Guitar Lessons in Townsville
Learn real songs and make progress you can hear
Kids, teens and adults can start from scratch or work through a specific playing problem. Lessons are structured, but the songs and goals come from you.
Why students choose Six Strings Townsville
Parent updates that make sense
Regular updates explain what your child is learning, what to practise and how they are progressing.
Beginner-friendly lessons
We start with real songs and straightforward techniques that students can use from day one.
Songs you want to play
Lessons can cover anything from classic rock to modern hits, depending on what you want to learn.
Clear goals for home practice
Every student gets printed sheet music and clear steps to work on between lessons.
Practise the fretboard anywhere
Use our note-name trainer on your phone or computer to learn the notes across the neck.
Kirwan studios and school programs
Our Kirwan location has four soundproof studios with equipment for students to use. We also run programs at local Townsville schools.
Who lessons are for
Kids (6-12)
Lessons keep younger students interested while building technique, confidence and creativity.
Teens (13-17)
Learn the songs you like, from indie to metal, and start developing your own sound.
Adult beginners and advanced players
Start for the first time or get help with a problem that has stalled your playing.
How lessons work
From your first enquiry to regular weekly practice
Get in touch
Take our 3 to 5 minute Guitar Skill Mapper, fill out the contact form or give us a call. We'll ask about your goals and experience.
Choose a lesson time
We'll find an available time that fits your schedule.
Tell us what you want to play
We'll plan lessons around your goals, whether you want to strum campfire songs or play fast solos.
Come in for your first lesson
We'll show you the studio, meet Damien, and get up and running.
Track your progress
Regular lessons and progress updates show you what is improving and what needs more work.
What you'll learn
The first few months may cover:
- ✓Chords and strumming patterns: the essentials you need to play complete songs.
- ✓Rhythm and timing: how to stay in time and make your playing sound tighter.
- ✓Simple songs you know: recognisable tracks from your first lessons.
- ✓Reading tabs: how to read guitar tablature and learn songs online.
- ✓Tuning and maintenance: how to tune your guitar and look after it.
- ✓Practical theory: useful ideas you can hear and apply to your playing.
What you can work towards
First Month
- • Play 3-4 simple songs/riffs all the way through
- • Strum basic chord progressions
- • Tune your guitar independently
- • Understand how to practise effectively
Three Months
- • Play through 10+ songs
- • Know the note names on the Top E string
- • Learn intervals for making your own songs
- • Understand how to play any power chord
Parents also tell us that lessons help their children with focus, discipline and confidence.
Lesson pricing
Private 30-minute guitar lessons
per lesson
Booked as a weekly lesson for the school term. $57 per lesson when paid by bank transfer.
Private lessons with Damien Hill, Principal Guitar Educator
A guitar education specialist with more than 15 years dedicated to teaching guitar. Damien led the guitar program at the 2021 Mulkadee Youth Arts Festival and has also conducted school guitar ensembles and mentored other guitar teachers.
- ✓30-minute lessons
- ✓Private one-to-one lessons
- ✓Fast, precise help with technique problems and playing roadblocks
- ✓Weekly lesson summaries for parents
- ✓OnlineTAB practice membership with assigned songs and interactive tools included
- ✓Custom sheet music and exercises included
- ✓Flexible scheduling
- ✓Access to electric and acoustic guitars in lessons
Try one lesson at the regular term price to see whether Six Strings is the right fit.
If it isn't, we'll give you a full refund.
What Townsville families say
Feedback from students and parents
"Mr Hill is patient and understanding and encouraging."
"Pypr really enjoys her guitar lessons with Mr Hill. She has been having these for a couple of years now and never complains about going to lessons. Damien Hill has a lot of patience and is very calm with the students. It is a testament to Damien's skills when you see the students playing in concerts in front of the parents. I am sure Pypr will continue to advance in guitar under Damien's teachings."
"Our daughter has taken up guitar this year, after playing violin for the past 3 years. She gave herself the challenge of both instruments, but knowing Damien, we knew she would enjoy it. She has taken to it so well & impresses us every week with her prowess. She loves the variety of music she learns and she also likes being able to choose popular pieces she likes. Even though the lessons are quite short this year, Damien has shown her so much & that is very impressive to us."
"My son very much enjoys his weekly lessons with Damien and comes away from his lessons each week having learnt not only something new but songs that are current and he can relate to. As the lessons are carried out at school and parents are not present, the weekly feedback from Damien is very well received. I would recommend Damien to anyone wanting to learn to play the guitar."
"My son has been attending lessons with Damien for 3 years and ensemble. Damien makes his lessons relevant for the students with a mixture of music for them to learn. I especially enjoy the 'epic' modern songs, keeps his students engaged. Damien is readily available to discuss my child's progress and advice."
"Mr Hill is a youthful teacher that connects with students on their level making learning fun and engaging."
"Jett has never played a guitar before and seems to really be enjoying your lessons. You are making it fun for him and choosing songs that he likes to play to keep him interested. In the term he has been playing he has picked up so much."
"I highly recommend guitar tuition from Damien. My son is learning a lot of songs, techniques and skills. I am regularly updated on his progress and suggestions on how to support his practise at home. My son really enjoys playing guitar and his lessons with Damien."
"I have had two boys learn guitar with Damien Hill. They have learned guitar very quickly and have really enjoyed their guitar lessons with him. He is fun and connects to them on their level. All lessons have songs which are familiar to them and fun which makes it easier to get them to practice and makes them keen to learn. He contacts me via email straight after each lesson with an update on their progress and a new song to learn or practice. I would definitely recommend Damien as a guitar teacher."
"Damien is very encouraging and supportive. My son loves his lessons and that he learns to play his favourite songs."
"Damien is great with the kids. Weekly feedback allows me to keep track of my daughter's lessons."
"Damien is a wonderful, patient teacher and has really given Aimee confidence with her guitar! A great pace for her to learn at!"
"Damien is a very approachable teacher who shows passion in his work. My son really enjoys playing the popular songs he is given as he recognises the tunes. Damien has different approaches when students feel challenged to keep things exciting. He has a positive attitude and seems to really enjoy what he does!"
"Damien is a really great teacher that my son enjoys working with. Damien always works with current material that Nicholas can relate to. He has been teaching Nicholas for about 18 months now and Nicholas has improved greatly over that time. Damien also constantly gives feedback on the lessons which is really helpful."
"Clancy enjoys guitar, thanks to the excellent supportive learning environment provided by Mr Hill."
"I enjoy learning guitar because of the interesting and fun content that Mr Hill provides. He makes the boring theory fun and always encourages students to try their best."
"I like playing guitar because I like music. Mr Hill is cool! It is fun and I love learning all the songs we play and enjoy learning more and more about music."
"I love Mr Hill, he is a very good teacher, and he is always helpful and giving us a hand with all of our work and struggles."
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Common questions
Townsville and surrounding suburbs
Our studios are in Kirwan, and students travel to us from across Townsville
Studio Location
Six Strings Townsville
22 Lambert St, Kirwan, Townsville, QLD, 4817
Service Areas
We proudly serve students throughout Townsville and surrounding suburbs:
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Ready to start playing?
Book a lesson and see whether Six Strings suits you. If the first lesson is not a good fit, we'll give you a full refund.
