Business Details
14 Years
experience
Expert Guitar Tuition in Poole
Marc Shakespeare is a professional full-time guitar tutor with over 35 years of playing experience and two decades of teaching expertise. Based in Upper Parkstone, Poole, near Bournemouth, Dorset, he offers personalized tuition in electric, acoustic, and classical guitar, alongside singing and songwriting instruction. A published songwriter and Registry of Guitar Tutors member, Marc adapts lessons to individual needs, teaching students aged 6 to 65, including those with learning difficulties.His flexible hours and proven success rate reflect a commitment to accessible, tailored music education. Hygiene measures and student-focused methodologies ensure a safe, productive learning environment.
Services
Guitar Tuition
Singing Lessons
Songwriting Coaching
Online Lessons
Special Educational Needs
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer guitar tuition from a teacher with 20+ years' experience.
- Our lessons are tailored to individual learning styles and needs.
- We teach all ages, from 6-year-olds to seniors over 65.
- Students benefit from structured graded exam preparation support.
- Hygiene protocols maintain a safe learning environment at all times.
Associations and certifications
- Registry of Guitar Tutors
What people say
Highest rated
Patient teaching
Excellent results
Flexible approach
Expertise
Services
Guitar Tuition
Personalized guitar lessons for beginners to advanced players. Covering electric, acoustic, and classical styles, our tuition caters to individual goals. With 35+ years of playing experience, we ensure technical growth and musical confidence for students aged 6 to 65.
Singing Lessons
Professional vocal training focusing on breath control, pitch accuracy, and style development. Tailored sessions help students explore their vocal range while learning songs from their chosen genre. Suitable for all experience levels and ages.
Songwriting Tuition
Comprehensive songwriting guidance covering lyric composition, melody creation, and chord progression theory. Students learn to develop their unique voice while exploring different song structures. Includes feedback on original compositions and industry-standard recording insights.
Online Lessons
Flexible virtual music education using video conferencing platforms. Maintains the same quality of instruction as in-person lessons while accommodating distance learners. Requires stable internet connection and suitable recording environment at student's location.
Special Educational Needs
Tailored music education for students with learning difficulties. Structured lessons use visual aids, modified instruments, and multi-sensory techniques. Focuses on achievable progression through patience-centered teaching methods and alternative communication approaches.
People
Marc Shakespeare
Guitar Teacher
Professional music educator with 35+ years' playing experience and 20 years' teaching expertise. Member of the Registry of Guitar Tutors, specializing in adaptive learning for all ages. Published songwriter and experienced trainer of fellow guitar instructors.
Questions
Where do you conduct music lessons?
Lessons take place at my home studio in Upper Parkstone, Poole (BH14 area), conveniently located between Poole Town and Bournemouth.
Do you teach complete beginners?
Yes, absolute beginners receive structured introduction to instruments with patient guidance from day one.
Are online lessons available?
Skype lessons are available for remote learners, maintaining the same quality of instruction as in-person sessions.
Can children with special needs learn music here?
Yes, I have extensive experience adapting lessons for students with learning difficulties using specialized techniques.
What age range do you teach?
I teach students aged 6 to 65+, tailoring lessons to different developmental stages and learning capacities.
Do you offer formal music examinations?
As an RGT member, I can provide graded exams through the London College of Music examination board if desired.
