Live Stage
Workshops, talks, demos and performances
Tom Dalby
Oxfordshire Music School & Great British Guitar Shows founder
Beginners Guitar Workshop
12:00pm – 12:30pm
Tom will be hosting a free workshop for aspiring guitarists. Never picked up a guitar before? This is the perfect opportunity to get started.
During this friendly and accessible session, Tom will guide you through the fundamentals of playing guitar, helping you build a solid foundation and set you on the right path for your musical journey.
Signed copies of Tom's acclaimed guitar course, How To Play Guitar, will be available to purchase after the workshop.
How to Solo the Easy Way!
12:45-1:15pm
Tom is known for his unique teaching style, breaking down complex guitar concepts into small, manageable steps that are easy to understand and apply.
In this session, Tom will explain his approach to improvising guitar solos, share practical techniques, and offer advice on how you can create your own exciting and memorable solos. Whether you're new to lead guitar or looking to improve your confidence, you'll leave with ideas you can start using straight away.
Thomas Heppell
Performance and interactive slide workshop
1:30-2:15pm
From the sun-soaked South Coast of the UK to legendary venues nationwide, Thomas Heppell is redefining the blues for a new era. Blending the soul of Blues, the raw energy of Rock & Roll, and the finesse of Jazz, Thomas captivates audiences—whether commanding the stage solo or driving the groove with his powerhouse trio.
Sharing the stage with the greats, Thomas has performed alongside legends like Albert Lee (Buddy Holly, Eric Clapton, The Everly Brothers), Stan Webb (Chicken Shack), Mike Zito, Alastair Greene, Dan Patlansky, The Cinelli Brothers, Elles Bailey, and even Strictly Come Dancing’s Anton du Beke!
Thomas will be performing a short set and then jumping into an interactive acoustic slide guitar workshop.
