
Learn proper technique and advance your playing,
while having fun and enjoying the experience.
Learn from professional guitarist and music producer Danny McCrum. With over 35 years of experience as a performing and recording musician, Danny brings real-world expertise to every lesson.
Lessons are one on one and individually adapted to the student’s personal goals and musical preferences. We cover most styles and all levels. Students can choose from a wide range of songs and are also welcome to suggest songs or topics they'd like to cover. The fundamentals of technique and theory are generally covered within the context of songs, which enables students to progress faster and makes the experience more enjoyable.
Danny has also taught guitar at Auckland University and can help with your school or University music courses.
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Lessons run Monday to Thursday. Pricing starts from $42 per half hour lesson. Lessons are conveniently located in central Auckland, local to Mt Albert, Mt Roskill and Mt Eden.
Feel free to get in touch.
Sign up now and receive two guitar picks, an introductory guide to guitar and music (PDF), a poster and a sticker (for your guitar case... these things are important) absolutely free!
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Beginner
Have you always dreamed of playing the guitar? Anyone can learn how to play and it’s never too late to start. With a strong foundation, good technique and effective practice strategies, you can be playing songs in no time.
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Intermediate To Advanced
Have you been playing the guitar for a while and feel like you’re not getting any better? By improving your technique, musical knowledge and practice strategies, you can make significant progress and take your playing to the next level.

Danny has worked with Tommy Emmanuel, Eric Clapton and many other greats.

"Hi, I'm Danny..."
Danny McCrum has over 35 years of experience as a guitar player, original artist, session musician, band leader, music producer and tutor. He’s worked with and supported many top artists including Eric Clapton, Tommy Emmanuel, John Mayer, John Butler Trio, Jeff Beck, Bryan Ferry, Norah Jones, Jimmy Barnes, Simple Minds and many top New Zealand acts.
He’s worked as a session musician for numerous producers and artists including Greg Haver, Lizzie Marvelly, Peter van Gent, Alex Burke (US), Magnolia Memoir (US), Phil Edwards Band, Georgia Lines, AutoMatic 80s, the Michael Jackson tribute show ‘King Of Pop’, Debbie Harwood, Stephen Small, Emme Lentino (NZ/US) and Venice Quin.
Danny has released five albums and cohosts the music podcast 'What Do We Know?'
Danny has taught guitar at Auckland University and has been teaching private lessons for over twenty years. Find out more about him here.

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Welcome to Auckland Guitar Lessons
Danny on TVNZ's Breakfast Show
