Songwriting Lessons and Artist Development
I write and perform my own songs, and I can help you write and finish yours. Whether you have a notebook of lyrics, a voice memo of a melody or a handful of songs you want to play live, we work on it together, at your pace.
Enquire about songwriting
What we can work on
- Lyrics and melody
- Chords and song structure
- Finishing songs you have started
- Arranging your songs for guitar and voice
- Performing your own material with confidence
- Building a set and getting ready to play live
Why learn songwriting with me
I've played and recorded as a solo artist, in a duo (LOZT) and in bands including The Kazans, KOasis and The Retuners. I've performed in California, Wroclaw and on New Zealand's South Island, opened for James Morrison at Down Hall in 2019, and played more than 400 weddings. Artist development draws on all of that experience.
How it works
I come to you, anywhere within 20 miles of Stansted. Lessons can be one-to-one or in a small group, and 30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes long. Get in touch to talk through what you want to work on.
1. Send an enquiry
Say whether it is guitar, singing or songwriting, your level, and what you want to work on.
2. I come to you
Lessons happen at your home, or a space that suits you, anywhere within 20 miles of Stansted. One-to-one or in a small group.
3. Get in touch
Get in touch to talk through what you want to work on.
What students and parents say
“We’ve had an amazing experience with Tom My husband and 8 year old daughter have been taking guitar lessons with him, I would definitely highly recommend him! Very professional and a very good teacher”
“My son is a beginner at guitar and is really enjoying his lessons with Tom. Great patience and care shown with him.”
“We’ve been working with Tom for a short time, but even in this period we’ve seen a clear improvement in our 7-year-old daughter’s singing and confidence. He is patient, encouraging, and great with children. We’re happy to continue working with him and would definitely recommend him.”
Songwriting and artist development
Ask a question or book a lesson. Tell Tom where you would like to learn.
Prefer email? tom@tomrydermusic.com
Prefer to call? 07739 469321