CHRIS - STUDENT

"Des is a great teacher, very patient and if you put in the practice, he will turn you into a great guitar player. I had lessons with Des 12 years ago and I still find myself thinking back to things he taught me. If your serious about playing guitar, then I would recommend you give Des a try. On another note, he is also a really nice guy and although I stopped lessons with him 10 years ago, we have kept in touch and I consider him to be one of my best friends."

Chris Dangerfield who played for the ultimate Robbie Williams tribute band Dodgie Williams.

Chris and me in Dodgie Williams.

TOM - STUDENT

"Not only is Des a world class guitarist, but he is also a phenomenal teacher. Under Des' guidance, my technique and overall playing has improved vastly over such a short period of time. His lessons are friendly, laid back and represent great value for money. I would recommend his lessons to anyone who wants to develop their guitar playing"

Tom Babington -Student.

ROB SAMUELS - FORMER BAND MATE

"I first met Des in 1994. I was playing bass with a band called The Sahotas who were about to embark on a UK tour supporting Aswad. From the outset we got on as we were able to appreciate each others ability to play our respective instruments. His technique and feel for guitar is second to none. His professionalism is without doubt first rate, and as a person he's a sound kinda guy. His style of play conjours up images of walks in the park on a sunny day, desolation fear bereft of hope, or going 15 rounds playing Mike Tyson as he beats Bruno into submission. You must understand that what I'm trying to say is that this guy plays a mean guitar that is both emotive and full of soul. So I've no doubt that in his teachings he'll be taking pride and making sure that his pupils get 110% of his vast knowledge of music that is his to pass on."

Robert Samuels - Session Bass player

heidi - student

Des is a very patient , thorough and dedicated musician and tutor. I am an older learner and in a handful of lessons I learned so much more than I was from books and online videos alone. I would recommend anyone young or mature to give Des a try. He is so gifted. When he played my £300 Gretsch guitar it was like listening to Eddie Van Halen on a £5000 Gibson . Totally in awe and love his passion for the axe.

Heidi - student.

KAREN PARKES - STUDENT

"Instead of having a lesson, I would quite happily pay just to hear him play for an hour."

Karen Parkes, operating theatre technician.