Pick up and Play

Pick up and Play

Guitar Lessons with Mischa Huijsmans

Welcome to Pickup and Play! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to hone your skills, we will work together to explore and expand your musical interests, develop your creativity, and discover your own unique sound.

GET IN TOUCH

How it works

Discover new ways to enjoy, elevate and express yourself through music.

Whether you love Blues, Soul, or Rock ‘n Roll, music is all about creative expression. Learn to play what you feel and get comfortable in any style or setting, whether solo or as part of a band.

In my lessons I draw on a wide range of influences from around the world, from the old fingerstyle guitarists of the 1920’s, through the electric revolutionaries of the 60’s, to the post-modern rockers of today.

Discover new sounds as we explore music from all around the world, visiting Africa, South America, the Caribbean, and anywhere your interests take you.

One-to-one

Experience the benefit of personalized, one-to-one guitar lessons designed to focus on your unique goals and learning pace.

In Person

I’ll come to you for in-person lessons in South London, offering hands-on guidance and direct feedback in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Online

Live outside London? Through flexible online lessons I offer the same personalized experience, no matter where you are in the world.

Play What You Love

I’ll help you unlock your creativity and express yourself through music, so you can play in any setting with confidence and feel truly connected to the songs you love.

About

Meet your instructor

PARADISE REHEARSAL FEATURING BEK WA GORO

Hello and welcome!

My name is Mischa, I’m a musician, filmmaker and personal trainer living and performing mainly around South London. I was born in the U.S.A., grew up in the Netherlands and moved to the U.K. in 2013 to explore the endless possibilities London’s music and art scenes have to offer.

I grew up listening to a wide range of different genres, from the Beatles to West- and North-African desert blues, North-American soul, Cuban jazz – you name it. It sparked an enduring love of all kinds of music, and I began playing guitar at age 11. I currently play guitar, bass and sing in various bands covering a broad range of genres.

I’ve been teaching guitar for over 10 years and love helping my students to connect with and express the innate passion for music that so many of us have. In my lessons, I focus on achieving the musical freedom to play any song in any genre and connecting my students with their own – invariably unique – way of playing. I also incorporate movement theory such as the Alexander Technique to prevent injuries and bad habits. I teach some music theory, but focus on the versatility and freedom that come with learning to play by ear.

Ready to embark on your musical journey, or take your playing to the next level? Then get in touch and start leveling up your guitar skills today!

Pricing

Pay-as-you-go

In person in South London

30 minutes £30
1 hour £50

Online

30 minutes £25
1 hour £45

Block Bookings

Learning to play an instrument is all about consistency. To help encourage that, I offer a discount on block bookings of 10 lessons.

Block of 10 in person

30 minutes £275
1 hour £450

Block of 10 online

30 minutes £225
1 hour £400

Flexible Rates

Money, it’s a gas
Grab that cash with both hands and make a stash

– Pink Floyd.

We all have bills to pay, but money shouldn’t get in the way of your musical journey. If you are motivated and pricing is the only thing holding you back, get in touch and I’ll do my best to meet your needs.

Bands, projects and collaborations

Music never lets you down
Puts a smile on your face any time, any place
– Chic

If you’d like to see more of what I do, click the images to see some of the bands and projects I’m involved with. Enjoy!

Mahogany Soulz
Busi Mhlanga
Bek Wa Goro – coming soon
Nate Rich
Leto Grand

Ready to take your playing to the next level?

Get in touch
info@pickup-and-play.co.uk

 

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