Private guitar lessons · Cheltenham & online
Guitar lessons built around you
One-to-one electric and acoustic guitar lessons for complete beginners, adults returning to guitar and young players at any stage. Pop, rock, pop punk, acoustic or modern R&B-influenced styles, taught in a relaxed, practical way.
- Electric + acoustic
- Kids, teens & adults
- Beginner-friendly
- 1-to-1 private lessons
£35Your first 60-minute lesson
About Seb
Taught from real playing, writing and touring
Seb is a Cheltenham-based musician, songwriter and producer with 15+ years of experience across live performance, recording and artist development. He has toured 20+ countries, worked in bands, as a solo artist and as a collaborative writer and producer, and his work has passed a million combined streams with support from BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra.
That shapes the teaching: relaxed, encouraging and tailored to you, focused on confidence, musicality and real-world skills that actually stick.
- 15+ years of playing, writing and recording
- International touring across 20+ countries
- 1M+ combined streams across projects
- BBC Radio 1 & 1Xtra support on selected work
- Lessons at a fully equipped recording studio
What you'll learn
Guitar, production and mixing, in person or online
No fixed curriculum. Lessons adapt to your goals, pace and style, whether you're picking up a guitar for the first time, want to produce your own music or are learning to mix properly.
- 01
Electric guitar
Chords, riffs, rhythm playing, scales, technique and tone. From first notes to playing along to your favourite tracks.
In person or online - 02
Acoustic guitar
Strumming patterns, chord shapes, fingerpicking basics and building confidence as an acoustic player.
In person or online - 03
Songs & songwriting
Learning songs you love, music theory when it actually helps, and songwriting basics if you want to write your own material.
In person or online - 04
Production basics
An optional intro to home recording and basic music production for students who want to take it beyond just playing.
In person or online - 05
Music production
Full production lessons over video call: DAW workflow, arrangement, sound design and getting ideas from sketch to finished track.
Online, worldwide - 06
Mixing
Gain staging, EQ, compression, effects and referencing, all taught around your actual sessions and tracks.
Online, worldwide
Guitar lessons run in person at La Vie Studio in Bishops Cleeve or online. Music production and mixing lessons run online over video call, so students across the UK and further afield are welcome.
Pricing
Clear, simple pricing
Pick a time and pay securely online. Your confirmation email arrives straight away.
60-minute lessons
The full lesson, with time to properly work through material.
New to La Vie Studio? Your first 60-minute lesson at a discounted rate.
Save £10 Book online Single lesson£45One hour, one-to-one. No commitment, book whenever you need.
Book online Block of 4£170Good for building momentum and making real progress in the first month.
Save £10 Book online Block of 10£400Best value for consistent long-term progress and steady development.
Save £50 Book online30-minute lessons
Quick, focused sessions for one specific thing.
Questions
What people usually ask first
Are lessons suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. Complete beginners are welcome, including adults who have never picked up a guitar before. The first session starts at whatever level you're at.
Do you teach both electric and acoustic guitar?
Yes. Lessons can focus on electric guitar, acoustic guitar, or both, whichever fits your goals and what you want to play.
Do you teach children and teenagers?
Yes. Lessons are suitable for children, teenagers and adults of all ages. Younger students are approached with patience and encouragement.
Where do lessons take place?
In person at La Vie Studio in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, or online over video call. The exact address is shared when a lesson is confirmed.
Can I speak to Seb before booking?
Yes. The booking and enquiry forms both let you ask for a quick phone call first if you'd prefer to chat before committing to anything.
Do I need to own a guitar already?
No. You can still book even if you haven't bought one yet. Guidance on what to get, and what to avoid, is part of the first conversation.
How do I pay?
Lessons booked online are paid securely by card when you book. Single lessons are paid per session and block bookings are paid upfront.
What if I need to cancel or reschedule?
Please give as much notice as possible. Cancellation and rescheduling terms are confirmed when you book your first lesson.
Not ready to book?
Send a lesson enquiry
Ask a question or request a call first. Seb will reply and confirm the next step. No commitment required.