The Students

Artem Arustamov

Age 29 · plays since By myself and not very successfuly – since 2019; with Malcolm – since 2022

“Great fun! I really like that everything Malcolm teaches is very well orginized, structured and all the new topics are build upon previous lessons. During a year studying guitar with Malcolm I’ve learned much more then for several years learning on my own”

Into All kinds of Rock, Blues, Jazz, Metal · plays Squier telecaster · dream axe: Something with a weird shape and even weirder colours Current band : n/a Previous bands : n/a.

Ettore Caracci

Age 10 · plays since Oct 2020

“Nice, fun time.”

Into Rock, pop and metal · plays Crafter HM-100 · dream axe: Not been playing long, will start dreaming later :).

Kym Marquis-Lee

Age 26 · plays since a while ago!

“Great fun! Malcolm is hilarious and extremely talented. He teaches you to have confidence in yourself and before you know it you’ll be playing like a pro!”

Into Rock, pop, acoustic, trad, country, folk… the list goes on! · plays Acoustic Dreadnought · dream axe: A pink acoustic-electric guitar! · also Piano & drums.

Michael Ahimah

Age 40 · plays since July 2019

“Efficient, comprehensive, easy to follow and enjoyable.”

Into Rock, soul, funk, folk, blues and metal · plays Fender DG-5CE Guitar · dream axe: Prince’s guitar 🙂 · also My creativity 🙂 · band: waiting for me to be good yet :).

Matthew Benjamin

Age 34 · plays since Early 2000s

“He’s experienced, knows how to teach, can have fun & has a good selection of tea :)”

Into Bit of everything really inc. stuff Malcolm suggests · plays Cordoba GK Studio · dream axe: I don’t think guitars are like axes 🙂 · also Fender Jazz Bass.

Kelly Whiting

Age 29 · plays since Piano on and off since age 5 and choir since age 8, guitar only recently.

“Malcolm is a really great teacher and with his guidance, my guitar skills have developed so much since beginning lessons with him. His method of teaching also sets you up for success, while being as efficient as possible to get the more boring stuff (theory/technique) learned quickly so you can do the fun stuff of playing fun songs or even making your own music. Getting to understand the theory behind the music made things so much easier too. I started off just wanting to learn to play songs, but now I’m gaining the knowledge to sit down and one day be able to understand any piece of music and come up with my own solos. Definitely better than struggling along with youtube videos! I’d highly recommend lessons with Malcolm. The adjustment to online lessons during Covid has also gone really smoothly!”

Into Everything really · plays Taylor Mini GS · dream axe: An electric acoustic · also Piano & voice · band: currently a member of the London City Voices choir.

Aaron Brice

Age 10 · plays since 2007

“Just brilliant!”

Into All types · plays Acoustic concert uke · dream axe: An electric uke · also My swagga 🙂 · band: Never been in a band.

Paul Case

Age 33 · plays since Formally since early 2019

“Malcolm is a very structured teacher. I learn a ton each lesson and it’s clear he has a huge amount of knowledge and skill.”

Into Folk, Rock, Punk, Indie, Metal etc · plays Les Paul Classic · dream axe: I am a practical guy, I don’t dream 🙂 · also Blackstar 60W Amp · band: I wish!.

Aydin Arif

Age 31 · plays since 2007

“Very fun and enjoyable, learning new things every time without knowing.”

Into 80s rock n metal · plays Westfield bass · dream axe: Dean John entwistle bass · also Red sub amp bass amp bp150 · band: Never been in a band.

Jaxon

Age 9 · plays since Jan 2017

“Interesting! He likes to keep me on my toes!”

Into Rock, Indie, Grunge · plays Squier by Fender & LA guitar · dream axe: Gibson Les Paul Gold · also Fender 20g amp, Zoom G3xn multi effects pedal, Blackstar FLY mini amp · band: Solo.

Alex Hawkes

Age 33 · plays since I’ve been playing in bands since I was a teenager, but only started studying music over a year ago with Malcolm

“Malcolm’s lessons are never dull! He brings bags of enthusiasm to our lessons (think Jack Black’s character from School of Rock) which he balances with discipline and knowledge (think Mr Miyagi from Karate Kid). He’s helped me gain a better understanding of music and brought far more structure to my guitar playing.”

Into Alternative, indie, psychedelia, & some jazz · plays Yamaha acoustic, Fender Stratocaster & Fender Jazz bass · dream axe: Fender Telecaster · also A Line 6 amp with some fun built-in effects · band: I currently play in a band with friends, but we’ve not achieved anything of any substance… yet!.

Lucasz

Age 34 · plays since May 2018

“I learn new things with each lesson, which is the most important thing for me.”

Into rock, folk, classic, blues, electronic, ambient, too many to list · plays Yamaha F310 acoustic.

Joel Whittlesea

Age 8 · plays since January 2016

“Malcolm is a dedicated teacher. He looks for ways to engage students and stimulate their interests in music. My son had lessons from quite a young age, and the thought that went into teaching methods and techniques meant the lessons were never boring. I really believe Malcolm is passionate about helping his students to succeed and enjoy learning.”

Into All sorts – from Coldplay to Taylor Swift, Leona Lewis to Bruno Mars · plays Concert Ukulele · dream axe: Electric uke.

Joe “Slow motion hand” Ardini

Age 39 · plays since 2018

“Malcolm is a very knowledgeable teacher and at the same time he is able to keep you focus on your career path, regardless you want to be a campfire guitarist or a top guitar player. Super cool teacher, but not as cool as me! But who is? I am cooler than all Westminster Parliament put together :D”

Into My twin brother Joe Satriani · plays Epiphone Les Paul Slash edition · dream axe: Gibson Les Paul · also My sunglasses 🙂 · band: Joe Ardini and the Remainers.

Anita Majumda

Age the question ladies do not answer 🙂 · plays since A while

“Malcolm is an excellent teacher – really committed to helping me learn and master the instrument. Definitely no shortcuts with this guy!!”

Into Rock, Blues, Punk anything with loud driving guitars · plays Ibanez RG and Epiphones · dream axe: 1959 Les Paul Gold · also Keyboard, Drums, Uke, bass, sitar · band: Anita Maj.

Hidayat

Age 22 · plays since May 2018

“Pretty direct and straight to the point! By the time you know it you’ll realise you’ve actually learned something!”

Into Indie Rock, Indie Pop, R&B, Funk · plays Squier Jazz Bass · dream axe: Fender Precision or Jazz Bass · also My fingers 🙂 · band: Me, myself and I.

Nancy Booker

Age 14 · plays since Jan 2013

“Malcolm is a very patient teacher who has taught me a lot and helped me through 7 exams.”

Into Punk, Glam and Rock · plays Fender Strat, Epiphone Les Paul & Epiphone Hummingbird · dream axe: A higher end Fender Strat · also Boss ME25 & guitar amps.

Peter Copper

Age 27 · plays since Jan 2018

“He is a great teacher who genuinely wants you to improve. His lessons are always well structured and fun.”

Into Hip hop, house, rock n roll, reggae…… · plays Washburn acoustic · dream axe: I already own it · also Guitar stand :).

Top Shagga King HeroKey

Age 13 · plays since Oct 2017

“Malcolm is a top man!”

Into Rap Alternative Rock · plays Epiphone Les Paul Special Vintage Edition · dream axe: Fender Pine Cone Strat · also Some Amp off some website · band: In one but it burned down in the fires of Top Shaggas..

Rob Cruz

Age 37 · plays since I was a little kid with a screechy violin

“Invigorating, fun, structured & progressive. Malcolm encourages me to practice – I’ve seen a lot of improvement and can now improvise and solo in a way I hadn’t thought I would be able to. I’ve found someone to jam with as a result of the encouragement, learning and confidence Malcolm has given me. I really also enjoy the group lessons – jamming the blues in the park with Malcolm and my fellow students on a sunny evening was a great feeling.”

Into Dirge metal, stoner rock, grunge and …… Lana del Rey · plays Beautiful red and black Gibson SG, & an acoustic · dream axe: Would like an extensive collection!! · also Blackstar amp & an unpleasant companion pedal · band: Jamming with a drummer.

William “Lazer” Ayerst

Age 31 · plays since 2012

“Malcolm really knows his stuff, and often the reasons behind certain exercises and techniques aren’t immediately obvious, in short order they are thrown into sharp relief with a ‘Gotcha!’ moment. He’s constantly working with me at a challenging level, but not one which goes beyond my level of comprehension. I’m thankful we got back on track after an interruption of studies and can’t recommend him more highly.”

Into Classic Heavy Metal, Stoner Rock, 50’s Jazz & Romantic-era Classical · plays Gibson Explorer, Ibanez Saber, Fender Strat · dream axe: I’ve got them, honestly – maybe a Kemper Profiler 🙂 · also Orange Crush 120H Head, JHS AT pedal, MXR 5150 pedal · band: Eschatologist.

Paul Gill

Age 39 ….. but I play the ukulele to look younger 🙂 · plays since Feb 2016

“I’ve had teachers previously, but no-one even close to the experience of learning with Malcolm. He has a way of drawing the best from my ability whilst never making me feel like I’m out of my depth. Being able to also make my lessons fun without intimidating is a real skill – not many teachers/ people in day to day life have this ability, but Malcolm has it in spades, & I’d strongly suggest him to anyone serious about learning ukulele.”

Into Jazz, Rock, Funk, Classical, Soul & more · plays Brunswick Tenor Ukulele · dream axe: Fender 52 Tele Ukulele · also Mahalo Soprano Ukulele.

John Ford

Age 53 · plays since Piano since I was 9; guitar since 2015.

“Malcolm is a very good and enthusiastic teacher. He encourages students to express themselves and to enjoy playing, as well as making sure that the fundamentals of theory and technique are in place. My confidence in my guitar playing has increased enormously in just 9 months of lessons.”

Into More than can be listed here · plays Yamaha Acoustic · dream axe: I don’t dream of guitars, but after seeing Wishbone Ash in 1979, I’ve always liked the Gibson Flying V as played by Andy Powell · also Roland Piano and a Harmonica.

Charlie Walton

Age 8 · plays since January 2016

“I really like my lessons & it’s lots of fun. I like playing my uke rather than computer games.”

Into Justin Bieber, Lucas Graham, Michael Jackson · plays Soprano Ukulele.

Guus Hoovenaars

Age 37 · plays since 1998

“Brain-expanding!”

Into Florence & Machine, Bjork, Coldplay, Queen, Michael Jackson, Talking Heads, Robyn, Lykke Li, Missing Persons, Elton John, Blondie, The Arcade Fire, Petshop Boys, Bob Geldof, Lana del Rey, etc. · plays Fender Strat Deluxe, Eastwood Tuxedo, Larivee Om, Fender Precision Deluxe · dream axe: Got them all already 🙂 · also Vox AC30 · band: GM4K.

Claire Reynolds

Age 36 · plays since Jan 2018

“I really enjoy learning guitar with Malcolm, he explains things well to a newbie like me!”

Into Country, Pop · plays Acoustic guitar · dream axe: …let you know once I start daydreaming :).

Alex Gunn

Age 18 · plays since 2017

“He’s a great teacher – encourages organisation, independent learning and most importantly passion for music.”

Into Mostly various kinds of Metal, but also Rock, hard rock, and old-school punk etc · plays Yamaha Pacifica 112V · dream axe: Ibanez GIO (emerald burst) · also Stagg amplifier.

Karina Leigh

Age Jurassic 🙂 · plays since Forever, but seriously since earlier in 2018

“I find Malcolm a very tough and regimented teacher. But hey, if you really want to learn, that’s exactly the discipline you need. I’m not the best at keeping up with practice or homework but Malcolm’s never judgemental, always supportive and very adept at assessing what level I’m at and what I need to do next to improve. I keep up my lessons because I enjoy them and because Malcolm always makes me feel like I have the potential to be a good guitarist.”

Into Anything from Metallica to Simon & Garfunkel. Good guitaring essential. · plays Gibson Les Paul, Fender Strat, Takamine, Yamaha acoustics, too many guitars (said no-one, ever) · dream axe: Duesenberg Signature Series Johnny Depp Model because I’m mad about Johnny Depp · also Marshall/Peavey amps, Boss effects board · band: Awaiting a signing :).

Alex Achikeh

Age I live an amount of years in different dimensions 🙂 · plays since December 2015

“Malcolm has taught me how to praise Jesus in style 🙂 He is a great and passionate teacher. Our lessons are very enjoyable and he has given me a great musical foundation upon which to build on. I taught myself before Malcolm to a certain level but Malcolm has pushed me way beyond the level I was at before I met him :)”

Into Hillsong, Chris Tomlin, Kari Jobe, Planetshakers, Jimi Cravity, Cold Play · plays Martin D18 acoustic & Peavey Raptor Plus electric · dream axe: Gibson Les Paul Standard, and of course my Martin · also Fender BassBreaker 15, Fender Mustang II, Boss OD3 · band: Jesus & The Bare Angels :).

Graham Seabrook

Age 30 · plays since 15 years on and off

“Malcolm really understands what I want to learn and tailors the lessons to fit that.”

Into Metal · plays Ibanez with a pine finish · dream axe: Blue ESP Horizon · also Small amp · band: None at the moment.

Leondre Ansah

Age 15 · plays since 2014

“Very good teacher – I have learnt a lot!”

Into Pop music like Bruno Mars, Empire Music, Tiny Tempah · plays Acoustic guitar GearforMusic 8CJ, Mahalo Red Star soprano ukulele · dream axe: Electric guitar · also Yamaha electric organ.

Alex Priestley

Age Too old for the young, too young for the old · plays since 1990

“Top guy!”

Into U2, Coldplay, The Killers · plays Geddy Lee Jazz Bass · dream axe: 1960 Vintage Fender · also Korg Cube amp.

Henry Brewer

Age 11 · plays since Sept 2012

“My experience has been great – I have learnt a lot more with Malcolm than with my previous two teachers combined!”

Into AC/DC, Nirvana, Iron Maiden, Green Day · plays Fender Strat copy, Gibson SGJ, Jackson JS11 Dinky · dream axe: Gibson Les Paul Black Beauty · also Marshall MG100 amplifier.

Chris Roos

Age 31 · plays since Been playing for a good 15 years but only picked up studying in 2012.

“I really enjoy my lessons with Malcolm & the feeling of progress that I make. I am also preparing for RGT exams, which is helping me to guide my practice.”

Into A bit of anything & everything but guitarwise it is mostly percussive acoustic stuff. · plays Seagull S6 acoustic & Epiphone Casino electric · dream axe: A PRS · also Orange Crush amp.

Kemal “Spider” Suleyman

Age 31 · plays since 2005

“Malcolm makes learning fun & enjoyable, using his crazy humour to help remembering things much easier. Would highly recommend to others.”

Into Rock & alternative · plays Epiphone Les Paul Standard, Stagg Electric, Cort Electric · dream axe: A PRS & a Martin acoustic · also Fender Mustang 2 amp, Boss ME-70 Gtr Multi-FX Pedal.

Bastian Didier

Age 32 · plays since 2011

“Thanks!”

Into Post-Rock · plays Ovation semi-acoustic & Fretlight electric · dream axe: PRS.

Amit Chatterjee

Age 30 (but I tell the girls I am younger) · plays since 2 years alone, less than 1 with Malcolm

“Clearly explains technique & is patient with me when I do not do my homework. Overall, allows me to freely express myself to learn at the rate I am comfortable with.”

Into Rock & indie · plays Epiphone Gibson Les Paul Model · dream axe: A real authentic Gibson Les Paul · also A small guitar amp I am too shy to mention the model of 🙂 · band: I hope my pic shows I got the image to become any successful band’s guitarist of choice :).

George Stein

Age 52 · plays since 1967 (piano & trumpet)

“He taught me how to practice, how to improve my technique & how important it is to good playing! I am quite musical and I love being able to play better! I can feel myself improving – working with Malcolm is fun & rewarding!”

Into Everything, but especially classic rock, pop, jazz & classical music · plays Fairclough Acoustic River, Simon & Patrick Songsmith CW Burst A3T, Simon & Patrick Woodland 12 Spruce · dream axe: Gibson Les Paul Custom · also None yet, but I need a small amp soon.

Daniel Bellington

Age 28 · plays since 6 months

“Malcolm is easy-going & approachable. He makes lessons fun and interesting”

Into Various genres of music · plays Yamaha F310 · also Amp.

Ashley

Age 19 · plays since October 2011

“Malcolm is great fun – knows his stuff and even more his metal! That is exactly what I was looking in a guitar teacher”

Into Black metal, black/death, blackened folk metal · plays BC Rich Dagger · dream axe: Dean Razorback DB · also Boss Metal Zone mkII.

Matt Koss

Age What a rude question 🙂 · plays since Feb 2010

“Structured but fun! Been with him for over 2 yrs so that says something.”

Into Various Rock & Metal · plays My 1st cheapo Squire Start & a Takamine G-Series acoustic · dream axe: Not yet decided, PRS maybe · also Line 6 UX1.

Damilola Hassan

Age 21 · plays since 2011

“It is fun and interesting, and at a good pace.”

Into R & B, Dubstep, House & Hip-Hop · plays Eastwood LA-125 acoustic · dream axe: One with an interesting shape · also Keyboard.

Sid the Kid

Age 8 · plays since Oct 2010

“Awesome rockstar! I want to be like him.”

Into Justin Bieber and Indian music · plays Yamaha CS40 classic guitar · dream axe: Acoustic steel string · also Keyboards · band: I plan to be on stage once I am 20.

Marko Mosquera

Age 9 · plays since Sept 2010

“Malcolm teaches very well. He is very expressive so his class is always entertaining & never boring.”

Into Pop · plays Encore ENC36N Classic Guitar · dream axe: An electric guitar.

Stanley Temple

Age 15 · plays since a few years. With Malcolm since April 2010

“Hardworking but in a fun way!”

Into Rock & blues · plays Gibson SG & Fender Telecaster · dream axe: A Fender Jagstang · also A Blackstar amp · band: no name yet.

Pavan Kumar

Age 38 · plays since Guitar since Oct 2010

“Wonderful teacher! Very passionate for music and patient with my slow learning.”

Into Indian, Classical & film soundtracks. · plays Yamaha FG700MS · dream axe: An even better acoustic · also Maxim MX25-181 keyboard · band: Plan to have one some day.

Dave Gasson

Age 53 · plays since January 2010

“Brilliant. Took up guitar to see how it goes, and Malcolm has convinced me to continue”

Into Anything as long as I like it · plays Yamaha FG720S acoustic; Vintage Advance Series electric · dream axe: nothing really · also Roland amp · band: None but you never know about the future.

Roscoe Meherin

Age 8 · plays since Since age 7

“Cool! He makes me laugh when he calls me Roscoe Bobbits :)”

Into Indie rock · plays Electric Tiger and acoustic Squire DG-6NAT · dream axe: nothing · also Tiger GCC-805 amp · band: We don’t yet have a name.

Richard Harper

Age 34 · plays since 6 months

“He constantly pushes me to get better (although I might hate him a little for it hehe!)”

Into Hard Rock & Metal · plays Dean Vendetta (left-handed) · dream axe: One made of pixie dust · also Hughes & Ketner 30W Combi Amp + Line 6 gearbox effects.

Peter de Bont

Age Ssshhh! It is a state secret 🙂 · plays since Again after a hiatus since May 2010

“Being originally a banjo player, and largely autodidact at that, I was never taught how to play the guitar properly. I’m learning something new every time now and lessons are good fun!”

Into Classical & jazz · plays Electric G# guitar, electric tenor guitar/banjo, dobro, old Hoeffner jazz guitar · dream axe: A metal dobro · also Behringer & Magix Guitar Recording equipment + and some cheap stuff I won’t throw away for sentimental reasons · band: Me, myself & I.

Max Meherin

Age 12 · plays since Music since 2006, guitar since 2008 and bass since 2010

“It’s cool – I get a lot out of it and I find it really fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!”

Into Rock and indie · plays Bass guitar & 2 acoustics · also Tiger GCC-805 Amp.

Kevin Broughton

Age 34 · plays since 2010

Into Rock · plays Yamaha Acoustic Fg700MS · also A MacBook Pro.

Tristan Barraclough

Age 30 · plays since 2010

“He is clear and direct but at the same time laid back in his teaching. Which makes learning with him very fulfilling and a whole lotta fun. Rock on!”

Into Cream, Jeff Beck, jazz & a 101 others that I can’t fit in such space · plays Tanglewood Evolution acoustic guitar · dream axe: Some electric eventually · also Spoons 🙂 · band: Me, myself & I.

Dave “Two Riffs” Xmas

Age 27 · plays since … since I can remember!!

“Amazing! Just when I thought I couldn’t get any better I\’ve been booted into the right direction of greatness by Malcolm. Top stuff!!”

Into All genres of Metal, blues, & old 70s prog · plays Gibson Les Paul Custom, Gibson Flying V, Dean Explorer, Ibanez RG, a crap acoustic & a bass!! · dream axe: Any that are really expensive!!! · also Marshall TSL 100 half-stack, Ibanez tube screamer, Vox Wah , Dunlop Rotovibe, Line 6 pod, Line 6 combo, Sessionette combo, drumkit + more stuff somewhere… · band: F.S.I & a couple of exciting projects in the pipeline!.

Andy Langthorne

Age 24 · plays since Feb 2010 (+ sat for my 1st exam with Malcolm lately & got a Distinction!)

“Malcolm explains the theory and techniques in an easy to understand way so you can get on with rocking!”

Into Rock & some metal · plays Ibanez RG · dream axe: Gibson Les Paul Custom.

Sam Taffs

Age 26 · plays since Did music in school, but started with Malcolm mid-2009

“Malcolm is a great teacher – if you want to learn fast and without any bull, then Malcolm is the person to see. If you are serious about learning he will teach you really well and you can progress quickly. I went to grade 3+ in 8 months with him and now onto grade 4.”

Into I listen to lots of different music – anything from hip hop to folk, jazz or blues · plays Les Paul (Epiphone); Washburn steel string acoustic; Nylon string Spanish · dream axe: Parker fly · also Drum kit.

Caroline Chen

Age Do I have to answer this lol? · plays since Classical piano when I was young, electric guitar only since 2009.

“He makes me do homework :)”

Into Indie rock/pop, electro · plays American Fender Stratocaster · dream axe: Got it already! Although I wouldn’t mind a Telecaster as well. · also Vox amp.

Rohin Imberger

Age 36 · plays since 2009

Into Rock, Folk, Instrumental, Indie, Blues · plays Walden Natura.

Norbert Scicluna

Age 23 · plays since 1998

“Great! He was the reason I stepped up from classical guitar to rockin out on my electric! A great and dedicated teacher!”

Into EVERYTHING! I really don’t care if it’s pop, rap or metal. But my mp3 player is only filled with thrash and death metal \m/ · plays Dean FBD tribute, Ibanez Gio, Fender Stratocaster electrics · dream axe: Dean FBD tribute (that’s why I bought it) · also Randall half stack, Marshall combo, & loads of Boss floor pedals like Metal Zone, Chorus, Overdrive, Equaliser, Tuner, & Noise Gate · band: We got no name yet, we are too busy playing to bother :).

Zhuan Ahmed

Age 14 · plays since 2007

“Brilliant! I’ve learnt so much over the past few months, and I really enjoy his lessons.”

Into Rock, metal, and whatever else appeals to me! · plays Ibanez S470DXQM, Tanglewood acoustic, Stagg F300 · dream axe: Ibanez S5470 · also Roland Microcube · band: Just a small band at school with some friends.

Theo Almenis

Age 32 · plays since 12 yrs old (tutor note – neither if you had been studying for 32 yrs would you get my guitar, so dream on Mad Thrasher 🙂 )

Into Thrash & heavy metal, 70s Funk, Blues, early punk, euro rock, and last but not least the Blackberry Jam · plays Jackson Dinky Pro, Aria Pro 11, Peerless Acoustic & Ibanez RG Series · dream axe: Jackson Charvel (your guitar as a gift before leaving Australia) · also Marshall 9000 50 X 50 Power Amp + 4 X 12 Speakerbox, Zoom 4040, Digitech GFX 1 Preamp, Yamaha Portasound & Tascam Porta II Mini-Studio, Boss Heavy Metal & Flanger Effects · band: Inslain.

Eljay Lambert

Age 22 · plays since Early 2009, the last 2 months of which with Malcolm

“Learning with Malcolm is great! He is encouraging and friendly and a great boost for anyone wanting to learn but lacking a bit of confidence.”

Into metal, hip hop and funk · plays Jackson RR3 Pro Series Randy Rhodes model, Squire Stratocaster, a fake Les Paul, and a spanish acoustic · dream axe: A custom Les Paul · also Vox amp; Jim Dunlop cry baby wah pedal · band: Death Remains (main band) + some other pretties like laying tracks for an up & coming UK hip-hop producer..

Stefano Garombo

Age 18 · plays since 2001

“Good fun ! Very productive and lots learnt”

Into Metal (all types), hard rock, blues, classical, jazz · plays Ibanez RG350, LTD C401FM · dream axe: Gibson Les Paul Custom · also Peavey Valveking, Line 6 Pod X3 Live.

Jack Greenwood

Age 14 · plays since Piano & music from age 8-10; bass from 2008

“Every lesson is fun!”

Into Pop, rock, indie · plays Roytek bass guitar · dream axe: Ibanez bass guitar · also amp.

Peter Franklin

Age 13 · plays since 2009

“I’m enjoying it!”

Into Tonnes of metal! · plays A Cort bass.

Alexander Bittar

Age 8 · plays since 1 year guitar, 2 years overall

“Fun, exciting and interesting. I really enjoy the lessons.”

Into 80’s pop · plays Valencia CG1K mini-classical guitar · dream axe: An electric guitar · also Yamaha YPT-310 Keyboard & a recorder.

Enzo Libbert

Age 9 · plays since 1 year

“I love it!”

Into Rock & indie · plays Squire Mini-Fender · dream axe: Holy cow! I can’t answer this one, I dream of many guitars 🙂 · also Yamaha DD-65 Rhythm Machine; Roland MiniCube amp; Zoom GX1 FX; Soundbox 50 keys · band: Boys of History.

Rowland Phillips

Age 31 · plays since Late 2007

“Fun but serious at the same time.”

Into Hard rock and pop · plays Les Paul Gibson and a custom acoustic · dream axe: No idea, but definitely a loud one · also Amps, MP3 devices, laptop etc.

Marianne Bittar

Age 9 · plays since 3 years

“I have learnt a lot so far. I have lots of fun.”

Into Soul, Pop, Jazz · plays Valencia Classic Guitar · dream axe: Skylark Retro Solid Electric Guitar in Metallic Red · also Yamaha Keyboard YPT-310 and a recorder.

Robert Grech

Age 20 · plays since Piano from 1988 to 1995. Guitar from 1998

Into 80’s Metal, early 90’s doom metal · plays Fender Stratocaster (mexico) · dream axe: Jackson Randy Rhoads · also Torque 150watts amplifier, Boss metal zone, Ibanez virtual amplifier, Yamaha distortion pedal.

Brandon Sciberras

Age 16 · plays since 1997

Into Most types of music except rap · plays Tanglewood Nevada FST 32K Electric Unbranded Acoustic · dream axe: Fender 62 Jaguar · also Tanglewood MG-10 Guitar Amp.

Jonathan Ebejer

Age 9 · plays since just started

Into Mostly Light Rock and Pop · plays ¾ sized Classic Guitar · dream axe: Electric.

Emvin Taylor

Age 13 · plays since 1666

Into Hip-hop rock, nu- and heavy metal, and some death and black metal · plays Fender Mini · dream axe: B.C Rich Warlock Handmade Series · band: friends.

Scott Wood

Age 16 · plays since 1999 by myself, 2002 with teacher

Into death/progressive/doom metal · plays a Gibson explorer + a crappy old Hohner · dream axe: Esp M307/ Jackson SL1 · also Boss Metalzone and a shitty amp (for now) · band: Erythuria.

David Alan Caruana

Age 27 · plays since Since aged 4 years old i.e. 1979

“Excellent guitar tuition method! I asked specifically to learn the basics of guitar (I already knew music theory & piano) in the direction of improvisation and Malcolm put me through the paces in a structured way, starting from exercises to strengthen the fingers and achieve correct positions on the guitar, through scales and arpeggios onto advanced techniques. If you’re willing to back up each lesson with a few solid hours of practice, the Cool Gool method is definitely the best way to get you playing what you want to play!”

Into Heavy metal, death metal, jazz, classical (esp. baroque), elettronica, trance, uhmmm … anything but Rap & Britney Spears when she’s trying to sing (rest of the time she’s truly quite OK actually hehe!) · plays Guild DeArmond M75, Apollo Les Paul Special-HB clone, Ovation Applause electric/acoustic, Ritmo Classic nylon string, Keen 5 string bass. · dream axe: Gibson black beauty or Les Paul Custom AAA flametop in cherry sunburst · also Too much to list as home studio includes two pianos, various synths, Laney valve amp, Zoom 606 FX, 12 chan mixer, large PA, various ethnic instruments & what not….

Conrad Aquilina

Age 22 · plays since 1996 alone, 1999 formally

Into pure death fucking metal, anything with good guitars, and above all music delivered with passion · plays Tanglewood TW-360, Fenix by Young Change (Strat Copy), Parker Nitefly · dream axe: Parker fly · also Marshall Valvestate 40W amp, Zoom 3030 Fx, good old metronome for those lonely days, picks, fast fret, and the like!.

Johann Montfort

Age 14 · plays since 2002

Into Black Metal · plays Fender Squire · dream axe: BC Rich Warlock · also Nil · band: Diabolical Carnage.

Peter Gange

Age 26 · plays since A teen, but only really studied theory when I met Mal in 2003.

“Malcolm is the greatest teacher and friend. He come to Australia back in 2003 and I only had the pleasure of meeting and learning from him half way into his stay here. He made sure I understood the theory he laid out before he left. What he taught me is so beneficial and I’m forever grateful for it.”

Into Metal, thrash, death, anything heavy & fast. But also other styles. · plays Jackson Randy Rhoads, Aria Acoustic, Yamaha Acoustic, Dean from hell Razorback, Fender acoustic. · dream axe: I already got the Jackson, it fulfills my dreams · also Marshall Valvestate VS 100, 2 4 X 12” Quads · band: Void in my life I need to fill..

Sebastian Cachia

Age 14 · plays since October 2001

Into Metal · plays Currently some shitty acoustic · dream axe: ESP 207 · band: Deface.

Mike Sledge

Age 49 · plays since June 2009

“Malcolm has been a great help! An awful lot of work but my playing is light years ahead of where we started. Good clean fun!”

Into 60s & 70s Rock n’ Roll, Alternative rock & some country music · plays Fender Stratocaster Electric & some cheap acoustic · dream axe: Eric Clapton Fender Stratocaster · also Vox Valvetronic tube amp.

Stephen Mikulic

Age I do not answer rude questions 🙂 · plays since First played guitar at 10 years of age, have been playing on and off since

Into The many styles of Metal, especially Power Metal and Doom · plays Jackson Kelly, Fender Stratocaster Yngwie model, Ibanez Destroyer ll · dream axe: Still searching, I have many yet to play · also Zoom 9050 FX, Marshall Valvestate (for now), considering buying a Reynolds Sledgehammer amp · band: Lycanthia.

Reg Barber

Age 28 · plays since 1996

Into Glassjaw, One Minute Silence, Hell is for Heroes, Coheed and Cambria, Finch, Soad, Amen, Thrice, At the Drive Inn, Lost Prophets, Million Dead, Thursday · plays Yamaha Drop 6, Yamaha Image Custom · dream axe: PRS McCarty · also TSL 100, Super Phaser, Cry-Baby Wah, Super Chorus · band: Animism.

Quan Tran

Age 28 · plays since On and off since 1996, with Malcolm for 2003

Into Classical, pop & karaoke · plays Ashton CG- 44 Classical guitar · dream axe: Jose Ramirez Classical guitar · also My fingers · band: My room in Sydney.

Troy Cook

Age 31 · plays since 7 years

Into Metal, Metal, Metal · plays Washburn Dimebag Signature Series 333, Ibanez RG 570 , Washburn electric/acoustic · dream axe: Washburn Dime 3 · also Zoom 9150 digital effects, metalzone distortion · band: Zeitgeist (Gothic Metal).

Mario Cachia

Age 27 · plays since 1 month only

Into All types of rock and guitar-related music · plays Explorer · dream axe: not yet dreaming 🙂 · band: too soon for this.