Guitar Lessons Leeds: for Kids, Teens & Adults

Most guitar lessons make practice feel like homework

I’ve been teaching guitar lessons in Leeds since 2014.

Instead of sending children home to “get it right”, they master their music during lessons. They go home confident, not confused.

"My daughter had guitar lessons at school for over two years and could only play one song... now confident enough to play in a band and also writes her own songs, an amazing turnaround."

Selina Cleasby Parent, Leeds - via Google

"My 11 year old son has been having lessons with Chris for nearly 5 years and still enjoy going every week."

Nick Smith Parent, Leeds - via Google

"...She has never stuck with anything except this, she really enjoys her lessons, Chris makes it fun and easy to understand."

Lisa Kennally Parent, Leeds - via Google

Hi, I'm Chris.

I help children & teens go from complete beginner to playing the music they love.

With a song-based approach, my guitar lessons in Leeds have been described as “very tailored”, “fun and very practical”, and “clear and easy to practise from”.

Getting started is easy: Book a trial lesson for £20, fully refunded when you attend.

£20 deposit, refunded when you attend

"My son had been learning guitar for some time but didn't seem to be making any progress. After just a few weeks with Chris his confidence and ability have improved substantially. I would have no hesitation in recommending Chris as a great tutor with a truly effective teaching system."

Geoff Bown Parent, Leeds - via Google

Who I teach

Every child follows a personalised learning plan, based around their goals and musical preferences.

Guitar Lessons for Kids & Teens

Learning guitar should be fun, not frustrating. Kids love my Accelerator lessons! I truly believe any child can play guitar, with the right approach.

Guitar Lessons for Adults

My adult beginner guitar course teaches you the skills you need to start playing real songs from day one. Including your own favourites.

Why choose me for guitar lessons in Leeds?

Many teachers or music schools take the traditional approach: show a child what to do in the lesson, and tell them to practise at home to get it right.

I can help your child finish their music in the lesson, so they don’t struggle with practice at home.

Whether you’re a parent, a complete beginner, or you’ve been playing for years, I’d love to help. Get in touch to book a trial lesson.

£20 deposit, refunded when you attend

Song-based guitar tuition in Leeds.
Modern practice tools at home.

About Chris

Track Record

I’ve been teaching guitar lessons in Leeds since 2014. On a typical teaching week, I see over 40 guitar students, from kids & teenagers to retirees.

Many of my students have gone on to perform on stage, record their own songs, or pass grades with flying colours.

Teaching Approach

A typical guitar lesson elsewhere is just 30 minutes, and a lot of that goes on watching, listening, and being told what to practise at home.

My sessions include more time for students to finish their music in the lesson, so they have a much better chance of success at home.

Performing & recording

My love of the guitar has taken me from a small town in South Yorkshire, to stages and studios across the UK.

As a guitarist, my playing has been on BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 6 music, Radio X, BT Sport, a Netflix series and an ITV series.

Guitar Lessons Leeds Location

My studio is conveniently located at Cardigan Mills, Leeds LS4 2BL. It’s a spacious and comfortable dedicated teaching room, with excellent facilities.

My studio has:

Plenty of Free parking
Customer toilets
Heating & air conditioning
Spare instruments
Natural light
Food & shopping nearby

£20 deposit, refunded when you attend

Where is Cardigan Mills?

Cardigan Mills is in Kirkstall/Burley, Leeds. It’s just next to the Cardigan Fields leisure park, off Kirkstall Road.

Bus stops on the A65 are just a few minutes away, and Burley Park train station is a 20 minute stroll away.

Not local to Leeds? Many of my students successfully learn online. I also have online courses available at chrismortonguitar.com

Google reviews

      
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   Daryl Best 
 86 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris is a fantastic teacher who has been brilliant and patient. The home learning online environment he has also created is great for keeping the lessons going outside the classroom.
  
 
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   Paulo Nobre 
 109 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 🎸 Updating my review after another year with Chris, and honestly the lessons have levelled up even more. The new location is great and the recent online tools—progress tracker, scheduling, ear‑training, rhythm practice, chord‑change and scale trainers—make practising so much easier and more structured without losing the fun.

I can see my progress clearly now, and everything is tailored to the indie/alt style I love. Chris is a supportive and flexible teacher, and the new system just makes the whole experience even better. Highly recommend.

After a year of trying to learn guitar on my own, finding Chris made all the difference. He helped bring structure to my practice without making it feel rigid, always adapting to how I learn and the kind of music I love—especially indie and alternative. Using songs I actually enjoy playing kept me motivated and made lessons and practise feel fun instead of like a chore. Chris got a great mix of practical know-how and theory, and he only dives deeper when it’s helpful or when I ask—never overwhelming. In just one year, I’ve come so far, and I’m genuinely excited to keep improving. If you’re into indie, alt, or just want someone who’s supportive, flexible, and really knows their stuff, I couldn’t recommend him more.
  
 
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   Mike Perkin 
 139 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent tutor. Chris has managed to teach me how to play a guitar despite me being totally tuneless. Every lesson is very engaging and you leave Chris feeling that you are achieving something new. Once again an excellent tutor.
  
 
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   Sallyanne Phillips 
 179 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My 8 year old boy started only a few months ago and loves the leassons and Chris' teaching methods and engagement and has already progressed from zero to beginner level 2A. He's always buzzing afterwards and full of tunes!
  
 
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   Lee Adams 
 180 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My daughter has been taking guitar lessons here for 6 weeks (one hour a week) and she absolutely loves it! She had never played before, but she’s already picking it up really quickly thanks to her teacher. He’s such a nice, patient guy and makes the lessons so much fun. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Molly Croft 
 238 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can not recommend Chris enough, if you find that learning in a more conventional, sometimes rigid way doesn't suit you then this is definitely the class for you. Chris has such a good instinct to know the best way to help you progress in guitar, whether it is more theory based or hands on, or anywhere in between he will make sure he tailors it to you as an individual. From my experience as a visual and hands on learner, he really knew how to help me learn, and is so easy going as a teacher, that you don't feel under pressure. Learning is fun, but you do still get the results for sure. 10/10 would recommend.
  
 
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   Roxy Casement 
 242 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My 9 year old daughter has been having electric guitar lessons with Chris for over 6 months now and thoroughly enjoys it. She's learning to read music (better than I ever could!) and is doing really well. Chris is very patient and teaches in a very calm manner, and seems to be able to get the best from his students. Happy with my daughters progress and hoping she'll continue for years to come.
  
 
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   Laura Smith 
 242 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 100% recommend. My son had not previously played an instrument or had any musical experience before attending Chris’s setting yet he has made exceptional progress quickly under Chris’s teaching. His style is friendly and encouraging, is supported by great equipment as well as an amazing programme of learning developed by Chris himself. Chris has gone above and beyond with making sure my son progresses including playing my son’s favourite songs to maintain engagement and provide encouragement. He also helped me choose a guitar that was right for my son when I had no idea what I was looking for.   Most importantly my son feels safe and comfortable with Chris, and as a parent I feel the same.
  
 
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   Jamie White 
 332 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris has been a fantastic guitar tutor for me over the past couple of years. He's taught me a range of different techniques and playing styles to help me improve drastically and really enjoy playing the styles of music that I've always loved.
  
 
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   Andy Beetham 
 337 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris is a great teacher and has ignited a love for playing guitar with my 9 year old son. The method really suits his development as he immediately is playing along with his favourite, recognisable songs which keeps him interested. I would highly recommend Chris as a teacher.