I have a background as a cellist. I started teaching myself guitar a little over 3 years ago. I have had 4 instructors for cello, but, prior to James, none for guitar. I almost randomly scheduled a lesson with James. I had to be near his studio for a period of time and he had a slot open that would work. I remember my first lesson and what he suggested that I do. I’ve been taking lessons now from James for about 6 months. I feel like I have had a drastic improvement in my ability to play the guitar. I’m fairly comfortable now up and down the fretboard. At the time I started with James, I had been memorizing all kinds of scales and triads trying to become a better guitarist. I was using video lessons and YouTube. I was spinning my wheels. There is just so much you can learn on the guitar, but I didn’t know what to prioritize. I would say that I wasted most of a year. If I had come to James sooner, I would have improved sooner. He has kept me on the right path and I’m grateful for that.

If you are reading this and wondering if lessons from James will help you, you should give him a shot. I would have told my younger self to get lessons sooner. Of course you also have to practice A LOT. But make sure you are practicing the right things and sign up for a lesson with James!

I’ve been playing guitar for years, but lacked direction when it came to actually understanding how to play the music i hear in my head. James’ aproach to theory is like finding the keys to the kingdom! His teaching style is straightforward, patient, and encouraging. Hes a truley gifted musician who truely loves bringing musical understanding into others lives ALL HAIL THE SHANKS!!!

After playing guitar for quite a long time I began to feel stuck in a bit of a rut. I contacted James and after one lesson he pinpointed some areas I could work on to freshen up my playing and gave me guidance/ exercises in doing so.

James really helped reignite that spark that made me want to learn guitar in the first place. Would highly recommend!

There are plenty of good guitarists out there, but James is an excellent teacher. These lessons include a lot of ACTUAL playing. You can learn songs on your own, but I would highly recommend lessons with James if you actually want to learn guitar. I’ve always felt at ease with James, he’s very kind and patient, but thorough- what else could you ask for in a teacher? From learning to play three chords with quality tone and sensitivity to nerding out on endless scales and progressions, he’s the guy to go to.

James is a fantastic guitar teacher- the best in the area! I would recommend to anyone- whatever level. When I started off with lessons with James I was worried as I had no experience at all- however he made me feel really at ease and I was shocked with how much I learnt in just that first lesson! I didn’t even have a guitar but it wasn’t a problem- James had guitars there for me to play. He will not only will get you to the to the strongest place in guitar you could be at, but he will do it with prestigious qualifications from London- as well as the care and time that it may take to get you the top.

The best teacher I have ever had period, worth way more than I pay. He takes all the confusion out of learning music!
He is the Bob Ross of music!

James is an awesome teacher. I have worked with others in the past and since I’ve met James my playing has improved greatly. He is gifted musically and also has the talent to teach. Quite the right combination!

James Knott is an excellent guitar teacher. He’s so good that after five lessons I already feel confident enough to play in front of an audience. His theory knowledge and practical playing is outstanding. I’m his brother and live at home in England, he’s been teaching me over Skype/ FaceTime which has worked amazingly well. To know I can get a lesson anywhere in the world and be improving this much is a great feeling. You won’t regret being taught by this master of guitar!