Here are a few of your regular GT tuition experts...

2024-03-06 -

SIMON BARNARD

Simon is a graduate of ACM and The Guitar Institute, holding a Masters degree in music. He teaches, examines and plays everything from rock to jazz.

DECLAN ZAPALA

Declan is one of the UK’s top classical guitarists and teachers. He is a Master graduate of RCM and his solo arrangements are sublimely creative.

JON BISHOP

Jon is one of those great all-rounders who can turn his hand to almost any style. He’s also rock legend Shakin’ Stevens’ touring and recording guitarist.

MARTIN COOPER

A tutor at BIMM Brighton, Martin’s Rock columns show an incredible breadth of technique and style. His 2006 album State Of The Union is out on iTunes.

CHARLIE GRIFFITHS

Charlie is a well studied guitarist who specialises in high end rock playing and plays with top UK metal-fusion band Haken. His debut album is Tiktaalika.

JAMIE HUNT

Jamie is Principal Lecturer at BIMM Bristol. He also leads performance workshops, plays in metal band One Machine and is endorsed by ESP guitars.

PHIL HILBORNE

The UK’s original magazine guitar tutor, Phil’s something of a legend. A great player, he’s got the Phil Hilborne Band back together so catch them if you can.

ANDY G JONES

As well as being Head Of Guitar at LCCM Andy has played with innumerable top musicicans, from Sir Van Morrison and Dr Brian May, to Sir Cliff Richard & more.

JACOB QUISTGAARD

Quist has been with GT since 2009. Currently Bryan Ferry’s guitarist, his YouTube channel is viewed by millions and he creates our monthly jam tracks.

STUART RYAN

Stuart Ryan is great at all styles but best known for his superb acoustic work. He was Head Of Guitar at BIMM Bristol and has many top tuition books to his name.

ANDY SAPHIR

Andy is a stunning guitarist in all styles, but his country-rock licks are fabulous; he’s smooth, fast, and very musical. Check him out on Jamtrack Central.