Adam Holgate - Musician & Teacher

Adam Holgate - Musician & Teacher Songwriter / Guitarist / Bassist / Vocalist / Teacher/ Sound Engineer / Producer Advanced DBS Check & Safeguarding Policy available. Grew up in a lighthouse.

TEACHING STYLE

Adam believes every student can have freedom of expression through the beautiful language of music. Together you follow a fun structured course designed to take you from the very foundations of music through to advanced concepts in Acoustic, Electric or Bass Guitar. You start by looking at the basics - posture, technique, reading music, open chords & barre chords. Then you learn how to build vocabulary with arpeggios, scales, modes, rhythms & practice techniques. Finally you will study improvisation & songwriting so you can express yourself in musical terms. You choose the musical styles & repertoire so bring your favourite music to the lesson. Adam knows what it is like to be a student, how to stay motivated & enjoy the experience. Learn online, in a dedicated home studio space in Bristol, or at your home if nearby. Have a free introductory lesson to get to know each other, talk about your goals and play some music. Send Adam a message to book now! EXPERIENCE

Adam is an international session Guitarist / Bassist & published songwriter. He has 15 years experience of working in the music industry & teaching. He can also offer support with how to monetise your musical skills and develop your songwriting.



His main project 'Hannah Williams & The Affirmations' was sampled in 2017 by Jay-Z on a Grammy nominated, Platinum selling track '4.44'. He has had songs synced for commercials & TV. He has toured in the USA, Canada, Japan, 15 European countries & appeared on National TV / Radio. A career highlight was headlining the Main stage at Montreal Jazz Festival 2018 to 30,000 people.


He is deeply passionate about music & the guitar. A lover of Acoustic Fingerstyle & old African American music; primarily Blues, Soul, Gospel, Hip-hop & Funk. 
Master of Arts in Philosophy from St Andrews University, 2009. Born & raised in the Orkney Islands.

25/09/2026

Peter Green Blues at The Peoples Front Room, Shambala Festival 2026

Come join us every 2nd Thursday of the Month for the Greenbank Organ Trio The Greenbank Pub. This month we have amazing ...
08/09/2026

Come join us every 2nd Thursday of the Month for the Greenbank Organ Trio The Greenbank Pub. This month we have amazing R U T H R O Y A L L and Jonny Henderson guesting, with Rhian Williams and myself. Authentic soul, jazz, funk and blues from the 60's with real Hammond B3 Organ and Leslie Cab!

07/09/2026

Thank you to for another wonderful year of UK festivals. Its my 15th year of performing there and the crew there are like family. This venue has put on a huge number of incredible shows and helped support and even form many bands. and thank you for all the effort you both put in.

Using Stormy Mondays in H 535, my dream guitar.
Filmed at Shambala Festival 2026.


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05/09/2026
04/09/2026

New song + guitar solo with from Geneva in June.
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Last festival of the summer with The People's Front Room at the legendary Shambala Festival. Our favorite one each year...
24/08/2026

Last festival of the summer with The People's Front Room at the legendary Shambala Festival. Our favorite one each year ❤️🤟

22/08/2026

Had an awesome gig playing at with last night! The audience an stage team were amazing, thank you so much! X

Come and join us at Mr Wolfs on Friday 15th August for Soul and Blues / Rock covers! Doors 9pm, £4 Adv/ £5 OTD. DJ after...
09/08/2026

Come and join us at Mr Wolfs on Friday 15th August for Soul and Blues / Rock covers! Doors 9pm, £4 Adv/ £5 OTD. DJ afterwards. See ya there!

Join us every 2nd Thursday for a monthly night of Soul and Blues at the Greenbank in Easton! Songs reimagined in the sty...
08/08/2026

Join us every 2nd Thursday for a monthly night of Soul and Blues at the Greenbank in Easton! Songs reimagined in the style of a classic 60's Organ Trio. We will be bringing a Hammond and Lesley for that authentic sound 🐐🤟. Hope to see you there!

04/08/2026

Thank fou and Wilderness Festival!

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