I’m a professional guitarist, songwriter, producer and music educator, with over 15 years touring, recording and teaching experience in Further and Higher Education. After an early break into the music industry through Atlantic Records, I’ve continued to develop my versatility as a guitar-player working with artists, musicians and producers across various musical genres. I’m currently the Programme Leader at Spirit Studios for the BA (Hons) Popular Music, Songwriting and Performance degree.Open to work for:• Live Work | Corporate Bands• Studio Work | Remote Sessions• Music Education | Resource Development For all live or studio work, DM or email me via:Email: stevenamarsden@gmail.comIG: @stevenamarsdenTikTok: @stevenamarsdenFB: @stevenamarsdenguitarplayer‘When anyone enquires if I know of any guitarists for session work or touring, my mind immediately goes to Steve! A fantastic player and all round good guy. It was a pleasure working with him and I look forward to doing so again in the future…’ - Joel De'ath (A&R Consultant at Cooking Vinyl)‘Steve’s been employed by us at Solar on a session basis and has always delivered. A dedicated and extremely talented individual whom I wouldn't hesitate recommending within the music industry…’ - Gunther Walker (Senior Manager/Business Affairs at Solar Management Ltd)‘Steve is a fantastic guitarist, songwriter, arranger, and all round top fella. He will always find the right sound or part to serve the song he is playing. Aside from the fact he outshone my own musical abilities by a country mile, it was great touring with him!’ - Nick Fowler (Session Musician for Gaz Coombes, Fionn Regan, Emiliana Torrini)‘Steve is a fantastic tutor, mentor and all round nice guy! He is patient and very knowledgeable in all aspects of guitar techniques, application and music theory! I learned theory for the first time from Steve and I can’t thank him enough for his expert guidance! Highly recommended - 5*’ - Paul Winstanley (BIMM Manchester Graduate/Bass Player)‘Steve is not only an exemplary guitarist, but a wonderful teacher that utilises excellent, student friendly teaching methods! Not only has he helped me grasp some more difficult music theory concepts, but has shown me a way to apply it in a practical and musical sense, ready to be used in real/professional musical environments! I whole heartedly recommend Steve as a guitar tutor in every capacity!’ - Jack Wild (Session Guitarist & Guitar Tutor Registry of Guitar Tutors - RGTCert/BIMM Manchester Graduate)