These lessons are for you if
You are picking up the guitar for the first time and want structured guidance.
You have played the guitar before and want to pick it up again without necessarily starting all over again.
You can already play but want to develop further, understand music better or work on something specific.
You have something particular in mind: playing songs, learning melodies, improving rhythm, improvising, songwriting or understanding harmony.
You can explore both Western music and Classic Indian Songs.
Western Music
Lessons can include songs, improvisation, songwriting, harmony and developing a deeper understanding of music.
A familiar song can also take on a different character when you approach it through a different style. Here, Can't Buy Me Love is reimagined with a smooth Bossa Nova feel and a modern guitar sound.
Classic Indian Songs
You can learn Hindi film songs, including accompaniment, harmony, chord voicings and reharmonisation.
A classic Indian song created in a traditional style can also take on a different character when approached differently. Here, Gulabi Aankhen is reimagined with a light samba feel.
What you can learn
The lessons can cover different aspects of playing and music, depending on what you want to learn and play.
- Songs: learning to play complete songs and understanding how the different parts fit together.
- Melody: playing melodies, finding them on the guitar and understanding how they relate to chords.
- Rhythm: developing timing, rhythm patterns and the ability to play comfortably with other musicians.
- Technique: developing the physical skills needed for the music you want to play.
- Improvisation: learning how to create and develop musical ideas rather than simply reproducing something you've learned.
- Harmony: understanding chords, chord progressions, chord voicings and how they work with melody.
- Songwriting: developing ideas into songs and understanding the musical choices behind them.
- Music theory: learning the musical concepts that help you understand what you are playing and why it works.
What you work on can change as your playing develops.
How the lessons work
A one-on-one lesson starts with what you already know and can play. If you are a complete beginner, we start with the basics.
We look at how you play, what you want to achieve and where you need help. From there, we decide what deserves attention and what will help you move forward.
Your lessons can change as your playing develops, your understanding grows and your goals become clearer.
The question is always: what would be most useful for you to work on?
Who you will be learning with
Sebastian, known as The GuitarBaba, is a guitar educator, mentor, performer, composer and producer with more than 30 years of teaching and playing experience across jazz, blues, rock and Indian film music.
"Sometimes a student starts right from the beginning. Sometimes the teaching begins with what the student already knows. They may need to fill in gaps before they can make music. Or they may already be able to make music with what they know and continue learning and making more music as they go." — The GuitarBaba
What students say
“Sebastian is a patient and adaptive guitar teacher. His tailored approach makes learning enjoyable, and thanks to him, I've stuck to practicing.”
— Saba Azad
"I'm glad I found the best guitar teacher in Sebastian. His patient approach suits my temperament perfectly, and I look forward to each class."
— Sunny Hinduja
“After reconnecting with Sebastian after 30 years, I am glad to be taking lessons with him again. His experience is invaluable.”
— Stansay D'souza
“I have been learning guitar from Sebastian Sir for two years, and it has been wonderful. His classes are well planned and tailored to each student.”
— Mohit Shankar
Explore Your Options
Assessment Session
An Assessment Session can help you understand your current playing and decide how to move forward.
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Plans & Pricing
Explore the lesson options, monthly fees and longer-term plans to find an arrangement that suits you.
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Enquiries
Have questions or want to share your playing goals? Fill in the inquiry form and get in touch.
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Contact and Timing
You can contact me between 11:00 AM and 8:00 PM IST.
Please note: I may not be able to reply right away if I’m in a class or if your message or call is received outside my working hours.