Guitar with Brian

About

Brian Riddell is a guitar teacher with 20 years of playing experience and 15 years in various bands, spanning genres from indie rock to metal. He believes in personalized learning by setting goals unique to each student. Brian is self-taught and committed to sharing his love for music and performance knowledge.

Brian Riddell, operating as Guitar with Brian in Hamilton, Ontario, brings a wealth of practical experience to his guitar instruction. With two decades spent mastering the instrument and fifteen years actively performing in bands, his musical background is deeply rooted in the indie rock and metal scenes. This extensive performance history informs his teaching, offering students insights beyond mere technical proficiency.

Riddell's pedagogical approach emphasizes individualized learning, a philosophy stemming from his own self-taught journey. He meticulously crafts lessons to align with each student's specific aspirations, recognizing that a "one-size-fits-all" method rarely yields optimal results. This commitment to personalized goal-setting fosters a learning environment tailored to individual progress and musical exploration.

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Lesson Details

Format

private

Free Trial

Yes — free trial lesson available

Credentials & Experience

20 years teaching experience