Learn Guitar in Oatley
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High School
Learn MoreFrom first lessons, to playing your favorite songs, to achieving exam and top HSC results, Village Guitar teachers are committed to helping you get there. We are here to help your child achieve their goals.
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Adult
Learn MoreAcoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar and ukulele. Enjoy a range of music styles? – from rock and blues to pop and acoustic. Learn to play for the enjoyment of music.
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Specialised courses to build your skills. Beginner courses, advanced skills in fingerpicking and folk guitar styles. Learn at your own pace.
Guitar Service Centre
Get your guitar sounding real nice...
From a restring and tune up to a full set up and major repairs, we can help get your guitar sounding real good!
Quality service and repairs from experienced repairers.
Buzz Box Guitars
Handcrafted one at a time...
Since 2012, I have been hand crafting cigar box guitars in Oatley, NSW.
"I build around collected boxes and parts, crafting a slide guitar using Australian hardwoods. Carefully made to be played and cherished as a unique instrument."
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Try A Little Kindness by Glenn Campbell
Mark WilkesOriginally written by Curt Sapaugh and Bobby Austin, Try a Little Kindness was first recorded by Glen Campbell, and it quickly became one of his signature hits. Released in 1969,...
Try A Little Kindness by Glenn Campbell
Mark WilkesOriginally written by Curt Sapaugh and Bobby Austin, Try a Little Kindness was first recorded by Glen Campbell, and it quickly became one of his signature hits. Released in 1969,...
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True Blue by John Williamson
Mark WilkesJohn changed the lyrics from "or just vegemite" to "or will she be right" when American-owned "Kraft" bought Vegemite and refused to contribute to the "Australian Made" campaign despite profiting...
True Blue by John Williamson
Mark WilkesJohn changed the lyrics from "or just vegemite" to "or will she be right" when American-owned "Kraft" bought Vegemite and refused to contribute to the "Australian Made" campaign despite profiting...
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Peaceful Easy Feeling by Eagles
Mark WilkesPeaceful Easy Feeling stands as one of the most iconic tracks from the Eagles’ 1972 debut album, capturing the laid-back California vibe that would come to define the band’s sound....
Peaceful Easy Feeling by Eagles
Mark WilkesPeaceful Easy Feeling stands as one of the most iconic tracks from the Eagles’ 1972 debut album, capturing the laid-back California vibe that would come to define the band’s sound....
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And The Band Played Waltzing Matilda by Eric Bogle
Mark WilkesAnd the Band Played Waltzing Matilda is a poignant ballad written in 1971 by Scottish-born Australian singer-songwriter Eric Bogle.
And The Band Played Waltzing Matilda by Eric Bogle
Mark WilkesAnd the Band Played Waltzing Matilda is a poignant ballad written in 1971 by Scottish-born Australian singer-songwriter Eric Bogle.
on this day...
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On This Day in 1976
Ellie WilkesOn this day in 1976, The Ramones released their debut self-titled album, a pivotal work in the history of punk music.
On This Day in 1976
Ellie WilkesOn this day in 1976, The Ramones released their debut self-titled album, a pivotal work in the history of punk music.
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On This Day in 1961
Ellie WilkesOn this day in 1961, Bob Dylan played his first show in New York City, opening for the pioneer of electric delta blues, John Lee Hooker.
On This Day in 1961
Ellie WilkesOn this day in 1961, Bob Dylan played his first show in New York City, opening for the pioneer of electric delta blues, John Lee Hooker.
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On This Day in 1970
Ellie WilkesOn this day in 1970, Crosby Stills Nash and Young topped the US albums chart with Déjà Vu. Featuring the hits Teach Your Children, Our House, and a cover of...
On This Day in 1970
Ellie WilkesOn this day in 1970, Crosby Stills Nash and Young topped the US albums chart with Déjà Vu. Featuring the hits Teach Your Children, Our House, and a cover of...
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What is a Dreadnought or Western Guitar?
Mark WilkesThe Dreadnought rose to fame in the 20th century and has remained one of the most popular guitar types available today, so what makes it different from other acoustics? Developed...
What is a Dreadnought or Western Guitar?
Mark WilkesThe Dreadnought rose to fame in the 20th century and has remained one of the most popular guitar types available today, so what makes it different from other acoustics? Developed...
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How To Tune Your Ukulele
Ellie WilkesOne of the most important steps of learning ukulele, or any string instrument, is learning how to keep the strings in tune. An out of tune instrument sounds terrible. Keeping it...
How To Tune Your Ukulele
Ellie WilkesOne of the most important steps of learning ukulele, or any string instrument, is learning how to keep the strings in tune. An out of tune instrument sounds terrible. Keeping it...
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Choosing the right ukulele size for you
Mark WilkesIf you’re thinking about picking up the ukulele, or maybe you're ready to add a new one to your collection, you’ve probably noticed there are a few different sizes to...
Choosing the right ukulele size for you
Mark WilkesIf you’re thinking about picking up the ukulele, or maybe you're ready to add a new one to your collection, you’ve probably noticed there are a few different sizes to...
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How To Tune Your Guitar
Ellie WilkesOne of the most important steps of learning guitar, or any string instrument, is learning how to keep the strings in tune. An out of tune instrument sounds terrible -...
How To Tune Your Guitar
Ellie WilkesOne of the most important steps of learning guitar, or any string instrument, is learning how to keep the strings in tune. An out of tune instrument sounds terrible -...
guitar news...
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Neil Young Releases New Album Oceanside Country...
Ellie WilkesOn a quest to unearth old recordings and scrapped projects from his archives, Neil Young has released the long-awaited second album of his Special Release Series. Oceanside Countryside which follows Hitchiker,...
Neil Young Releases New Album Oceanside Country...
Ellie WilkesOn a quest to unearth old recordings and scrapped projects from his archives, Neil Young has released the long-awaited second album of his Special Release Series. Oceanside Countryside which follows Hitchiker,...
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15 Songs To Play On Australia Day
Mark WilkesEveryone will have their opinion on this list. But I reckon if you’re sitting around a BBQ on Australia Day and these come on - you’re going to sing along!...
15 Songs To Play On Australia Day
Mark WilkesEveryone will have their opinion on this list. But I reckon if you’re sitting around a BBQ on Australia Day and these come on - you’re going to sing along!...
