top of page

I have been teaching guitar professionally since 2004, helping children and adults of all abilities develop their playing with a relaxed, supportive approach.

​

With over 35 years of experience playing guitar, I tailor lessons around each student's goals, whether that means learning favourite songs, building technique, preparing for exams or developing general musicianship.

​

I teach from my home studio in Castle Cary, Somerset, with a fully equipped setup designed to provide a comfortable learning environment.

​

My experience includes:

​​​

  • Over 30 years of live performance experience

  • Level 2 Diploma in Mental Health Awareness

  • Senior NMPAT Guitar Tutor, 2004 to 2024

  • Steinberg certified trainer

  • Music Teacher Magazine journalist

​

Guitar teacher playing a wooden electric guitar
Guitar teacher in Castle Cary at studio desk.
John Calcott playing guitar live on stage
John Calcott standing with guitar in recording studio
bottom of page