Ruby Davies

Fun and engaging guitar lessons that build skill and confidence for absolute beginners!

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Ruby Davies

Bachelors degree

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Ruby - Know your guitar teacher

Hi! I’m Ruby Davies - a dedicated guitar teacher with extensive previous experience in live performance, composition, and studio recording. I provide expert teaching of both acoustic and electric guitar to beginners of all ages, specialising in chord progressions, finger style guitar techniques, musicality, and songwriting. My approach is to tailor my teaching style to your unique personal interests, musical preferences, and learning style, helping you to master chords, melodies, and musicality effectively. I aim to focus on discovering your specific learning style and providing content that suits you perfectly. Whether you dream of joining a band, busking on the streets, or simply want to learn guitar as a new fulfilling hobby, I’m excited to be a part of your musical journey, guiding you every step of the way - so let’s get started!

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Guitar Techniques

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Chords and Rhythms

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Songs and Repertoire

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Guitar for beginners

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Strumming and Picking Techniques

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Guitar for kids

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Guitar for beginners

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Guitar for adults

Guitar lessons quick guide

I offer personalized tutoring for beginner guitar players, between those who have never touched a guitar and those who just wish to build confidence with skills they have, blending positive instructions with empathy and a personal connection to ensure your learning is as efficient and enjoyable as possible. My approach is rooted in understanding that each student is unique, and I tailor my teaching to meet your individual needs and aspirations. I'll plan lessons meticulously based on what you specifically want to learn, taking into account your personal music taste, current ability level, and preferred learning style to adapt my teaching methods to perfectly suit you. Whether you're passionate about rock, blues, pop, classical, or any other genre, I'll incorporate your favorite songs and artists into our lessons. This not only makes learning more engaging but also helps you connect with the music on a deeper level. I'll break down complex techniques into manageable steps, providing clear explanations and demonstrations to ensure you grasp each concept thoroughly. Additionally, I'll provide you with personalised practice exercises and resources to reinforce what you've learned and help you progress steadily towards your goals. My aim is to create a supportive and encouraging learning environment where you feel comfortable exploring your musical potential and expressing yourself through the guitar. I believe that anyone can learn to play the guitar with the right guidance and a positive attitude, and I'm committed to helping you unlock your musical talents and achieve your dreams. Whether you aspire to play your favourite songs, write your own music, or perform on stage, I'll provide you with the skills, knowledge, and inspiration you need to succeed.

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Guitar teacher who keeps it simple

Breaks down chords and strumming in easy steps

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Guitar lessons that keep kids motivated

No reminders needed, students are eager to attend

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Step-by-step guitar classes tracking

86% students see clear milestones across levels

Flexible Scheduling

Allows 1h early scheduling

Allows 1h early rescheduling

Can wait for 20 mins after joining

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Guitar concepts taught by Ruby

Student learned 4 days ago

The student and tutor reviewed guitar chord transitions and bar chord techniques, then explored the Ultimate Guitar website as a learning resource. They also began learning the F major pentatonic scale and how to transpose scales by understanding fret gaps and intervals, with plans to cover the minor pentatonic scale next.

Bar Chords: The Power of the Barre

Smooth Chord Transitions: The Art of Sliding

Ultimate Guitar: A Musician's Digital Toolkit

Pentatonic Scales: The Foundation of Cool Solos

Scale Techniques: Hammer-ons

Pull-offs

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Student learned 5 days ago

The tutor and student worked on improving guitar playing techniques, focusing on fingerpicking and bar chords. They practiced specific songs and exercises to develop dexterity and chord transitions, with homework assigned to reinforce fingerpicking on familiar progressions and continued practice of bar chords.

Barre Chords

Fingerpicking Patterns

Capo Usage

Chord Progression Practice

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Student learned 10 days ago

The student and tutor worked on improving guitar chord transitions, specifically focusing on bar chords and the F chord. They practiced finger exercises and strumming patterns, with the student aiming to increase speed and accuracy in their chord changes. The next lesson is scheduled for Tuesday at 5:00.

Chord Transitions: D to F

Metronome Practice for Timing

Fretting Hand Finger Dexterity

Alternative Chord Voicings and Simplification

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Student learned 10 days ago

The student and tutor worked on guitar techniques for the song 'Landslide', focusing on chord transitions, picking patterns, and a new chord shape. They practiced integrating these elements into the song's structure and discussed the song's overall arrangement. The next session will review scales and bar chords.

Song Structure & Repetition

New Chord Voicing: G F# Variant

Picking Patterns & Hand Positioning

Chord Transitions & Muscle Memory

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Student learned 10 days ago

The tutor and student reviewed and practiced various guitar bar chords, focusing on technical execution and application in a song. They worked on chord transitions, strumming patterns, and finger dexterity exercises, with the next session planned to cover scales and learning to identify strumming patterns by ear.

Barre Chord Technique

Chord Relationships: Sharps and Flats

Strumming Patterns and Rhythm

Practicing Chord Transitions

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Student learned 12 days ago

The student and tutor worked on guitar-playing techniques, focusing on scales and a new song's picking pattern. They practiced various chord progressions and simplified chord voicings, with plans to continue this in the next session.

Guitar Chord Basics: C Major and G Major

Guitar Picking Patterns: Alternate Picking

Understanding Guitar Scale Fundamentals: Major Scales

Chord Transitions and Chord Voicings

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