John Charles Cook guitarist

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$375/hour

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About

I’m a trained classical guitarist with over 40 years of experience performing and teaching. I play by ear and read music, with a strong foundation in guitar history and music theory. Over the years I’ve performed at weddings, for dignitaries, in country clubs, concerts, and at jazz and classical festivals. I love sharing music and helping students learn guitar the right way. Instead of jumping straight into chords and riffs and getting frustrated, we focus first on solid technique and simple finger exercises. This builds strength, ease, and confidence so you can enjoy playing for a lifetime. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, I’ll guide you step by step so you can play with ease, confidence, and true enjoyment. Reach out and let’s get started with your first lesson.

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 139 times

Serves Beaufort, SC

Background checked

1 employee

43 years in business

Business hours

Sun7:00 am - 10:00 pmMon7:00 am - 10:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Facebook, Instagram

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Services offered

Music types

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Wedding reception

Wedding ceremony

Birthday party

Cocktail hour

Music genres

Pop / top 40

Rock / classic rock

Jazz / Blues

Mariachi

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Karen w.

Dec 23, 2017

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: 6 - 9 years old • No, cannot read music • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Acoustic • Country • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • Willing to work around teacher's schedule • Conducting initial research • I travel to the guitar teacher • The guitar teacher travels to me

Guitar Lessons

Calandra B.

Feb 7, 2018

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: 10 - 13 years old • No, cannot read music • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Electric • Rock • Classical • Blues • Jazz • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • Within the next 1 - 2 weeks • Need some more information before hiring • I travel to the guitar teacher • The guitar teacher travels to me

Guitar Lessons

Samantha T.

Sep 29, 2019

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Blues • Country • Folk • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

Guitar Lessons

David E.

Dec 8, 2019

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: 26 - 44 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Rock • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

Guitar Lessons

Nancy g.

Dec 29, 2019

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Wedding ceremony • 51 - 75 guests • 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Guitar • Other • Other

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John Cook

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Discount for disabled
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I prefer to meet and learn about my student during our first session. Every student learn differently, so the method for each student has to be meant specifically to their understanding and ability.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Master classes at Hartt School Music, CT.