My son Zafar has been having guitar lessons with Richard for around 5 years now and he absolutely loves it – he always looks forward to his lessons. Richard always brings in new challenges to keep Zafar interested and we are constantly impressed by all the different skills he is learning. I love that Richard is very flexible – always responding to Zafar’s new music interests which is great for Zafar’s motivation. Having opportunities to play in a group and also at Moles has also been brilliant!

BESPOKE, INSPIRING, SUPPORTIVE lessons. I have nothing but gratitude and deep respect for the Bath Guitar School. Richard is the most fantastic teacher. As an adult learner with a perfectionist personality, I could easily have felt foolish or frustrated; I have been so clearly and gently taught, in a style that absolutely suits my personal learning needs, that I am not only becoming confident on the guitar after only three months of learning, but have written several songs (!!!) and am understanding music itself on a deeper level. And I am having great fun. And am deeply inspired. If you are looking for guitar lessons at any level, look no further. Bath Guitar School and Richard are it!

A hearty big thanks to Richard at Bath Guitar School for all his efforts during the lockdown. Always tries to make lessons enjoyable but has gone the extra mile with the daily boot camps which have been a great diversion in these difficult times. The tech hasn’t always worked smoothly, and we’ve not noticed the time along the way, but that hasn’t distracted from the great experience we’ve had. It has made Matt’s time stuck at home that little bit better. Thanks Richard.

Both my sons, ages 8 & 10, love learning the electric guitar with Richard. Richard encourages and inspires them to play (even at home) and their lessons are never boring. I have seen them develop a love for the instrument and I can only give credit to Richard for being such a great teacher! Thank you for all you do for them!

Richard has been patiently teaching my son Jack for the past 3 years. He initially gets young students hooked by teaching them easy classic rock guitar riffs, which are rewarding and recognisable before breaking down and teaching entire songs. Richard’s teaching style is relaxed and honest with lots of humorous banter, that said he does motivate and apply a ‘firm but fair’ approach when needed.

Alongside the one-to-one lessons there are regular group workshops and the chance to perform at key Bath venues such as Moles, Komedia and The Egg, a highlight for the kids and their families. Richard has worked with kids from age 7 and up for many years and his experience along with his passion for the guitar and rock music shines through.

We looked at a few teachers for our son and thankfully decided on Richard. He is the perfect teacher for our 9 year old. He’s patient, kind and just seems to “get him”. Small wonder he enjoys going week after week and makes good progress each time. His concentration has improved and the desire to practise is so much greater.

In a short space of time Reilly has played in the performance with total confidence – even if it wasn’t 100% right – but that’s what Richard also instills…the belief that you CAN do it. Can’t rate highly enough…if your kid needs a teacher – don’t waste time looking anywhere else!

Richard’s a fantastic, humorous and patient teacher – he makes it really fun for them and they are playing proper tunes and riffs from day one. He also does tons of extras – band workshops, charity busks and other events – which give the kids great opportunities to play with others and on public. Really fantastic, I would recommend him as a teacher to anyone!

I have recently returned to having lessons with Richard after I stopped for my A level exams. I had never had any sort of music lessons before my guitar lessons when I was 16 but Richard has always been very encouraging and has always tried hard to keep my interest in learning guitar on the same high level! The relaxed structure of the lessons is one of the main reasons for my return, as it makes the lesson more enjoyable and it means you can choose what you learn. I would recommend his guitar lessons to anyone and everyone!

My son Ruben learnt guitar for about four years with Richard. Initially, Ruben never practiced and Richard was very patient with this as I really wanted the lessons to be a pleasure for Ruben rather than being another pressure to add to the existing ones of school work. After a few years, as Ruben matured, things started to change and he would talk about the lessons more and what he and Richard had been discussing and what music they’d attempted.

For the last year of his time with Richard, Ruben ‘practiced’, or rather spontaneously picked up the guitar, almost every single day. It became his primary way of relaxing as opposed to looking at a screen. Ruben is now confident enough to play in public and sees his love of the guitar as part of who he is. He has stopped lessons now as he has chosen instead to start singing lessons, to which he takes….his guitar. It took time, and neither Richard nor I as Ruben’s mum, being pushy…but Ruben now has a gift for life.