Guitar Lessons in Basingstoke
Tailored one-to-one guitar lessons for all skill levels.
Guitar Lessons in Basingstoke
Tailored one-to-one guitar lessons for all skill levels.
About Me
Study with Mike in Basingstoke
My name is Michael Semark (Mike). I’ve been playing guitar for over 10 years and teaching privately and at a small music school in Reading since 2022. I am confident in teaching a diverse range of styles, from singer/songwriter-folk music on acoustic guitar to rock and metal on electric guitar, and am passionate about helping my students achieve their musical goals. I teach all levels, from absolute beginners (age 5+, unless requested otherwise, please get in touch!) to advanced guitarists (grade 8+, or any rock/metal/pop/jazz specialists, again, please get in touch!), and am confident in helping my students find their own unique voice on the instrument.
I also teach music theory if you are interested in understanding the underlying mechanics behind music, as well as improvisation and composition, and ways to memorise and make sense of the guitar fretboard.
Passionate About Education
I am DBS certified and a member of the Registry of Guitar Tutors, and have taught over 2000 lessons to hundreds of students over the years. I also currently hold a 100% merit/distinction rate for students who are taking their Rockschool (RSL Awards) grade and/or performance exams.
I understand that every student is unique and has different learning goals and needs. I'm happy to help, whether you are picking up a guitar for the first time or want to study advanced techniques and need guidance on how to practice efficiently.
Comfortable Learning Space
I’m currently based in Basingstoke, Hampshire, and teach private 1-on-1 lessons from my teaching space at home; my main space is upstairs, but I can teach downstairs if you have accessibility requirements. I can also teach online via Zoom if required. If you are in a band/duo or are interested in group lessons, please get in touch, as I can accommodate if required. Feel free to contact me if you need any more information (michael.semark@gmail.com).