Ben Lazzaro is a contemporary guitarist and educator based in Western Australia. He currently teaches guitar at a leading Australian music conservatorium, working with Advanced Diploma and Bachelor-level students through practical tuition, coursework guidance, and preparation for graduation recitals. Teaching at the university level has become one of the most meaningful parts of Ben’s career, approaching it with patience, clarity, and a genuine desire to help students grow, regardless of their starting point.

Alongside his tertiary teaching, Ben is also an experienced private educator, boasting a 100% success rate in preparing students for auditions into university-level music courses and selective high school music programs. His students have achieved remarkable results, including 1st and 3rd place at the nationally renowned 2025 Oz Schools Instrumental Championships.

As a performer, Ben has worked across festivals, original music projects, and a wide range of corporate and community events. Over the years, he has had the opportunity to support and share the stage with artists such as Carlos Santana, UB40, You Am I, Art vs. Science, Mark Seymour, Daryl Braithwaite, and San Cisco, largely through his work with Australian singer-songwriter Toby Beard. Whether performing in small ensemble settings or on larger stages, his focus has always been on musicality, sensitivity, and professionalism.

Through years of teaching students at every level — from complete beginners to advanced performers — Ben has developed a clear understanding of how people learn music best. He has seen how overwhelming or overly technical approaches can hinder progress, and how clarity, listening, and musical engagement can help students build confidence and momentum.

At the heart of Ben’s teaching is a simple philosophy: learning music should feel authentic, achievable, and rewarding — as close as possible to the feeling of listening to your favourite song. His approach is grounded in humility, curiosity, and a deep respect for the craft, with the aim of creating a supportive environment where students feel encouraged to explore, listen, and grow as musicians.

Pickstart is built on these same principles — offering beginners a clear, musical starting point that prioritises real progress without overwhelm.

If you’re ready to begin learning guitar with clarity and confidence, Pickstart is designed to help you take that first step.