Trusted by discerning families and estate managers across the UK and internationally, Charlie Hodgson offers bespoke, one-to-one guitar tuition for children, teenagers, and adults — delivered in the privacy of your residence.
With over a decade of experience teaching in high-end family homes, Charlie's approach is calm, flexible and culturally aware — ideal for households seeking a discreet, enriching musical experience tailored to individual needs. More than just guitar tutoring, Charlie offers long-term musical mentorship as a lifestyle enrichment within your family home.
Charlie’s clients span London, South East, the UAE, Hong Kong and across Europe. Lessons are often arranged during summer holidays, Easter, half-terms, Christmas, or when families are in seasonal residence. His pupils span the globe - from Buckinghamshire estates to one-to-one live Zoom lessons with young pupils in the Bahamas.
Each session is personalised — from complete beginners to advanced learners — and can be taught on acoustic or electric guitar.
• One-to-one lessons tailored to age, level and musical taste
• Calm, professional, culturally sensitive presence
• Minimum 1 hour per lesson for quality learning
• DBS-checked and experienced in high-security households
• Suitable for children, teenagers and adult learners
• Fully mobile with all equipment brought on-site
• Optional: recitals, songwriting, intensive blocks and progress reports
• High-net-worth families seeking meaningful education for their children
• Estate managers organising discreet in-home services
• Clients looking for consistent, high-quality enrichment
• Adults wanting a calm and fulfilling new hobby
• International families looking to fly-out a tutor or arrange remote tuition
• Nannies and PAs arranging exceptional extracurricular options
Charlie Hodgson is a theory-trained, jazz-influenced guitarist with high quality musicianship and over 20 years of professional experience.
Taught from the age of eleven by a world-renowned session guitarist and teaching & performing since the age of sixteen, Charlie combines deep technical understanding with a naturally expressive, intuitive style. He’s known for building warm, respectful relationships with families and guiding pupils at all levels — from early beginners to advanced musicians.
His style blends structured learning with space for creativity, helping each pupil progress with clarity and enjoyment.
What Makes Charlie Different
Charlie Hodgson is more than a tutor – he’s a private enrichment partner for modern estates. His sessions go beyond technical teaching — offering a deeply enriching and bespoke musical education tailored to each child. It’s not just guitar; it’s cultural development, mentorship, and having a private artist-in-residence.
Charlie teaches in the rhythm of the family’s life, adapting to the evolving needs of modern households. He elevates not just talent, but confidence and presence. He performs in the home, not just on the stage. There’s no off-the-shelf category for what he offers — it’s personal, discreet and tailored.
For discerning families who value artistry and enrichment in equal measure, Charlie is the discreet, expertly trained guitar tutor trusted by HNW households. At current, he is one of the only guitar tutors in the UK offering this standard of private service.
Many of Charlie’s clients opt for annual packages – both for ease of scheduling and long-term value. His private music mentorship plans are designed around each family’s preferences and priorities.
"Every child is different. But all children flourish with structure, encouragement, and calm guidance. My approach combines theory foundations with contemporary relevance, allowing each student to progress with confidence and musicality."
Charlie offers two ways to book tuition, designed to suit your family's preferences:
1. Priority Plans– Annual & Seasonal Plans
Charlie's most popular and cost-effective option. Most clients opt for long-term or seasonal plans, which offer savings, structure and guaranteed time in Charlie’s diary. Plans are limited in number to ensure a personalised experience for every pupil and household. Plans are billed in advance. Delivered in the comfort of your home. Travel is billed separately. View packages here.
2. Pay-As-You-Go – £275/hr
PAYG model available to select clients. Ideal for short-term needs or trial sessions. Must be booked in advance. Delivered in the comfort of your home. Travel is billed separately.
Booking & Availability
Charlie accepts a limited number of clients per season to maintain quality and availability. Early enquiry is advised.
• Charlie teaches in homes across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Notting Hill, Belgravia, Mayfair, Ascot, London, Chelsea, Fulham, Kensington, Knightsbridge, St John’s Wood, Westminster, Battersea, Hammersmith, Richmond, Surrey, Berkshire, Cheshire, Kent, the UK and overseas. Charlie is available for overseas bookings upon request. Remote sessions are also available worldwide.
• All bookings are confirmed in writing, and handled with total discretion
To enquire or request Charlie’s seasonal availability, please contact directly or speak to your estate manager:
contact.charliehodgsonmusic@gmail.com
07709 118932
More than just lessons — these are long-term mentorship plans designed to support creativity, consistency and long-term rapport and progression. Each plan is structured around your schedule and may include optional recitals, follow-ups and bespoke music kits.
Many of my clients opt for annual packages for savings and ease of booking.
All plans are offered at a reduced rate compared to single-session PAYG bookings (£275/hr), while still reflecting the calibre and commitment of Charlie's work.
• Multiple seasonal in-person blocks (Spring, Summer, Christmas, Autumn Half Term, New Year etc)
• Bespoke plan built around the family
• Plus optional end of year recitals or post-visit Zooms for progression tracking
• Optional luxury guitar kit add-on available
• Paid in one annual package fee
26 in-home lessons per year (1 per week across half the year)
£5,200 total
(save £1,950 vs pay-as-you-go rate)
Includes:
• 26 private 1:1 in-home sessions
• Preferred hourly rate
• Priority scheduling during your selected block
• Option to renew each term with priority access
Suggested split options:
• One full school term + weekly lessons in summer holidays (e.g May-August)
• Weekly lessons across September-March, with school breaks off
• Spread evenly over term-time only with scheduled breaks
Best for:
School holiday enrichment, short-term plans, new clients trialling a seasonal format, families wanting a more focused seasonal block, or starting mid-year
Payable:
Upfront in advance of first lesson, travel expenses additional
36 in-home lessons per year (12 per term, across 3 terms)
£7,200 total
(save £2,700 vs pay-as-you-go rate)
Includes:
• 36 private 1:1 in-home sessions
• Priority scheduling across 3 terms
Suggested split options:
• Weekly during Autumn, Spring & Summer (term-time only)
• Weekly in Autumn & Spring terms, and flexible summer sessions (e.g biweekly)
• Start in September and pause for family holidays/Christmas with lessons resuming in January
Best for:
Families with consistent term-time availability or who travel during holidays.
Payable:
Upfront in advance of first lesson, travel expenses additional
Full-year musical mentorship with consistency, support, growth and priority scheduling. for long-term progression. Our Residency and Legacy plans offer exceptional value, personalisation and continuity.
48 in-home lessons per year (avg. 1/week with 4 weeks off)
£11,040 total
(save £2,887 vs pay-as-you-go rate)
Includes:
• 48 private 1:1 home sessions
• Priority access to holiday time slots
• 1 bonus lesson (60 mins) if full 48 are used
• 1 complimentary Zoom check-in (30 mins)
• End-of-year written debrief by request
• Optional recital prep support: 1 hour lesson (help prepare pupil for home-based recital, giving families a moment to celebrate at the end of the year)
• Priority option to renew for the following year
*Recital execution not included and may be added at additional cost via recital bolt-on
Suggested split options:
• Weekly year-round with breaks at Christmas, Easter, Summer and Half Terms
• 2 lessons/week during holiday intensives, 1/week during term time
• Pupil attends boarding school? Concentrate lessons into school holidays only, 3-4 per week over 3-4 weeks at a time
• Any lessons can be switched to online/Zoom sessions instead if preferred, while family is away/travelling back home
Best for:
Families seeking sustained development, flexibility and rapport. Consistent year-round learning or more intensive progress bursts
Payable:
Upfront in advance of first lesson, travel expenses additional
For those seeking immersive mentorship, high-impact progress and household-level integration. Our Residency and Legacy plans offer exceptional value, personalisation and continuity.
60 in-home lessons per year (avg 2/week during key periods)
£13,800 total
(save £3,500 vs pay-as-you-go rate)
Includes:
• 60 private 1:1 in-home sessions
• Priority scheduling year-round
• Luxury guitar kit (worth over £500) - a beautifully presented keepsake set curated by Charlie, including premium strings, engraved accessories and a custom music notebook
• 3 Zoom check-ins (30 mins)
• 1 bonus lesson included if full 60 lessons are used
• End-of-year written report (email) and family debrief
• Recital prep and in-home showcase support: 1 hour lesson
• Advance renewal option to lock in same slot for following year
• £50 discount on first Premium Guitar Concierge Service (see bolt-ons below)
*Recital execution not included and may be added at additional cost via recital bolt-on
Suggested split options:
• Weekly in term time + 2x/week intensives in Easter & Summer holidays
• Twice per week across 3 major school breaks: Summer (July-August), Winter (Dec-Jan), and Spring (March-April)
• One lesson per week plus private recital coaching sessions in lead-up to family event or milestone
• Any lessons can be switched to online/Zoom sessions instead if preferred, while family is away/travelling back home
Best for:
Families seeking premium, private mentorship, high-level consistency, full-service support, celebration of progress, flexible bursts of progress, or preparing for performance goals.
Payable:
Upfront in advance of first lesson, travel expenses additional
Zoom Check-ins (30 min): £168 (Available only to active clients, must be booked >48 hours in advance)
Holiday Intensive: 3 sessions, 1 week: £600 (Term breaks only, £120 savings vs. PAYG)
Sibling/Adult Pair Lessons: £300/hr
Available upon request. Up to 2 participants, e.g. siblings or a parent & child. Add sibling lessons at £260/hr when booked within a seasonal plan.
Groups / 3+ participants (e.g. cousins): POA
Bespoke pricing upon request
Luxury Guitar Gift Pack: £500
A beautifully curated keepsake pack designed to mark your child's musical journey. Includes personalised engraved plectrum/s, premium strings, luxury music folder, personalised notebook - all presented in a gift-ready box. Perfect for birthdays, milestones, celebration of progress or end-of-year moments.
Gifted Lessons or Vouchers:
£60 card-only version with wax seal & ribbon
£100 for boxed version with tissue wrap & optional scented note/card
Gift the experience and enrichment of private guitar tuition, beautifully presented. Includes a handwritten or embossed voucher, soft-touch envelope wax sealed or luxury gift box, and optional card outlining what the recipient can expect. Ideal for birthdays, milestones or thank you gifts from family offices or guardians.
Guitar Rental:
£85/week
£275/month
£25/per lesson rental
For families who prefer to trial lessons before purchasing a guitar, or those travelling between homes, a limited number of guitars are available to rent directly through Charlie. This service is offered to reduce friction and help you get started without delay. Available exclusively to active tuition clients (children or adults). Limited availability, please enquire in advance.
Concierge Guitar Servicing: £200 (1 guitar)
A premium care service available exclusively to enrolled pupils. Ideal for seasonal instrument upkeep or gifting moments. Includes string replacement, deep clean, polish, tuning and a personal pickup/return service - all handled with discretion, warmth and precision. Travel is always billed seperately as with lessons. Free pick-up available if booked alongside an in-home lesson that week. One-off £50 discount on the first booking if signing-up to the Legacy Plan.
In-Home Recital: £1,000 (2 hours)
A private, in-home or estate-based recital milestone to celebrate progress at the end of the year. Curated setlist performed by the pupil. Ideal for inviting friends, family, or household staff to witness the pupil’s growth. 3 hours total, includes 1 hour of setup/soundcheck, 1 hour performance, 1 hour of wrap-up/discussion etc.
Bespoke Songwriting & Composition Projects: POA
I support the pupil in composing or arranging a piece over several weeks. Ideal for creative pupils or families who would like to personalise their musical journey.
Performance Coaching: £250/session
Coaching for pupils with upcoming gigs, concerts, assemblies, school shows etc. Includes confidence-building, polishing performance, stagecraft tips. Sessions are 1-2 stand-alone lessons, booked in addition to normal tuition. Optional follow-up charged separately.
Seasonal Guitar Gift Concierge: £150 concierge fee (plus cost of items)
A fully managed gifting service for birthdays, Christmas and special milestones. Charlie will personally source, wrap, deliver and set-up a new guitar or curated accessory kit - taking care of everything so you don't have to. Perfect for families who prefer a hands-off, thoughtful approach. Includes sourcing and gift-wrapping, in-person delivery, full set-up (stringing, tuning, tonal adjustments).
I understand that family scheduled can change, particularly across seasons, travel periods, and school holidays. That's why all annual and termly packages are designed with flexibility in mind.
Flexible Scheduling Across the Year
• Annual packages may be scheduled in continuous weekly blocks or split across the year (e.g Spring + Autumn terms, with Summer reserved for intensives)
• All sessions must be used within 12 months of your start date
• Lessons must be scheduled within the time validity stated per plan
• If a family completes their 48- or 60- lesson plan ahead of the 12 month period, additional lessons must be booked seperately, or a new plan must be selected to continue. Unused sessions do not roll over beyond the plan period unless agreed in writing.
• Tuition days/times are reserved in advance in consultation with the family. E.g:
Examples:
Spring (12 weeks) + Autumn (12 weeks) = 12-week Dual Track plan
September-December only = 16 week Seasonal Plan
48-week Annual Residency = Jan-July + Sept-Dec with August break
Fees, Payment and Travel
• Ad hoc lessons are charged at £275 per hour and must be paid for in advance
• All packages, whether annual, seasonal or pay-as-you-go blocks, must be paid in full before the first lesson (to secure session times for the entire duration and ensure continuity)
• Pricing (including plans) is exclusive of travel, which will be billed seperately based on mileage
Cancellations & Re-scheduling
• Refunds are not offered under any circumstances, including for unused sessions, late cancellations, travel, illness or short-notice changes
• We kindly ask for minimum 7 days' notice if re-scheduling is requested, although this is not guaranteed and subject to availability. No refund will be offered if a re-schedule is not possible
• Lessons missed without notice are charged in full
• All plans are fixed-hour blocks. Sessions cannot be rolled over beyond the agreed term or package period (or past the plan's end date). Any further sessions (in-home or online) beyond the allocated amount must be booked and invoiced seperately at the agreed rate.
• If the 48-lesson or 60-lesson plans are completed ahead of schedule, additional lessons must be purchased seperately or a new package selected
This policy ensures fairness, protects Charlie's diary, and upholds a high level of service to all clients.
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