Aidan Bricker
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I am the Founder of the Happy Bluesman (www.happybluesman.com). This is a website for blues music lovers and guitarists. I offer free articles all about blues music and how to become a better blues guitarist, as well as paid courses and 1-2-1 coaching sessions via Zoom.
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11 customer reviews
Chris Laverty
Guitar Lessons
Aidan was quick to respond. He was very well-organised and prepared for our trial class, with lots of useful visual materials and clear explanations. The lesson was very clear, with good energy levels and content that was interesting and appropriate for my level/needs. More...
Reply from Aidan Bricker
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a kind review Chris, I really appreciate it. It's been a pleasure working with you so far, and I'm really looking forward to seeing your continued progress over the coming lessons 😁
Martin Dugdale
Guitar Lessons
Aiden has been absolutely brilliant for me. He has a really easy way with him that put me at ease very quickly. After only two lessons I feel I have learned so much and I am now very confident when I pick up the guitar. I can do nothing other than recommend Aiden to anybody wishing to learn the guitar, More...
Reply from Aidan Bricker
Thank you so much for the kind review Martin. You have made a huge amount of progress in the short time we've been working together, and I am really looking forward to seeing how you continue to improve over the coming weeks and months 😁
Howard
Guitar Lessons
Amazing, friendly and very patient would recommend instantly!!!
Reply from Aidan Bricker
Thank you so much Howard - you're off to a brilliant start and I'm very excited to be working with you! 😁
Abdullateef
Guitar Lessons
I’ve been really improving a lot since I‘ve started having lesson with Aidan 🤘🏻 He’s the best! 😌
Reply from Aidan Bricker
Thank you so much Abdullateef - you are playing brilliantly and progressing so quickly, and I'm very excited to see you continue to improve! 😁
Claire
Guitar Lessons
Such a genuine friendly guy. Teaching my son (9yrs) beginners guitar and. Aidan is patient supportive and encouraging and I would highly recommend him to teach whatever stage of guitar you play at. I’ve even learned and I’m just watching my son! More...
Reply from Aidan Bricker
Thank you Claire - I really appreciate your kind words. I have so much fun teaching your son and I am very happy that I can be part of his (and your!) learning journey. I can't wait to see how he improves over the coming weeks and months.
Michael
Guitar Lessons
I reached out to Aidan to assist me with giving my playing some new life and soul.
I come from a background of playing pure technical styles for over a decade but struggled with really focusing on theory and emotion.
Within a few sessions Aidan had me stepping outside of my comfort zone - and thank god he did - I can only describe this as being much needed and overdue. I've already noticed the difference in playing, being more relaxed, melodic and taking more of a rhythmic approach to my playing than before... Members of my household have even commented stating they really like what I've been playing and how my style has more emotion and a less mechanical feeling.
If you're looking for someone who is going to push you to be a better guitarist, emotionally, technically, style wise... Aidan is the guy to do just this.
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Reply from Aidan Bricker
Thank you so much Michael - I really enjoy our lessons and it has been great to see the huge changes you have made in your playing style. I'm feeling very excited to continue on the journey with you!
Leo
Guitar Lessons
Aidan is an absolutely fantastic teacher. He really listens to your playing and gives extremely well thought out and constructive feedback. His teaching style is also really really well-suited to bringing your playing to the next level. I would happily recommend to anyone! More...
Reply from Aidan Bricker
Thank you so much Leo - I really appreciate it. You are a killer guitarist and it's been great to see the continued improvements you make each week!
Dominic
I’ve recently taken up lessons with Aidan and have seen a huge improvement in my playing from just two sessions. He’s friendly, encouraging and inspiring - everything you need from a guitar teacher. I’ve found him to be flexible, always catering to my individual needs. He has begun providing me with direction and structure, something I’ve lacked as I’ve previously been self taught. I can’t wait to carry on my journey with him! More...
Reply from Aidan Bricker
Thank you so much Dominic. I've very much enjoyed our lessons together and it has been brilliant to see how quickly you are progressing. I'm really looking forward to continue working with you and to see your playing go to the next level!
John
Guitar Lessons
I like Aidans approach & we've agreed to give it a go & see how we gel together 😎
Reply from Aidan Bricker
Hi John, Thank you so much for the kind words, I really appreciate them. I have enjoyed our chats greatly so far and I am very much looking forward to working with you 😁 Best wishes, Aidan
Oliver Bates
Guitar Lessons
If Carlsberg did guitar teachers! I played guitar in my 20s but work and family distracted me from practicing regularly.
Aiden has really helped me re-learn and progress my playing.
We have a weekly 1 hour (online) session working through everything from theory to electric and acoustic songs. The follow up is amazing, Aiden takes time to send detailed 'homework' and tailored video tutorials explaining complicated sections. You honestly cant ask for more.
Highly recommended !
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Reply from Aidan Bricker
Hi Ollie, Thanks so much for the kind words, they really mean a lot. I've been enjoying our lessons so much and I can't wait to see the progress that you make over the coming weeks and months! :) Cheers, Aidan
Namrata
Guitar Lessons
Really engaging conversations so far with Aidan. My son enjoyed a pre session chat with him which made us choose him over others. Really looking forward to starting the lessons next week. More...
Reply from Aidan Bricker
Thanks so much for the kind words Namrata, they really mean a lot. It has been great chatting with you and I'm very much looking forward to starting the lessons with your son next week!
What do you love most about your job?
I have played the guitar since I was 12 years old. I have been playing guitar for the last 20 years and have been playing and studying the blues seriously for about 10 of those years.
I got hooked on the genre the first time I heard Stevie Ray Vaughan. I had already been playing the guitar for a couple of years – but hearing those first Stevie Ray records sparked an interest in the blues that has since turned into a deep love and passion for the genre.
Shortly after I discovered musicians like B.B. King (who I was lucky enough to see live towards the end of his career!), Gary Moore, Eric Clapton, Rory Gallagher, Peter Green and countless others. And since then I have dedicated most of my musical focus to studying the styles and techniques of these great guitarists.
I have a deep passion and love for the blues and enjoy nothing more than helping others get more from their guitar practice and playing.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I have been passionate about guitar playing and blues and blues-rock music for most of my life. Having said that, for almost 4 years I rarely picked up my guitar. I was one of the founding members of a fast growing start up company, that took over my life.
After 4 years I decided that it was time to reconnect with what I really cared about, and so I started my own business. I want to help others achieve their aims and goals as guitarists, and to spread the good vibes of the blues.
Why should our clients choose you?
I really care about helping others achieve their goals. Over the last 3 years I have given hundreds of my hours for free to help others learn and develop as guitarists.
When we work together, you get my full support. If you have question about any of the material we cover, just send me a WhatsApp or an email and I will respond straight away. I also put together printable PDF worksheets for all of our lessons, so you have all of the material to hand.
I take a relaxed but focused approach which will ensure you get results, and have a lot of fun along the way!
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Yes - all of my sessions are run online via Zoom or Google Meet. All you need is a device like a laptop or tablet and a decent internet connection and you're good to go!
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
My sessions are run online and so there is no physical interaction that would put anyone at risk of Covid-19
Guitar Coaching Sessions
I offer 1-2-1 guitar coaching sessions. These are totally bespoke to you and based on your current playing level and goals.
After each session, I send across a detailed follow up including videos, tabs and audio files. I also offer full support in between sessions for any questions you might have to ensure that you don't get stuck and continue to make rapid progress.
