Guitar for Busy Beginners
A practical guide to playing guitar, without developing bad habits.
Enroll in CourseGet all the guidance you need to build a solid foundation in your guitar playing. Includes my song learning system, chord switching exercises, a guide to spotting bad habits, 20+ strumming patterns, and detailed walkthroughs for common barre chords.
What's included in the course?
This is a comprehensive online course that takes you from complete beginner, to playing your favourite songs with confidence, and having a system to follow to learn new songs. I'm walking you through the entire process. The course includes:
- A well planned structure, tried & tested with real people. Each lesson builds on the last.
- Multi-angle videos, so you can see exactly what to do, and what not to do.
- The Song System: How to learn your first 5-10 songs as a complete beginner, step-by-step.
- Practical Exercises to help you master the skills you need to play songs or make music.
- 20+ Strumming patterns with play along videos & interactive notation.
- Discover how to learn any strum pattern by ear, with a step-by-step approach.
- See Barre chords from multiple angles, and finally nail chords like F and B! (did you know there are at least 5 ways to play F?)
- Printable Practice Routines to help you take action on the exercises & methods I teach.
- Interactive Flashcards, to make sure you really memorise things like essential terms and chords. Learn mode keeps track of what you need to spend more time reviewing, so you can master material for the long term.
- Interactive Player: Slow down the music, loop sections, and see what's coming up.
- Downloadable Worksheets for setting goals, choosing the right songs, and establishing a daily practice habit.
- My personal help & guidance, to keep you on track. I'll be on the other end of the phone (or webcam) to help you out if you ever get stuck. Want me to email you each week to check on your progress? No problem. Want to go through at your own pace without me checking in? That's fine too.
- More support through a private community, where you can post your songs or get help from fellow students.
“The best – i.e. thoughtful, well-prepared, insightful, and encouraging – guitar teacher I have encountered, by some distance.”
- Graham Browning
Course Curriculum
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PreviewModule Outcome
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PreviewParts of the Guitar (1:05)
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StartSitting position & bad posture habits to avoid (2:30)
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StartTuning
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StartHolding the Pick (2:06)
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StartFinger strumming (2:13)
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StartNail length (0:41)
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StartThumb position Do's and Don'ts
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StartThe Bad Sounds First Approach: Fret buzz (1:44)
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StartFingertips hurt? What to do
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StartGuitar Care & Maintenance
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StartTest your learning
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StartModule feedback
Why did I make this course?
I created this course to help beginner guitar players tackle these common problems:
Struggles like:
"I can't change chords fast enough, and I can't get through a song"
"I find it hard to play in time"
"I can't get the strumming right"
"I find myself overthinking and everything falls apart"
"I can play, but when sing along, it all goes kaput"
This course was created to solve these problems, and many more. It has been designed with the struggling beginner in mind, as something to fill the gap between in-person lessons, or as an effective alternative to in-person lessons.
Who is the course for?
✓ Adults
✓ Teenagers
✗ Kids
✓ Absolute Beginners with no experience of learning an instrument
✓ Beginners who have tried learning online, but got stuck
✓ Beginners returning to the guitar after a long break
✗ Intermediate players who can play songs with confidence
✗ Advanced players
✓ People who want to play their favourite songs (Acoustic, Indie, Folk, Alt-Rock genres)
✗ People who want to learn Heavy Rock, Metal, or Solos
✗ People who want to learn to read music notation
✓ Ideal for Acoustic Guitar
✓ Works just the same on Electric Guitar
“Chris has been an excellent tutor, a really good fit for me. He’s really motivating, very skilled and clearly loves his job. I couldn’t recommend him more.”
– Amy Liversidge, Leeds, via Google
“I started lessons as a complete beginner and have found Chris to be really friendly and patient. I started learning to play the songs I like from the off, and the lesson materials are clear and easy to practice from at home. If you’re looking for relaxed lessons and a knowledgeable teacher, Chris is your guy!”
– Naomi King, Leeds
“Chris has been a brilliant guitar tutor, I went to him as a complete beginner and he has helped me make excellent progress!”
– Emily Boig, Leeds
“I started learning the guitar as a complete beginner and in the few weeks Chris has been teaching me he as gone above and beyond to make sure im not only reaching my goals but im also having fun in the process. I would strongly recommend anyone wanting to learn the guitar to contact Chris, 5+ stars”
– Stephen Bradshaw, Leeds
“Chris has all the aspects of a great tutor. In a matter of weeks, I’m playing some of my favourite music and moving on to more advanced techniques. My only gripe is inability to join group lessons.”
- Daniel Teasdale, Leeds, via Google
A Course for the Busy Beginner
I wanted to make this course something that even the busiest person could fit in.
All you need to do is log in, hit play, and follow my clear instructions. Each lesson start with a video which is short & to the point - meaning you can take action right away. The lessons also include play-along exercises so you can practice the methods I teach with the guidance of an interactive player.
This is very much a beginner course, so I assume you've never picked up a guitar, and we go right from the basics. After finishing the course, you'll be playing songs with confidence.
If you can already play chords & strum songs with confidence, without stopping, stalling, or crashing, this course probably isn't for you.
On the other hand, If you're a beginner who wants to get the best start on guitar, without developing bad habits, then this course is definitely for you.
Your Instructor
Hi, I’m Chris. I've been a guitar tutor in Leeds, UK & online since 2014.
I’m passionate about helping people break out of a practice rut, so they can learn the music they love, and create music they’re actually proud of.
I've played in various bands & projects over the past 19 years. Most recently as a guitarist for Team Picture, my playing has been aired on BBC 6Music, BBC Radio 1, Radio X, BT Sport, and a Netflix series. I've also done TV work as a solo performer, recording acoustic guitar for an ITV series, which aired in 2019.
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is no-risk with a 30-day money back guarantee. If you're not happy for any reason, you'll get your money back. No questions.
I'll be working closely with you as you go through the lessons. If you have any questions, you can post a comment at any time.
You'll also get access to a private community (off social media) for challenges, discussion & personal attention.
See you inside the course!
- Chris