Meet The Team

James Testani

James Testani is the founder of GoodGuitarist, where he helps everyday people learn guitar through simple, structured, and encouraging lessons.

With a background in music education, James focuses on real progress—teaching full songs and building confidence. His YouTube channel (580K+ subscribers, nearly 1M views/month) features clear, song-based tutorials, and his step-by-step courses take students from beginner to confident player. Off-camera, he enjoys family time and playing in his wife’s band, Willolux.

Chris Robinson – July 2025 Student of the Month

Chris Robinson served in the Canadian Armed Forces for 30 years. After retiring, he turned to the guitar as a way to manage PTSD and ongoing physical health issues. He had never played an instrument before, but the guitar gave him something to focus on and helped bring some structure back into his day.
He found Good Guitarist while researching online lessons. What stood out to him was how personal and responsive the experience felt. “It wasn’t just another course,” Chris said. “James actually replied to my questions and helped me figure things out when I got stuck. That made a big difference.”
Over time, Chris became an active member of the community, helping out with moderation and supporting others in the group. He still considers himself a beginner, but he shows up consistently and continues to improve at playing guitar. He says it’s the first thing he does in the morning and the last thing he does before bed.
We’re recognizing Chris this month for his dedication and the steady support he brings to the community. It’s always great having him around.