Chris Ostler

Chris has been a great teacher and helped me improve my guitar and bass playing, as well as teaching me the fundamentals of recording and production. He's great at explaining and pays attention to your needs. More...

I started working with Chris in 2020 for music theory. He was an amazing teacher and gave me a lot of amazing resources that stepped up my song writing. We ended up switching into music mixing and production which seriously changed my life. I don’t think I would have been accepted into my dream music school if I hadn’t been working with Chris. If you’re looking for someone to help you improve your music all around, Chris is an amazing teacher and collaborator! I feel very lucky to have been mentored by him. More...

Chris is a fantastic mentor and all-round great guy. There would without a doubt be huge gaps in my music knowledge without him.

Taught me for an amazing 10 years!! Throughout that entire time he managed to both be fun and functional whilst also being able to ensure i actually practice properly. Even though his band is touring at phenomenal venues around the world, he still finds time to prepare for each lesson. The perfect teacher and thanks for a fun 10 years of guitar ! More...

I’ve worked with Chris for just under a year now, and I feel so much more confident with my songwriting! He’s always welcoming to new ideas, and has really helped to me to elevate how my music is sounding. He’s really brilliant to work with and would 100% recommend!

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Exceptional Guitar Teacher
I am delighted to share my experience of using Chris Ostler to teach my teenage daughter to play the guitar. As the lead guitarist of the incredibly successful indie band “Black Honey”, Chris brings a level of expertise and passion to his teaching that is truly exceptional.
As well as being a highly skilled professional, Chris has a unique ability to connect with his students. His teaching style is a perfect balance of professionalism and engagement, creating a dynamic where learning is a truly enjoyable experience.
One of the aspects that sets Chris apart is his willingness to tailor the lessons to my daughter's interests. He not only teaches all the essential skills, but also allows her to actively participate in choosing the songs she wants to learn. This personalised approach has accelerated her learning and continues to foster a genuine love of playing the guitar.
Chris's passion for music is infectious and it's clear that he genuinely cares about nurturing the next generation of musicians. As a parent, I couldn't be happier to see my daughter not only excel in her guitar skills, but also enjoy the learning process.
In my daughter's words – “Chris gives me clear explanations and provides easy to read sheet music. He is friendly and fun and makes me want to learn more!”
If you're looking for a guitar teacher who is not only a master of the craft, but also a joy to learn from, then I wholeheartedly recommend Chris. I have no doubt that he would be an excellent choice for anyone wishing to learn the guitar. More...

I started working with Chris during Covid and we’ve never looked back. To work with a gigging, recording, classically trained professional is a treat every week. He’s taken my music and understanding to levels I couldn't have dreamt of. He can help with anything music related and he’s the perfect collaborator. Knows so many people in the industry and his stories are absolutely epic. His band is one of my all time favourites so to get to do music with a hero is amazing. He can really help with everything, we’ve talked guitars and theory, but mainly music production and songwriting. His production and mixing is fantastic. He’s a proper mentor and the perfect teacher. Best of all we have a right laugh when we’re doing it More...

From a beginner stage I’ve been working with Chris for 2 years and I’ve seen a massive improvement in not only my technical ability but also music theory. These are skills I could never have learned alone and appreciate Chris’ patience during this time!

He’s also been super flexible when given enough notice if I have to rearrange sessions online due to clashes.

Whatever stage you’re at I’d recommend Chris to help take you to the next level. More...

Chris is a reliable and affable teacher, creating a good rapport with his students. He is enthusiastic with an extensive supply of resources and materials. Working with our three-student group, he is very good at catering for different types of learners within the same lesson. He is able to adapt the lessons to different learning needs and speeds and quickly responds to any difficulties or queries. He is a great communicator, approachable and very easy to talk to, and a fun sense of humour, making lessons light and enjoyable. More...

My kids have been learning how to play guitar with Chris for about 3 years now. They enjoy his lessons & particularly his company as he is such a genuine person showing interest in both their guitar playing development & their lives generally. His style is calm, gentle & encouraging, following the kids musical interests. He finds out what they want to learn to play but if that draws a blank he is also happy to lead them & provide inspo. He rocks too ! Exuding rock ‘n’ roll & yet is an absolute sweetheart, a brilliant roll model whom we welcome into our home each week & thoroughly recommend ! More...

I am a beginner at guitar and recently started guitar lessons with Chris. His positive way of teaching really makes it easy to stay motivated. He is professional, passionate, supporting and a lot of fun. More...

Chris has been teaching our teenage daughter for a couple of years, he is professional, personable and flexible, and builds the lessons around what she wants to do (now grades - she got a distinction). Would highly recommend.

I couldn’t of found a better guitar teacher for my son. Chris is not only a fantastic guitarist but has a natural aptitude with kids. Finley loves his lessons and has progressed amazingly with his guitar all thanks to Chris and his positive fun approach. More...

Chris has been teaching my son guitar for almost 10 years now, and has been a fantastic mentor for him. He is very flexible and will teach whatever the student wants to learn, whether it's a new song each week, or more recording and production. He has up to date knowledge of the industry, being a great guitarist and in a band.
Chris is professional and reliable, and has helped boost my son's confidence and ability. I would recommend him as a tutor at any level. More...