Finally Play Guitar The Way You Always Wanted To
Private guitar lessons in Orlando for adults —
in-home or online
Hi, I'm Tom Johns ALCM, a professional guitar teacher based in Downtown Orlando (ZIP code 32806).
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100,000+ YouTube subscribers on my 2 guitar channels
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Professional Performance Diploma — London College of Music
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25+ years of playing experience
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10 years of full-time teaching students ranging from absolute beginners to Berklee graduates and professional musicians worldwide
My focus is on getting adults playing guitar the way they've always wanted to.
Adults learn differently to children — you have context, you have taste, you know the music you love.
I've found lessons built around music you love will get results faster than any one-size-fits-all curriculum.
My speciality is getting students who have been playing for a few years to make rapid progress.
James went from 20-year plateau → Breakthrough progress in months
"I was playing in a band but felt stuck. Working with Tom has opened up a whole new range of skills I wasn't using before. I'm not just playing anymore I'm actually understanding what I'm doing."
Mara went from complete beginner → creating her own music
"Starting to take guitar lessons in my mid-thirties felt daunting at first but it's one of the best decisions I have made"
Who I Work With
Whether you are brand new to guitar or coming back after a long break, I've got you covered
Beginner Guitar Lessons
Never picked up a guitar, or had a few lessons years ago and stopped? I'll get you playing real music quickly — no boring drills, no wasted time.
Intermediate Guitar Coaching
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Been playing for a few years but feel stuck? Breaking through the intermediate plateau is what I specialise in! I'll identify exactly what's holding you back and get you moving again fast.
Advanced & Returning Players
Experienced player after a long break, or want to take your playing to the next level? I'll identify exactly where you are, build you a clear plan, and get you there fast.
Group Clinics
(Coming Soon)
Structured group sessions for adult players — learn alongside others at a similar level, build confidence, and start making music together. Starting in Summer 2026.
Tommy went from beginner → progressing faster than friends who've played for years
"Techniques he's shared in a few months that my friends who've played guitar for years don't know — because they only learned from YouTube."
Student Transformations
Some students join bands. Others gain the confidence to play for friends, family, or themselves — the point is, they feel good enough to share their music if they want to
Mark went from decades of bedroom noodling → Playing confidently with others
"Tom figured out where the gaps were and I learned a lot in a short time"
Courtney went from absolute beginner
→ playing in a band
"Tom has been an excellent support. It's been a brilliant experience"
Marty went from experienced guitarist after long hiatus → Soloing confidently across entire neck
"Tom quickly figured out what I need to do...and built me a plan"
Ian went from absolute beginner on guitar→ playing advanced folk guitar with other guitarists
"I would encourage everyone to join his lessons"
"I am 47 and have been playing for over 30 years and have made more meaningful progress in the last couple of months than I have in the last couple of years"
Sean
"For so many years I invested in books, charts, apps, and tabs - but what I lacked all the time was a great music teacher like Tom"
Arthur
"I was nervous but Tom made me feel at ease immediately. I love to play and gain music theory."
Sarah
FAQ
Any other questions? Get in Touch
I am based in Downtown Orlando (32806).
I do in-home lessons for the following ZIP codes 32789, 32801, 32802, 32803, 32804, 32805, 32806, 32807, 32808, 32809, 32811, 32812, 32819, 32839. Get in touch for custom quotes outside these ZIP codes.
I serve students online throughout Central Florida, including Downtown Orlando, Thornton Park, College Park, Baldwin Park, Mills 50, Audubon Park, Winter Park, Maitland, Lake Eola, Lake Baldwin, Colonialtown, Milk District, Ivanhoe Village, Lake Nona, Avalon Park, UCF area, Dr. Phillips, Windermere, and Metrowest.
Any other questions?
- Give me a call or text at (407) 310-8549
- Email me at tom@theorlandoguitarteacher.com