Neighbour Note

John is very friendly, flexible and an extremely talented and gifted musician/teacher. He has made it fun and easy for me to learn the guitar as an adult. I would highly recommend him!

John is incredibly knowledgeable, kind and patient with my daughter (who is a chatter box). She really enjoys her lessons and he has instilled the love of guitar in her! Highly recommend John as a teacher and the Neighbour note!

John is an amazing teacher! My sister and I take weekly ukulele lessons with John and we love him. Always encouraging, explains things in a way we get it and we always have a good laugh. He's the best!

I'm really pleased to be working with John on expanding my understanding of music theory and harmony. In addition to his knowledge and expertise in this area, John brings a high level of positive encouragement and support. I look forward to continue working with him.

I have been taking guitar lessons with John for two months. Even though I started out with no prior experience, I appreciated that from the very beginning John's lessons are structured to teach you new chords that you can use to play songs you know. Lessons are fun and John sprinkles bits of music theory throughout, always thoughtfully and patiently answering my questions. Thank you, John!

I started taking guitar lessons with John at neighborhood note as an adult with some prior experience. He has been very patient and has structured lessons in accordance with my interests, while making lessons engaging and fun. I really look forward to lessons, and enjoy the readings and practice given as homework. I especially appreciate that he sends videos explaining thing we went over in lessons, which really help to solidify concepts.

I’ve been playing guitar for 10+ years but have been in a progress plateau for a while. I decided I wanted to improve (and wanted an after work hobby!) and found Neighbour Note. Working with John has been such a pleasure! He’s patient, laidback, and explains the theory behind what we’re learning in an easy to understand way. I’ve most definitely noticed an improvement in my finger picking skills and an increase in confidence which is exactly what I wanted! Definitely recommend Neighbour Note to anyone at any skill level.

Honestly the best music lessons I’ve had compared to other places. I worked with John and he was always patient and kind during the learning process. He’s an easy person to ask questions, always corrected my technique, gave out easy short videos to follow for homework, was always flexible for rescheduling (make up lessons), and had a fast contact response. He helped me orient my personal style of playing and didn’t push any specific style onto me. I walked in knowing nothing about guitar and after I left I understood my way around the instrument (to where I could learn songs on my own). He made the lessons fun and he was always a great teacher.Thanks John!

The studio itself is newly renovated/designed with love/well kept and clean. John is v patient and his love of music is infectious and evident in his teaching style. We are lucky to have him as an instructor and look forward to music lessons weekly!

Really worthwhile - would definitely recommend. My daughter started at 6 (now 7) with John and her progress and enthusiasm have been amazing. Location is welcoming, rates are reasonable, and John has been a fun and friendly introduction to the piano.