checklist to work through before it's "allowed" to be fun. John sits down, plays with whoever's learning, and teaches through real tunes — building technique in as it's actually needed, not before. Some kids fly through it; others take it slow. Both are exactly right.
It's the same reason people who tried an instrument before and didn't stick with it often do this time — nothing here is about ticking a grade off before it's supposed to be enjoyable.
"grooviest teacher in town!"
— Gaia Burgio, real Facebook review
About John
John teaches guitar, piano, bass and drums, and separately tutors French — fluent, with a French degree and time spent actually living and working in France. He's personable, patient, and genuinely likes teaching people who've never picked up an instrument before, not just polishing already-confident players.
Lessons happen in your own home, at a time that works for you — no travelling to a studio, no waiting room.
Simple, honest pricing
£20 / 45 minutes
One straightforward rate, whatever's being taught — piano, guitar, drums or French.
Get in touch
Lessons taught in your own home. Send a message and John will get back to you to sort out a first lesson.