Work With Me

I've spent the last twenty years writing songs, recording records, performing across the UK and Europe, and helping other musicians develop their craft.

Whether you're picking up a guitar for the first time, finishing an album, or trying to write your next song, I offer practical, creative support tailored to where you are right now.

Guitar Lessons

Relaxed, enjoyable lessons for adults and children.

I teach complete beginners through to experienced players looking to develop their technique, songwriting, improvisation, recording skills or musical confidence.

Lessons are always tailored to the student. Some people want to learn their favourite songs. Others want to understand music theory, improve their singing, prepare for grades or start writing their own material.

The goal is simple: to help you enjoy making music and keep progressing.

£45 per hour

£36 for 45 minutes

£26 for 30 minutes

Songwriting Mentoring

Writing songs can be exciting, frustrating and deeply personal.

Sometimes all you need is an experienced pair of ears.

I work with songwriters at every stage of the process, helping to develop ideas, strengthen lyrics, improve melodies, shape arrangements and overcome creative blocks.

Whether you're writing your first song or preparing material for release, I can help you move your songs closer to their full potential.

£45 per hour

Production & Recording

I offer production, recording and creative development for artists and songwriters.

This might involve producing a track from scratch, helping you arrange songs, recording vocals and instruments, or providing feedback and guidance throughout a project.

My approach is collaborative and artist-focused. The aim is never to make your music sound like somebody else. It's to help uncover what makes your music uniquely yours.

Projects are quoted individually depending on scope and budget.

Why Work With Me?

As well as teaching and producing, I continue to write, record and perform my own music as DG Solaris.

My songs have been featured by Rolling Stone, MOJO and The Line of Best Fit, and I've spent years performing intimate concerts and supporting artists across the UK and Europe.

Working with an active musician means you'll receive practical, real-world guidance rooted in the realities of writing, recording and performing music today.

Interested?

Get in touch and tell me a little about what you're working on. I'd love to hear from you.

I hold an enhanced DBS certificate.

I teach students of all ages from 6 years and upwards.

I am based in Rode, Somerset/Wiltshire area, near Frome, Bradford-on-Avon, Trowbridge, Southwick, Bath, Bristol.

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