Rupert Brown

PROFESSIONAL SESSION MUSICIAN AND DRUM TUTOR

"Kevin Porter is a guitar tutor of the very highest order.
I’ve been lucky enough to have worked alongside Kevin for 18 years and during that time I’ve seen this musician produce guitarists that play with hunger, precision and superb taste. (fuelled with passion)
Kevin is obsessed with tone, sound (and above all) musical awareness !
What I find truly remarkable is that Kevin Porter has the unique ability to take his gifts and give them freely with enthusiasm and kindness to every aspiring guitarist that is fortunate to make a positive connection with him."

Rupert Brown - Roy Ayers, Robbie Robertson, Nigel Kennedy, Darryl Hall, Cher, Lighthouse Family, Jarle Bernhoft (Grammy Nominated)

Rachel Tweddle

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC AT RYDE SCHOOL

"Having worked with Kev for a number of years, I am still impressed with his continued attitude and approach to getting the best out of his students. He is a committed, conscientious and talented teacher who inspires young guitarists to want to progress and improve their skills as much as they can. His knowledge of his instrument and repertoire is extremely good. Kev can capably work with pupils of all ages, and it is an absolute pleasure to have him as part of our team."

Rob Da Bank

DJ AND CO-FOUNDER OF BESTIVAL, MUSIC FESTIVAL

"Kev is a fantastic teacher who helped me though lockdown with some awesome lessons getting me energised about picking up a guitar again. He's very patient, kind about my rubbish playing and had me making good progress straight away"

 

"Kev is a brilliant teacher not only because of his ability to demonstrate and explain difficult new skills in a bite size, easy to understand and fun way, but because of his ability to encourage and enthuse even the most recalcitrant students. He is always happy to help with any questions, and is particularly helpful when it comes to purchasing instruments, researching the options and suggesting solutions to fit our needs. He even did some soldering on one of our electric guitars to get it up and running again! Kev is always relaxed and flexible when it comes to having to swap timings around, which really takes a load off parents. Highly recommended. "

Lisa, parent of acoustic and electric guitar student who studied with Kev for 7 years.

 

Miles - Student 
"Kevin Porter was the reason I had a chance to pass music at GCSE level. From the first time I stepped foot in the room Kev made me feel welcome and appreciated the level I was at in guitar and the level I wanted to get to. I only worked with him for a short period of time however during that period I greatly improved my skills and still remember the techniques he taught me to this day. To anyone thinking about getting a tutor for guitar, I couldn't recommend him more."

Amy - Student 
"Kevin Porter was a fantastic teacher and made all my lessons fun and enjoyable and I learnt so much.  He made me feel welcome and we had a laugh during the lessons which made me not so nervous about playing badly and I looked forward to my next lesson.  Best guitar teacher ever."

Amanda - Parent 
"Both of my children had lessons with Kevin Porter and both thoroughly enjoyed them.  My son was far more confident and able to play the guitar, he could read music and play by ear.  My daughter only wanted to learn to play the songs she liked.  Even though both were at a different level Kevin adapted the lessons accordingly so both children thoroughly enjoyed the lessons and progressed.  My son passed his music GCSE performance playing guitar with A* and my daughter can now follow guitar tabs to play any song she fancies."

 

Heather - Parent

"Mr Porter makes his pupils feel at ease, encourages, motivates and inspires them to learn. Building their confidence whilst learning. He had to adapt new ways of teaching during the pandemic, which has proved to be a great success. Pupils get the very best teaching." 

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Charlie - Tutor at Platform One Music College

"Kev Porter is a fantastic guitarist and teacher and has had a profound impact on my own guitar playing and on how I see music. Not only is he an expert in a wide variety of musical styles but he is able to share his enthusiasm for music in a wider sense in a way that makes you want to go home and practice."  "You would be hard pressed to find a better instrumental instructor anywhere, particularly one who so clearly cares about his craft as a guitarist and is able to freely share his knowledge in such a meaningful way!."

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Andy - Degree Lecturer at Platform One Music College

“I have known Kev for nearly 20 years, an absolute professional who can cater for all levels of musician. 
Highly skilled and reliable, I would certainly recommend!"

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Jason - Music Tutor at Platform One Music College

"I was originally a self-taught bass player and I had reached a plateaux with regards to what I could achieve on my own (this was pre-YouTube era!). After my first lesson with Kevin, I realised there was so much more to learn - my eyes had been opened! Quickly progressing to my Grade 8 exam, I later went on to teach bass guitar myself, all thanks to Kevin’s guidance and assistance in the earlier years of my instrumental development. Patient, aware and highly skilled - Kevin is a VERY highly recommended tutor."

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Mark - Degree Lecturer at Platform One Music College

"Kev Porter is the leading guitar teacher on the Isle of Wight. His knowledge, experience and patience make him the perfect choice for any guitarist at any level. He encourages students to work systematically through a range of techniques in order to obtain the skills needed to achieve their individual goals. Kev is an enthusiastic and passionate teacher who never fails to get results."

 

 

Jane - Parent

"Henry has thoroughly enjoyed his lessons with Kev, it has been something that he has stuck with over the years and that he has gained so much from. From Year 5 right through until present day as Henry leaves upper 6th, he continues to benefit from Kev's tuition. Starting as a total beginner, he is now able to play anything he chooses at an impressive level. Henry has always enjoyed his lessons and likes Kev's friendly approach and clear instructive way of teaching. As lessons have moved on line, he continues to enjoy them and the flexibility that this brings."

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Effie - Parent

"Kevin has been teaching my little girl guitar for a little over a year now - and wow! She has made such progress, even during lockdown, when classes where switched to a virtual experience. It is always so lovely to hear them both interact and the joy my daughter gains from her lessons. She also wanted me to write, as part of this recommendation, that “Kev is the best” I don’t think I can sum Kev up anymore perfectly."

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Amara - Student

“Mr. Porter is a fun teacher, the lessons are very engaging and interactive.

Whenever I don’t understand something, Mr. Porter goes over it again, and is very patient.

I’ve really enjoyed my guitar lessons with Mr. Porter over the last two years.”

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Claire - Parent

Amara surprised me when she asked if she could learn electric guitar. Another fad I thought but here we are, over two years later. Amara now with her own guitar, playing rock songs and having lots of fun.

Kev is very friendly, approachable, enthusiastic; and is clearly a talented guitar teacher.

I look forward to enjoying the sound of more rock guitar coming from Amara’s bedroom!

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Dr Pete - Student

"Kev Porter has been teaching me the guitar for 20 years , he is fantastically patient , highly skilled as a teacher and as a guitar player . He has a great ear for music and can pick up tunes and teach them in moments , a real natural. Despite my allergy to practice Kev has been extremely supportive and positive when many would have become exasperated. During lockdown we have moved from face to face teaching to Skype lessons. These have been amazing and haven’t led to any loss of involvement for the student. I still enjoy and look forward to  our lessons despite my slow progress(my lack of practice) and would unreservedly recommend Kevin as a teacher to young and old alike. 

I feel lucky to have had him as my teacher."

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Penny - Parent

“Kev has taught my son guitar from age 8 to 14 years of age, taking him from a complete novice to competent player.  Managing to encourage and inspire him throughout the teenage “not interested” phase!  It is fantastic to know Aus can now pick up a guitar, read the music and perform for fun.”

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Ella - Student

"Kev is an amazing guitar teacher. He has been my guitar teacher since I was seven years old and I have always thoroughly enjoyed my lessons. He is always very patient, friendly and good fun."

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Bonnie - Student

“I’ve been having lessons with Mr Porter for over 5 years. I thoroughly enjoy them, the lessons are never the same, they are fun and I find Mr Porter is great at explaining things”.  

 

Sarah - Parent

"When Bonnie asked for guitar lessons I really thought it was just a phase, but here we are years on and she’s still very keen. Bonnie just plays the guitar for fun, and Mr Porter styles her lessons around this. He’s also very organised and flexible when lessons are missed or times do not suit!"

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