I teach practical but often overlooked principles that help your guitar playing come fully alive.
Many classical guitarists gather technique, practice advice, and musical ideas in fragments — a lesson here, a masterclass there — without ever being shown how it all fits together. If you’d like to work with me, this is a place to slow that process down and reconnect the pieces in a more grounded, coherent way.
Who is this For?
I teach thoughtful classical guitar students who care deeply about the music, and who want their playing to feel more grounded, expressive, and sustainable over time.help classical guitar players bring scattered technique, musicianship, and practice habits into one clear, coherent approach — so playing feels easier, sounds better, and becomes a source of joy rather than frustration. You may recognize yourself here if you’ve:
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Studied with several teachers or methods and gathered valuable ideas — but still feel something is missing
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Felt inspired, and sometimes overwhelmed, by the level of professionalism and virtuosity in the classical guitar world
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Worked hard and practiced diligently, yet wondered why things still feel harder than they should
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Wanted a way of playing that respects both the music and the realities of your body and life
You don’t need to start over, and you don’t need to discard what you’ve already learned.
You may well need more information — but more importantly, you may need a more grounded way to connect everything together when you practice.
Developing Free Stroke Control and Confidence
The Key To Great Classical Guitar Playing is Controlling the Space Between the Notes
Mastering Difficult Barre Passages in Tarrega Capricho Arabe
How Do You Finish Learning a Piece of Repertoire/
What Can You Change IF You Can't Change The Notes
The Amazing Sor-Mozart Odyssey of Classical Guitarist John Williams
Become Positively Dangerous on the Classical Guitar
Become positively dangerous on the classical guitar!
Learn better technique, musicianship, and how to build the perfect practice session.
Beginner Guitar Mastery
Lay a strong foundation with our beginner courses, focusing on essential techniques and building confidence in your playing.
Intermediate Skill Development
Refine your skills with intermediate lessons that challenge your abilities and deepen your musical understanding.
Do I Teach Beginners?
Yes, I do. I specialise in classical guitar beginning lessons. Come to me if you want to get a great start in the basics.
Do I teach “non-classical” guitarists?
Yes, depending on availability. I’m well-versed in many popular styles of guitar music, Contact me if you want help with advanced fingerstyle playing, popular guitar and songs, bossa-nova guitar, music reading on the guitar in any style, relatable music theory for the guitar. I don’t teach Jazz or Improvisation. I can get you started on Flamenco.
Do I teach Children?
Yes, I do. I have a lot of experience teaching guitar to children from K through High-school.
Video Performances sand Lessons
Elegance in Motion: A Classical Guitar Journey
Strings of Passion: Masterful Interpretations
Harmonies of the Heart: A Musical Odyssey
What Our Students Say
“Jay’s lessons have transformed my playing. His insights into technique and expression are unparalleled.”
“The videos are a treasure trove of knowledge. I’ve grown so much as a guitarist under Jay’s guidance.”
“Jay’s teaching style is both inspiring and approachable. I feel more confident in my abilities than ever before.”
“The Art of Classical Guitar has reignited my passion for music. Jay’s expertise is truly exceptional.”
Jay Kauffman
With over 50 years of playing, performing, and teaching, my work centers on sharing music I love — and the practical, often overlooked principles that allow it to come fully alive on the guitar. I aim to help you bring scattered technique, musicianship, and practice habits into one clear, coherent approach — so playing feels easier, sounds better, and becomes a source of joy rather than frustration.