A WORD
from
Simon
Hi – a really warm welcome from me, Simon. It’s great you’re interested in learning about, or more about, playing guitar – thank you…it’s been my life and I absolutely love it-especially in worship! I can’t wait to share something of my experience with you and others as we come together to worship in our shared faith, creatively, through amazing songs and music.
Please do check out the course info – why not sign up today? If I can help out in any way or you’ve got any questions you need help with please just get in touch.,
I look forwards to meeting you..!
ON-LINE WORSHIP GUITAR LESSONS
Live on Zoom
Interactive, real-time lessons with Simon and a small group of students.
Reviews
Elizabeth McGovern
★★★★★
“No one comes close to Simon on lead guitar”
Paul Jones
★★★★★
“Simon’s terrific… he really is.”
Dr Simon Nelson Phd, MA, BMus
Simon Nelson has been a professional guitarist for 30 years; living and touring all over the world. He has played professionally from the USA from New Orleans to Bermuda and Australia.
Initially self taught, he later felt he ought to “know” something about music, taking a Bachelor of Music degree at Goldsmiths College, a Master of Arts at City University and a Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology at City University. For the latter, he wrote a thesis on the origins and evolution of blues guitar.
As a session musician Simon has recorded for the ABC in Australia, and the BBC in the UK. He has played in a touring band at Birmingham, Manchester, Sheffield, Belfast and Newcastle Arenas, the O2 and the Albert Hall with artists from Joss Stone, to Beverley Knight; Paul Jones (Manfred Mann), to Tony Hadley and Jocelyn Brown. He’s part of Elizabeth McGovern’s Sadie and The Hotheads, touring globally and currently preparing for Anne Cusack and Elizabeth’s autumn 26 production, ‘What We Know Now’, W4.
In a worship context Simon has played in band with various worship leaders from Dave Bilbrough to Nick Herbert and Andy Piercy and is currently working on his summer course while developing his next 10 Week Worship Course starting 5th October 26 – brand new courses; and book launch Autumn 26 and new courses out this Autumn.
From Beginners rhythm to Advanced, Professional Level Lead
Christian Guitar courses with Dr Simon Nelson PhD, MA, BMus professional musician and respected worship leader.
LEARN TO PLAY IN JUST 1 SESSION >
In just 1 session, learn your first Matt Redman worship song or new inside music industry skills and tips to grow creatively and technically at a professional level – our multi-choice, LIVE 10 Week Worship Guitar Courses, you can relax in the comfort of your home or somewhere convenient, on the go. Our Instant Digi-Access resources including 8Strummer; help support you, keeping your course practise flexible and on track
COURSES FOR ALL ABILITIES >
Simon’s courses are comprised of 10 fun and relaxed ZOOM classes with no more than 16 learners present, to ensure you have personal attention. There are 11 courses available, split into 2 STRANDS: Rhythm and Lead Guitar, with increasing levels of achievement. The courses culminate in an end of course ZOOM party where all past students and friends are welcome. If you’re looking for something further, you are also welcome to have private sessions, just contact Simon
View the full schedule of upcoming courses, jamming sessions-ZOOM parties and special events…
Join a course today and take the next step in your worship guitar journey…
All You Will Need:
- Internet via your preferred device – the ability to access Simon’s online classes
- A guitar
- The heart to have a go!
Get-a-Guitar
10 WWG is a practical, hands on course. You will need a guitar for practise, so either a lovely friend can lend you one or we can help you along. Just click below:
Any Time, Any Where
Instant Digi-Access
Resource and support materials are constantly being innovated and developed by Simon and our team…
Simon’s Books due for release…
Essential reading for every worship guitarist. can be used as a course support or stand alone publication. An invaluable support being launched for beginners by Simon this autumn-other levels to follow….
8 Strummer App
The FREE rhythm training APP for guitarists. Simon and his team’s innovation for iPhone, with a view to release on Android, too.
Get a Guitar
Advice on choosing a guitar, what to look for and where to go for help.
Pre-filmed Videos
FREE extra lesson videos and walk-throughs to support your learning.
YouTube Channel
Link to Simon’s inspiring Youtube account. Subscribe and stay updated.
Music Theory
FREE music theory booklets to support your course.
Song Books
FREE booklets containing between 20 to 30 songs, depending on which course you choose.
Private Membership
Password protected access to FREE 10WWG course resources on our website
Learners’ Reviews
10 Week Worship Guitar Courses
Choose your Course
You can even make a start today…
Simon’s 10 WWG courses comprising 2 Strands, include much the above – just click each for more details and if there’s something extra you’d like to cover – just contact Simon personally. You can choose your preferred option below and sign up right here on this page or just browse through the website and take your time…
Discounts Available, Many FREE Resources PLUS No Hidden Costs
There are no hidden extra costs and we include special discounts and our reference to Guitar Aid to help ease things along…
OUR DISCOUNTS Include:
- EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT – check our Early Bird Date for each set of courses
- GROUP DISCOUNT – if two or more come along from the same church we offer our Group Discount. Please add the names of additional students in the notes field in checkout payment.
- FURTHER DISCOUNTS – when you complete a course, there are significant additional reductions and free practise sessions with your previous course level – please ask…
Rest assured, your advanced fee payment acts as confirmation of your place!
2 STRANDS:
The Rhythm Worship Guitar Courses
There are 6 levels of worship Rhythm guitar courses. Rhythm guitar means using the guitar to accompany the voice. It deals with chords, rhythm and finger-picking. In a church band this is usually done by the worship leader.
The Lead Guitar Worship Courses
There are currently 5 levels of Lead Guitar, with more being added, which is finding something to play to accompany the rhythm guitarist. It includes power chords, scales, partial chords, playing melody – and can involve improvised solos in various styles too. This is often done by a second guitarist in a worship band, sometimes on electric guitar.
The Rhythm Worship Guitar Courses
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Beginners
£165.00 -
Improvers
£165.00 -
Intermediate
£170.00Intermediate
When you join the Beginners course you get:
- A songbook of 26 worship songs
- A music theory workbook
The Intermediate worship guitar course consolidates musical material that was introduced on the Improvers worship guitar course…more
Advanced Guitar Worship Courses
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Advanced 1
£170.00Advanced 1
For those people who have completed the Intermediate worship guitar course, are starting to take the guitar more seriously, and fancy progressing further…more
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Advanced 2 – The Black Run
£180.00Advanced 2 – The Black Run
The Black Run! The Advanced 2 worship guitar course builds on material covered in earlier courses and is designed for those that are committed to playing the guitar and want to push their skills further…more
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Advanced 3 – Next Steps
£180.00Advanced 3 – Next Steps
The course is aimed at a similar technical level to Advanced 2, but has different material.The hope is that the course will encourage a creative approach to guitar playing and working out your own version of songs…more
The Lead Guitar Worship Courses
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Lead Guitar 1 – Intro
£180.00Lead Guitar 1 – Intro
We will look at playing solos, of course, but that doesn’t happen so often in the worship context – It’s often more a matter of finding something that compliments the song and adds to what the rhythm player is doing…more
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Lead Guitar 2 – Playing solos
£180.00Lead Guitar 2 – Playing solos
The Lead Guitar 2 worship guitar course builds on material covered in earlier courses and is all about being able to play a guitar solo in various styles…more
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Lead Guitar 3 – Exploring Modes
£180.00Lead Guitar 3 – Exploring Modes
… Or Playing Second Guitar While Someone Else is Playing Rhythm
… Or Venturing Up Past the 3rd Fret
… Or Understanding the CAGED Layout on the Guitar…more -
Lead Guitar 4 – Consolidation
£180.00Lead Guitar 4 – Consolidation
Lead Guitar 4 is about consolidation of material from the previous lead guitar courses.
We have a thorough examination of the 5 pentatonic positions using songs in relevant keys…more
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Lead Guitar 5 – From Scales to Music
£180.00Lead Guitar 5 – From Scales to Music
On Lead 5 we’ll be be focussed solely on creating improvised melodies on worship songs…more
“And so they played all kinds of stringed instruments, with all their hearts…”
Holy Bible
