Learn guitar with confidence at Cornwall Guitar Lessons. Led by experienced tutor Darren Richards, lessons are tailored for beginners to advanced players and available both online and in-person at local schools across Cornwall. Develop your skills in a structured, engaging environment.

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Our Services

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One to One Lessons

Looking to learn guitar your way? At Cornwall Guitar Lessons, professional tutor Darren Richards offers personalised, one-to-one sessions that suit your style, interests, and goals.

📍 Where & How

Lessons take place either in person at Mounts Bay Academy or online via Microsoft Teams—flexibility that fits your schedule.

🎶 Learn What You Love Whether you're working on a favourite song, mastering a solo, or diving into music theory, each lesson is built around what you want to learn.

🎓 Go for Grades We also offer full tuition in the Rockschool syllabus for those aiming for formal qualifications.

Pricing

£14 for a 30-minute session
£28 for a 60-minute session

Start your musical journey with friendly, supportive guidance that helps you grow confidence and skills from day one.

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10 Week Guitar Courses

Ready to take your guitar playing to the next level? Our structured 10-week courses are designed to build your skills, boost your confidence, and make learning fun—whatever your age or experience level.

🎵 Course Options:

Kids Course (ages 6–10)
Beginners Course
Intermediate Course
Blues Course
Sight Reading Course

Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your technique, there's a course to suit every player.

Location:

Lessons are delivered in-person at Mounts Bay Academy or online via Microsoft Teams—offering flexibility to fit your lifestyle.

Pricing:

£126 for 10 x 30-minute lessons
£252 for 10 x 60-minute lessons

Each course is taught one-to-one by Darren Richards, and tailored to help you grow at your own pace.

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Online Lessons

For over 15 years, Darren Richards has been teaching guitar online—long before remote learning became mainstream. During and after the Covid-19 pandemic, the demand for online lessons soared, and Microsoft Teams has become a reliable platform for students of all ages to learn from the comfort of home.

What You’ll Get:

Live, personalised one-to-one lessons via Microsoft Teams
PDF lesson sheets sent before each session
Follow-up materials like additional sheets or video demonstrations after your lesson

It’s a flexible, effective way to grow as a guitarist—without leaving your living room.

Lesson Fees:

£14 for 30 minutes
£28 for 60 minutes

Perfect for beginners or advanced players looking to refine their sound.

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Hi, and thanks for checking out this page!

My name is Darren Richards, and I’m a guitar teacher based in Cornwall, originally from the beautiful fishing village of Newlyn. I’ve been passionate about guitar since the age of 13, and that passion led me to study music at Truro College, followed by professional guitar training at the Brighton Institute of Modern Music.

Live Experience & Career Highlights

I’ve had the privilege of performing across the country at various venues and festivals—including the legendary Isle of Wight Festival. During my time with the band The Perils, I shared the stage with icons like The Buzzcocks, Carbon Silicon, and Gary Moore—memorable moments that shaped my musical journey.

Teaching Journey

After the band’s run came to an end, I dove fully into teaching, working with respected institutions such as The Brighton Guitar Academy, Brighton Rockschool, and Sussex Academy of Music.

Fast forward to today, I’ve been back home in Cornwall for the past 11 years, and I’ve made it my mission to help people of all ages master the guitar—whether through structured courses, private lessons, or Online lessons (which I’ve been offering since 2011).

I previously taught at Trevada Music from 2013–2020, and I now work as a guitar tutor at: