With a degree in Professional Music Performance from the Academy of Contemporary Music (ACM) and nearly 30 years of playing experience, Daniel brings a rare combination of academic training, real-world performance, and 18 years of dedicated teaching to every lesson.

During his time at ACM in Guildford, Daniel studied under some of the UK's most respected guitarists and industry professionals:

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• Pete Friesen — former Alice Cooper touring guitarist

• Jamie Humphries — one of the UK's top session guitarists, Blackstar Amplification endorsed

• Mike Goodman — Randall Amplifier endorsed, Total Guitar columnist

• Jon Bishop — Guitarist magazine columnist

• Mike Casswell — Lick Library contributor​​

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That level of tuition shaped not just Daniel's playing but his approach to teaching — structured, results driven, and always focused on what the student actually wants to achieve.

After graduating, Daniel continued to perform extensively, touring the UK with original bands across genres spanning rock, pop and metalcore. That experience of writing, rehearsing, and performing live on stages across the country is something he brings directly into his teaching. Lessons aren't just about technique and theory in isolation. They're about becoming a real musician.

Now based in Hounslow, West London, Daniel teaches students aged 12 to 65 from a purpose built teaching room, as well as online via Rock Out Loud Live.

Daniel has been a registered guitar tutor with the Registry of Guitar Tutors at the London College of Music since December 2011, and is fully DBS checked — providing complete peace of mind for parents of younger students.

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