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John Doole - Rock/Pop Guitar Teacher in Oxford

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Oxford (OX3) View on map
Last Logged In: 18 Jan 2012
Sex: Male
Web site: www.facebook.com/pages/John-Doole-Guitar-Tuit...

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Rock/Pop Guitar £25.00/hr
Bass Guitar £25.00/hr

Jazz/Folk Guitar £25.00/hr
Piano £25.00/hr

Personal Message: Whether you've been playing for a while and are a bit stuck, or whether you're picking up a guitar (or bass) or learning piano for the first time, my lessons are just what you're looking for.
Which subject(s) do you teach?: I teach Guitar (electric and acoustic), Bass and Piano. I teach most styles; rock, pop, folk, jazz, fingerstyle, slide, etc. The piano I teach is not so much about the grades (although I can teach them up to grade 4), but more about rock and pop piano; learning songs, chord theory, that kind of thing. I also carry out repair and maintenance to guitars and basses.
Tell me about your qualifications.: I have Grades 1-5 in piano of The Associated Board cerificates in theory and practical.
What kind of experience do you have?: I have over 30 years experience as a gigging and recording musician and 16 years experience as a tutor.
How much do you charge?: My rate is £25 per hour.
Where do you teach?: I teach at my home in the Headington Quarry area of Oxford.
When are you available?: I teach Monday to Thursday including school holidays until 8pm, and Fridays until 2pm.
Which ages and levels do you teach?: The youngest age I teach is 16. There is no upper limit.
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?: No. I don't teach children under the age of 16.
Do you belong to any professional organisations?: I belong to the Musicians Union.
Tell me about some of your current students.: My current students range in age from 16-60 and are learning many styles of music.
Do you have a personal message for students?: Tuition is in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Lessons are tailored to each student's individual requirements and preferences with the emphasis on learning songs or solos which contain a technique that is beneficial to the student. I place great importance on developing the student's musical ear as well as their playing ability.

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