A new guitar school and shop has opened in Railway Place.

The Guitar Studio has a wide range of instruments - acoustic and electric, as well as effects pedals, strings, amplifiers and other accessories. The stock also includes bass guitars and ukuleles as well as specialist guitars, vintage, antique and second-hand instruments.
Tuition is provided across the range of skills and levels, with classes available most evenings in three teaching rooms. Both group and one-to-one lessions are offered.
The Guitar Studio is open Monday to Friday until late as well as Saturdays.
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