102 Reviews by students/parents about Cool Gool Music’s lessons

“Malcolm is a very good teacher, he has a passion for music and clearly wants his students to do well, to understand the foundations of music, and to play music well.”
– Daniel, acoustic guitar student

“Fully satisfied. Malcolm is a great musician with teaching skill. I recommend him without reservation.”
– Getu, father of Ruth, acoustic & electric guitar student

“Would recommend Malcolm to anyone who wants to learn ukelele. Very enthusiastic about your learning experience. Very keen for you to progress.”
– Karen, grandma of Cassian, ukulele student

“Malcolm is very passionate about music. He has a very effective teaching style for those who want to learn chords, improvise, and analyze songs. Happy to recommend him as a great teacher.”
– Julia, acoustic guitar student

“Malcolm’s lessons are never dull! He brings bags of enthusiasm to our lessons (think Jack Black’s character from School of Rock) which he balances with discipline and knowledge (think Mr Miyagi from Karate Kid). He’s helped me gain a better understanding of music and brought far more structure to my guitar playing.”
– Alex, electric guitar student

“Malcolm is great. He’s an effective teacher who cares about you both improving and enjoying the guitar. He is direct, in a good way, so you’re always clear in what you need to do. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.”
– Mark, acoustic guitar student

“I really like that everything Malcolm teaches is very well orginized, structured and all the new topics are built upon previous lessons. During a year studying guitar with him, I’ve learned much more than for several years on my own”
– Artem, electric guitar student

“Malcolm is a very professional guitar teacher. Every lesson is filled with valuable information and useful tips on how to take your guitar skills to the next level. I got the first 5 lessons as a gift from my friend and was happy to continue after because I really enjoyed his teaching style which is easy to follow and understand. Malcolm always has a solution to any difficulty and always finds a way to motivate and inspire you! Thank you!”
– Renata, electric guitar student

“Mr. M. Callus is a great teacher who loves guitar and shares this with his students. He finds a way to build a relationship with students of different age and background, & explains the lesson in a funny and creative way. He can adapt to your learning pace, but also pushes to improve. As an adult student having other responsibilities and limited time to practise, I appreciate his understanding and flexibility. I have been priviledged to attend Mr. M. Callus guitar classes for the past year!.”
– Ausra, acoustic guitar student

“Great teacher with a lot of guitar knowledge and expertise. Malcolm really wants to see his students succeed and get better.”
– Kola, acoustic guitar student

“Great and experienced guitar teacher. Highly recommended.”
– Dominika, mother of Kenneth, acoustic guitar student

“Great music teacher. I’ve learned so much about technique and about my guitar playing in the few months already that I started practicing with him. It’s great to finally have a guitar teacher to ask questions to, who is also a great musician! He helped me grow a lot in the 2 years that I had him as my teacher. Starting from being an absolute beginner on the guitar, I’m much more comfortable with learning songs and improvising in the key of the songs I would like to learn. The knowledge I gained from him benefitted not only my guitar playing, but other areas of my life too. I would definitely recommend Malcolm’s services as a teacher!”
– Ryan Morrisson, acoustic guitar student

“Malcolm is a very good guitar teacher. He has loads of enthusiasm for music, and provides very well structured lessons. He has great knowledge & wisdom in his chosen field, and shares it well with good analogies and explanations for any questions I have. I would highly recommend Malcolm to anyone who is serious about learning guitar”
– Gavin Smith, electric guitar student

“I first started as a complete beginner and despite my “head in the clouds” learning style, Malcolm manages to give me a structure, makes me stick to an efficient method and I can already see massive improvements after a couple of months both on the theory and practice side. Already picking up on a favorite song this week :)”
– Celine Caro, acoustic guitar student

“Amazing teacher. Would recommend. I’ve improved greatly since I started lessons.”
– George Malcolm, electric guitar student

“Malcolm is a great tutor! He loves music, and has experience performing and teaching. I would really recommend him – his experience as a tutor makes him professional while also super friendly and kind, able to play different styles and can adapt to your level. Thanks Malcolm!!”
– Tatiana, bass guitar student

“Malcolm is a great guitar teacher, learning with him is very structured and you can see the progress every week. Would highly recommend to anyone!”
– Gabriele, acoustic guitar student

“My daughter is 6 years old and she really enjoys learning the ukulele from Malcolm. He is very systematic and patient especially with a 6 year old. Would highly recommend if someone is looking to learn uke/guitar. If one would follow the ways he teaches, the foundation would be really strong.”
– Palak, mother of Anaiya, ukulele student

“I’ve been learning guitar with Malcolm for more than a year, during which I have seen my skills improve massively. Lessons are always well structured around specific topics with a good balance of theory and practice, allowing you to take the content of the lesson up a level with homework during the week. Malcolm is flexible on the skills that you want to learn more quickly, tailoring the content of the lessons so you can get the most satisfaction from the learning experience with him. That keeps you motivated and wanting to learn more while making it a lot of fun. I would definitely recommend him if you are serious about learning to play guitar.”
– Victor Fenes, classic & electric guitar student

“Malcolm is an amazing music teacher. Through his expert knowledge, he knows exactly when to push you, or when you need more assistance. With this skilled approach, you move along at a pace that is comfortable for you without ever feeling like you are out of your depth. For anyone who is looking to learn guitar or ukulele, you will find that Malcolm is a fantastic choice.”
– Paul Gill, ukulele student

“Malcolm is incredibly knowledgable and a superb teacher. He explains things with brilliant analogies and has an expert level of musical understanding. Very friendly and welcoming, with lessons always going at the perfect pace. 10/10 – would recommend to anybody of any level. I’ve been playing guitar for over 10 years but wanted some lessons to improve in areas that I’m not as up to scratch on, and lessons with Malcolm have been perfect for this.”
– Conor Cleere, electric guitar student

“He’s experienced, knows how to teach, can have fun and has a good selection of tea :)”
– Matthew Benjamin, classical guitar student

“Malcolm is a dedicated teacher. He looks for ways to engage students and stimulate their interests in music. My son had lessons from quite a young age, and the thought that went into teaching methods and techniques meant the lessons were never boring. I really believe Malcolm is passionate about helping his students to succeed and enjoy learning.”
– Rebecca, mother of Joel, ukulele student

“Pretty direct and straight to the point! By the time you know it you’ll realise you’ve actually learned something! If you’re aiming to be a great guitarist with extensive knowledge of your instrument, Malcolm’s the guy you want teaching you. He’s a great teacher who knows what it takes to improve your skills and is very flexible as well. Prices are very reasonable too!”
– Hidayat Muhammed, bass guitar student

“My son has been going to Cool Gool Music from when he was in year 5 at primary school. He did not know anything about the guitar & now he is doing amazing. Malcolm is a fantastic tutor. He is very passionate about his music and teaching and wants the very best for his pupils. He is flexible with his time and is very professional. I am very pleased with my son’s progress, thanks to Malcolm he lives and enjoys playing his guitar.”
– Elaine, mother of Nathan, electric guitar student

“Nice and friendly atmosphere. Very inspirational and motivational tutor!”
– Kate, mother of Hanna, ukulele student

“Great fun! Malcolm is hilarious and extremely talented. He teaches you to have confidence in yourself and before you know it you’ll be playing like a pro!”
– Kym Marquis-Lee, acoustic guitar student

“Efficient, comprehensive, easy to follow and enjoyable”
– Michael Ahimah, acoustic guitar student

“Malcolm is an excellent teacher – really committed to helping me learn and master the instrument. Definitely no shortcuts with this guy!!”
– Anita Maj, electric guitar student

“Malcolm is a really great teacher and with his guidance, my guitar skills have developed so much since beginning lessons with him. His method of teaching also sets you up for success, while being as efficient as possible to get the more boring stuff (theory/technique) learned quickly so you can do the fun stuff of playing fun songs or even making your own music. Getting to understand the theory behind the music  made things so much easier too. I started off just wanting to learn to play songs, but now I’m gaining the knowledge to sit down and one day be able to understand any piece of music and come up with my own solos. Definitely better than struggling along with youtube videos! I’d highly recommend lessons with Malcolm. The adjustment to online lessons during Covid has also gone really smoothly!”
– Kelly Whiting, acoustic guitar student

“Just brilliant!”
– Evie Brice, parent of ukulele student Aaron

“Efficient, comprehensive, easy to follow and enjoyable”
– Michael Ahimah, acoustic guitar student

“Very fun and enjoyable, learning new things every time without knowing.”
– Aydin Arif, bass guitar student

“I learn a ton each lesson with Malcolm and it’s clear he has a huge amount of knowledge and skill. I’ve been learning guitar with him for two years now. He’s an amazing guitarist and also an outstanding teacher. His very structured approach mixed with a huge depth of knowledge means I’m always progressing and learning new skills at a pace that works for me.”
– Paul Case, electric guitar student

“Malcolm is a very knowledgeable teacher and at the same time he is able to keep you focused on your career path, regardless if you want to be a campfire guitarist or a top guitar player. Super cool teacher, but not as cool as me! But who is? I am cooler than all Westminster Parliament put together 😀”
– Jose Ardini, electric guitar student

“It’s great learning from Malcolm. When you learn a lot and don’t even notice the time it’s an amazing experience. I recommend him to everyone who wants to learn how to play guitar and have a good time.”
– Tiago Figueiredo, electric guitar student

“Malcolm is a very patient teacher who has taught me a lot and helped me through 7 exams.”
– Nancy Booker, electric guitar student

“I really enjoy learning guitar with Malcolm, he explains things well to a newbie like me!”
– Claire Reynolds, acoustic guitar student

“He is a great teacher who genuinely wants you to improve. His lessons are always well structured and fun.”
– Peter Copper, acoustic guitar student

” Interesting! He likes to keep me on my toes!”
– Jaxon Darby, electric guitar student

“Malcolm really understands what I want to learn and tailors the lessons to fit that.”
– Graham Seabrook, electric guitar student

“Great teacher. Really understood how to teach me. Very organised & highly recommended.”
– Emma Oriana Grewal, online acoustic guitar student

“I’m not the best at keeping up with practice or homework but Malcolm’s never judgemental, always supportive and very adept at assessing what level I’m at and what I need to do next to improve. I keep up my lessons because I enjoy them and because Malcolm always makes me feel like I have the potential to be a good guitarist!!! So far I’ve had around 5 months of weekly lessons with Malcolm and I’m extremely happy with my progress . He really is an exceptional teacher, organised, efficient, thorough and supportive. Highly recommended.
– Karina Leigh, electric guitar student

“Malcolm is the greatest teacher and friend. He come to Australia back in 2003 and I only had the pleasure of meeting and learning from him half way into his stay here. He made sure I understood the theory he laid out before he left. What he taught me is so beneficial and I’m forever grateful.”
– Pete Gange, electric guitar student

“Malcolm is a great and passionate teacher. Our lessons are very enjoyable and he has given me a great musical foundation upon which to build on. I taught myself before Malcolm to a certain level but Malcolm has pushed me way beyond the level I was at before I met him”
– Alex Achikeh, electric guitar student

“My 7 year old son has been learning ukulele with Malcolm for around 1 year. He has made good progress and enjoys playing the ukulele. Malcolm is a great teacher.”
– Sally Dowman, parent of ukulele student

“Invigorating, fun & lively, structured & progressive fast paced learning from basics through to soloing! Malcolm encourages me to practice – I’ve seen a lot of improvement and can now improvise and solo in a way I hadn’t thought I’d be able to. I’ve found someone to jam with as a result of the encouragement, learning and confidence Malcolm has given me. I really also enjoy the group lessons – jamming the blues in the park with Malcolm and my fellow students on a sunny evening was a great feeling. Good fun – highly recommended!”
– Rob Cruz, electric guitar student

“Wicked guitar tutor, I learned loads in a very short time!”
– Greg Taylor, electric guitar student

“I found Malcolm via his website and I was seeing him for a few months to take 1 to 1 guitar lessons. He is very knowledgable and passionate about both music as a whole and guitar playing in particular. What’s more important, he really tries to give you the maximum value for your money and time, he is very organised and has created his own curriculum and materials which are all spot on! I had to cease with the lessons temporarily simply because my work wasn’t leaving me much time to practice but am intending to return to his tutoring as soon as I stop traveling for work so much. I recommend Malcolm’s tutoring services very much! If you have enough time to practice and do the homework he assigns to you, you will advance quickly!”
– Tony Pavlov, acoustic guitar student

“I’ve been learning with Malcolm for a while now and enjoy it immensely. I really feel like I’m learning the techniques to play the style of music that I want to play and I can feel myself progressing in my preferred genres which is immensely satisfying.”
– Graham Seabrook, online electric guitar student

“Malcolm is an experienced guitarist and educator who can quickly evaluate skill level and understand how and what to teach. He is organized and methodical and pushes his students at necessary measure. As someone who has played guitar for a long time but has never been disciplined in my practice, I have found Malcolm to be a great instructor for me.”
– Rick Ducott, acoustic guitar student

“Malcolm is a very energetic teacher. He makes each lesson interesting and challenging, with progression from week to week. He makes sure I’m challenged so my skills develop.”
– Katy Shearer, acoustic guitar student

“Malcolm is a perceptive, engaging teacher, who I have found provides me with just the right level of challenge to continually improve without feeling totally out of my depth. He really knows his stuff, and often the reasons behind certain exercises and techniques aren’t immediately obvious, in short order they are thrown into sharp relief with a ‘Gotcha!’ moment. He’s constantly working with me at a challenging level, but not one which goes beyond my level of comprehension. I’m thankful we got back on track after an interruption of studies and can’t recommend him more highly.”
– William Ayerst, online electric guitar student

“Malcolm is a very structured music teacher, which I like. I can see my progress, as the classes mount up. I would recommend him, especially for a beginner, like myself.”
– Lyn Hanrahan, bass guitar student

“Perfect teacher for my metal playing. Thank you.”
– Valentin Kratochvil, electric guitar student

“Malcolm is an enthusiastic and professional teacher. In the 9 months I have been having lessons with him my playing has improved so much that my girlfriend no longer has to leave the room when I practice! His teaching covers all aspects of acoustic guitar playing, chords, rhythm playing, theory, scales, arpeggios, and soloing. He encourages self expression in his teaching and his enthusiasm for his subject shows in approach to lessons. He encourages students to express themselves and to enjoy playing, as well as making sure that the fundamentals of theory and technique are in place. My confidence in my guitar playing has increased enormously in just 9 months of lessons.”
– John Ford, acoustic guitar student

“Glad to be learning the guitar properly at long last! Really enjoying my sessions with Malcolm. Very organised and structured to help each individual from beginner level onward. Just signed up again for more lessons. Recommended.”
– Martin Suffolk, acoustic guitar student