Information About Christos - Kensington teacher - (23 reviews)
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Instruments Taught
Guitar |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £45.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Music Theory |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £45.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Composition |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £45.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Music Production |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £45.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Music Technology |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £45.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
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Personal Description:
Christos – Professional Guitarist, Music Producer & Educator
Premium Member of FirstTutors since 2014
Christos is an international professional guitarist, producer, and recording studio owner with decades of experience across the UK and globally. As a session and live guitarist, he has performed in countless studio recordings, concerts, and music festivals, including appearances on BBC Radio, TV shows, and international broadcasts.
His work as a composer and producer spans multiple LP albums, EPs, and singles in various genres, earning professional praise and radio plays in over 16 countries - with entries in Top 10 radio charts and Spotify’s Top Tracks playlists. He has also composed music for films, theatre, TV, and instrumental projects, while his bands (as frontman & lead guitarist) have been broadcast worldwide (UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Greece, France, and beyond).
Education & Distinctions :
* MA with Distinction in Music Production & Composition – Leeds Conservatoire (2009)
* Music Diploma with Distinction – National Conservatoire (2005)
* Degree in Psychology – University of Athens (4-year program)
* Distinction in Advanced RGT Examinations (El. Guitar & Performance) - London College of Music
* Advanced studies in Classical (counterpoint, fugue) and Modern composition (Schoenberg, Hindemith) under award-winning composers
Professional Studio Experience : Christos trained in music production, technology, and engineering, working in professional UK/EU studios (2006–2020) before establishing his own recording studio in 2020. There, he produces artists across genres and collaborates internationally.
Testimonials (Verified on Google & FirstTutors) :
"Exceptional talent for songwriting – someone to look out for!" — Max Wilson, Composer (London)
"Highly trained, professional, and insightful across genres." — A. Schubert, Artist
"Gets your vibe as he’s an artist too. Totally recommend." — Emanuelle W… Musician
"Awesome production skills & techniques. You’ll get a professional neat and clean sound!".
— M. Lubrano (composer)
(Additional reviews available on request & on Google)
Tutoring Experience:
With 22+ years of teaching across conservatories, well-established iinstitutions, and in private, Christos merges real-world expertise as a professional guitarist, producer, and composer with proven pedagogical excellence. His studio mastery, performance background, and broadcast experience ensure lessons are both practical and inspiring, tailored to beginners through advanced musicians.
Why Learn with Christos?
* Elite Training: MA with Distinction (Leeds Conservatoire), Advanced Diplomas (Guitar, Composition, Voice, Music Therapy), and Psychology degree (University of Athens).
* Performance Pedigree: Session guitarist and live performer (BBC Radio, international festivals).
* Production Expertise: Owner of a professional studio; expert in Logic, Pro Tools, Ableton & more.
* Distinction in All Music Exams: RGT (London College), Blues & Jazz Guitar (Bath Spa Uni.), and classical/modern composition.
* Enhanced DBS Certified: Fully vetted for teaching.
Holistic Approach, Christos bridges theory, technique, and creativity to help students:
* Master their instrument and music production.
* Develop a unique artistic voice.
* Achieve goals efficiently and enjoyably, whether preparing for grades or personal growth.
(References & student success stories available upon request and below in last section!)
Tutoring Approach:
Christos' Teaching Approach: Inspiring, Tailored, Results-Driven. Christos believes that music learning should be enjoyable, practical, and personalized. His approach adapts to students who want to:
* Play favorite songs (Rock, Pop, Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul, Indie)
* Prepare for exams (Rockschool, ABRSM, London RGT – All Grades & Diplomas)
* Master technical skills (improvisation, sight-reading, lead/rhythm playing)
* Apply music theory intuitively (no jargon, just real-world use)
* Produce/record music (home or professional studio)
* Write original songs (lyrics, structure, harmony)
* Explore music tech (DAWs, mixing, plugins, VSTs)
* Compose and expand their arrangement skills
Flexible Lesson Formats :
* Online (Skype/Zoom/G.Meet) – Studio-quality audio/video
* In-person – Available for local students
* Your pace, your style – No rigid syllabus
What Students Say :
"Learned more in 4 weeks than a year at university!" – Manuela L. (Production) ★★★★★
"Fun yet challenging – my 11-year-old is constantly inspired!" – Michael T. (Guitar) ★★★★★
"Brilliant tutor who makes complex topics simple." – Wendy F. (Production) ★★★★★
"Excellent tutor. The lessons are always fun & I’ve learned lots of useful techniques without feeling overwhelmed." ' Vasilis S. (Guitar) ★★★★★
"Christos is a brilliant tutor. I have learnt a great deal from him & am currently learning music production."– Nancy M. (Composition) ★★★★★
(50+ verified 5-star reviews)
Why It Works?
* Hybrid Method: Blends fundamentals (technique/theory) with modern production tools
* Passion-First: Lessons built around each student's musical interests
* Proven Results: Distinctions in exams and creative projects
"Music should be fun, inspiring, and tailored to your goals! I'm happy to answer any questions – just reach out."
– Christos
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Additional Languages: English (British), German, Greek
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Qualifications:
- Leeds College of Music (2009) - MA in Music Production/Composition (Masters) (✔ On File)
- London College of Music (2006) - Grade 8 (QTS) (✔ On File)
- National Conservatory of Athens (Ethniko Odeio) (2006) - Tonal Harmony Degree (Other) (✔ On File)
- National University of Athens, School of Philosophy (2005) - Graduate in Psychology (4years) (Bachelors) (✔ On File)
Christos's Feedback
| Total Amount Of Feedback: | 23 |
| Total Positive Feedback: |
Christos is patient, professional, and incredibly dedicated, going above and beyond to ensure his students succeed. He communicates clearly and is always flexible, making scheduling lessons stress-free.
We are so grateful for his guidance and support. If you’re looking for a passionate and skilled teacher who truly cares about his students, Christos is the perfect choice!
Christos is very knowledgable and clear. I understand each tool in Logic much better (and because I understand what each thing does I'm sure this knowledge is transferable to other DAWs). Each lesson he focuses on teaching me a few new techniques, as well as giving me feedback on what I have worked on in the week and answering any questions I had while working that week, then gives suggestions for homework. He also will make example edits to my projects and send the project files back so I can see what he's doing in detail, and will bounce specific sections we want to listen more carefully to.
Since working with Christos on music production I feel much more confident about my music production & mastering (up to being able to use it as a metaphor when I've learned about other processes - thinking to myself "oh this is just like in production where we do this then this then this"). I've also been able to listen back to my favourite musicians and appreciate them anew, now that I'm listening more like a producer and noticing and thinking about the component parts. (And I have wanted to look up the producers! And been excited to find producers who worked on one of my favourite albums cropping up in other favourite albums.)