Evan Hutton

Most guitarists quit because their lessons are either all over the place with no structure — or way too rigid to feel like music. My approach strikes the balance.

I’m a guitarist with over 10 years of experience, a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance from St. Francais Xavier University, and a passion for helping students sound like they’re really playing music — not just memorizing shapes.

If you’re a beginner, I’ll get you off YouTube tutorials and onto a path that actually makes sense, with music you enjoy from day one. If you’ve been playing for a while but feel stuck in scales or strumming the same old songs, I’ll show you how to improvise and give you the tools to make creative choices when you play.

I’ve taught kids, teens, and adults at Sunnyside Music School, the Ottawa Conservatory, and privately since 2022. I work with guitarists of all levels — from absolute beginners to players who want a deeper understanding of the instrument and the music they love. Wherever you’re starting from, the goal is the same: to give you the tools and confidence to find your own voice on the guitar.

My teaching style is rooted in listening — not just to music, but to you. Every student has different goals, so I adapt while keeping a clear plan in place. You’ll always know where we’re headed, but the path is tailored to you.

For beginners, that usually means building confidence with the basics — chords, rhythm, and simple songs — so you can feel like you’re actually playing music right away.

For intermediate players, we’ll dig deeper into phrasing, theory, and the “why” behind the sounds you love. I’ll show you how to break down music technically and theoretically, then use those tools to create your own sound.

Expect lessons that balance structure with exploration: focused enough to keep you progressing, open enough to let your curiosity and creativity thrive.