TEACHER & PERFORMER 

“Steve Sheldon is not just a great guitar teacher, he is a great music teacher and a kind, genuine guy. I studied under him for three years at university level and graduated with first class honours.  Steve's quirky sense of humour and keen interest in many styles of music always kept the lessons fresh and exciting.  As a player Steve has great feel and expressive taste in his playing. Some of the stretches in the chord voicings he uses would take me a week or more to get used to them! I studied music theory, improvisation, advanced guitar techniques and band skills with Steve and I am a far better, more rounded musician than I was before” 

“Before having theory lessons with Steve I must of had around 20 lessons with another tutor and I learnt more in my first hour with Steve than I did in the previous 20!
Each lesson was specifically catered to what it was I wanted to learn and focus on (song writing and vocal scales) and no question felt like a stupid one!  Steve is so friendly and easy to get on with which makes learning easy, fast and most importantly fun!” 

"I've worked with Steve for over a decade and believe him to be an extremely skilled educator with a passion for music - guitar and theory in particular. He has an inimitable style that makes you want to do your best and improve. He's patient, encouraging and really good fun to work with. I can't recommend him highly enough!"

"One thing that’s clear about Steve is the amazing versatility he offers. Over the years, I have seen countless students flourish under Steve’s expert guidance, both beginner and advanced, young and more mature, making exceptional progress. Importantly, it’s clear that all those who take lessons with him, nurture a genuine love of playing and feel encouraged in their music making. Not only a brilliantly skilled guitarist/performer, he has brought to life the world of theory for so many, from a broad range of backgrounds including Jazz and more traditional idioms – his excitement about these topics spill out of his lessons and his passion for all aspects of music is unavoidable! Steve is highly invested in the success of every one of his students and I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending him." 

"I have known Steve for some time now and have no hesitation in recommending him as a guitar instructor. He has a wealth of real-world experience as a musician touring with international stage shows etc, and many years of teaching guitar, both privately and in academic institutions. His knowledge of the background musical theory is enormous, but he knows from practical experience the “short-cuts” – so he can tell you what you need to use for your chosen or preferred style of music, without being cluttered by unnecessary detail. His combination - of ability, patience, clarity of explanation, practical tips, and experience – is something to treasure in a guitar tutor." 

"I had the pleasure of teaching Steve many many years ago when he was a student at The Academy of Music and Sound in Birmingham. Even then he had a nice style to his playing, and pretty good technical facility. The intervening years have seen him surpass where I thought he could go as a musician, to the point where I feel there isn’t anything I could teach him and plenty I could learn from him. His command of the instrument, and his ability to play with sensitivity to the situation he finds himself in, has been wonderful to witness. Unfortunately he’s also a very pleasant guy to work with too! If you need someone to learn from, or someone as a session player, I can highly recommend him."