Andy Metcalfe offers guitar and bass lessons in Exeter and Crediton, as well as online lessons for those based elsewhere. A guitarist, bassist, producer, and sometimes keyboard player, Andy’s musical career has included working with artists such as Robyn Hitchcock, Squeeze, David Gray and Debbie Harry.
Andy’s teaching is tailored to what you want to learn, whether you’re just starting out or wanting to improve your skills. Get in touch to book your first lesson, and explore what’s on offer.
Drawing from wide-ranging experience, Andy has taught different approaches to using the guitar to accompany different singing and instrumental styles - as well as lead playing and how to improvise - including Americana, singer/songwriter, bluegrass flat-picking and wider traditional styles, and jazz. On the bass, simple accompaniment, a variety of rock styles, how to play walking bass lines for blues and jazz, and how to construct a memorable bass line for a song.
More general topics include how to practice, music theory, and different approaches to learning.