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Top 10 guitar teachers in Chapel Hill, NC

Students agree: these Chapel Hill guitar lessons are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Steve's Bass, Guitar Lessons And Music Services

Steve's Bass, Guitar Lessons And Music Services

5.0Exceptional(5)
Offers online services
12 hires on Lessons
9+ years in business
Serves Chapel Hill, NC
Tim C. says, "Steve was very knowledgeable about music and teaching, and he was able to break down topics and ideas into easily digestible lessons and teaching moments. He noticed issues with my playing and helped me correct them both by showing me the correct way to do something and giving me exercises/a curriculum to work on. A shame that I am not able to continue doing lessons with him because of a change in our schedule, but I highly recommend him to future prospective students if he becomes available as a teacher again." Read more
Melodiya Music N’ Stage

Melodiya Music N’ Stage

5.0(2)
1 hire on Lessons
11+ years in business
Serves Chapel Hill, NC
Jon Q. says, "Top notch teaching! Would recommend to anyone who is looking to jump start their kid’s singing. 😊" Read more
Ellen Whitaker's Guitar Studio

Ellen Whitaker's Guitar Studio

4.9Exceptional(11)
11 hires on Lessons
43+ years in business
Serves Chapel Hill, NC
Anurag K. says, "Very sweet teacher with a very well thought out lesson plan!" Read more
Tokyo Rosenthal

Tokyo Rosenthal

New on Lessons
1 hire on Lessons
57+ years in business
Serves Chapel Hill, NC
50 years of guitar playing experience, award winning singer-songwriter, 7 albums released in the last 12 years, International touring artist, love to teach and pass my experience on to my students an get them to where they want to go, happy to travel to them,
Da Capo Al Coda

Da Capo Al Coda

4.3(3)
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
Serves Chapel Hill, NC
Maria S. says, "I am taking both drum and violin lessons from Brandon and Maria. Their extensive experience and teaching style makes our lessons fun and relaxing. As an adult student, I have a lot of time conflicts with work. But both Brandon and Maria have been extremely accommodating in working with my crazy schedule. I have learned so much and I would highly recommend!" Read more
Kaustav's Guitar Lessons

Kaustav's Guitar Lessons

New on Lessons
Offers online services
Serves Chapel Hill, NC
Kaustav Malik is a 26 year old guitarist that grew up in the rich rock and metal scene of Cleveland, Ohio. He specializes in progressive and technical play, has mastered an array of advanced techniques, and is capable of playing across many genres. He is also an experienced songwriter and has written, recorded, and toured with various bands that he started throughout his career. Kaustav's teaching style is rather personalized, preferring to enhance students' playing and creative skills instead of emphasizing the academic theory of music, which can be dry especially to new students. He has a knack for tuning his teaching style to the skill l
Durham Piano Lessons

Durham Piano Lessons

New on Lessons
3+ years in business
Serves Chapel Hill, NC
• Full-time musician and teacher • Experience with all ages and skill levels • Author of an instructional piano book • Teaches with a fun modern approach • Schedule a FREE in-home trial lesson You can also check out some videos of me playing on instagram.com/sergiogrossimusic Please contact me via IG☝︎so I can explain further and discuss my rates.
Brad Ward Guitar Studio

Brad Ward Guitar Studio

5.0Exceptional(14)
Offers online services
10 hires on Lessons
Serves Chapel Hill, NC
Dennis M. says, "Lots of fun and immediate results!" Read more
Russell Lacy Music

Russell Lacy Music

New on Lessons
12+ years in business
Serves Chapel Hill, NC
Russell Lacy Music, founded in 2012, serves the Durham, North Carolina region with a comprehensive range of music education services. They specialize in providing piano, guitar, voice, and percussion lessons for students of all ages. With a strong emphasis on both the craft and art of music, they offer private lessons, ensembles, group classes, and music therapy. Led by the founder, Russell Lacy, who holds a Master's degree in Afro-Latin music, composition, and arrangement, they are committed to helping students become the best musicians they can be.
Rich Music School

Rich Music School

New on Lessons
5+ years in business
Serves Chapel Hill, NC
Rich Music School, founded in 2019, is located in Cary and Morrisville, North Carolina. They offer music lessons, classes, parties, and camps for all instruments and all ages. The school makes learning fun by allowing students to play the songs they love and providing opportunities to perform at local gigs. They also offer in-home lessons for specific zip codes. The school's unique approach to music education aims to make great live music accessible to young people.

Your Guitar Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

How much do guitar lessons cost near me?

Guitar lessons cost $35 to $70 per lesson, depending on if they last 30 minutes or up to 1 hour. If it's a one-on-one lesson, it'll cost around $45 to $70 hourly. Learning guitar in a group is cheaper at $25 to $35 per session.

If you're taking lessons every month, it adds up to $170 to $315 with the typical prepaid discount.

Are guitar lessons worth it?

Guitar lessons are worth it since only a professional teacher giving you live feedback can guide you to learn faster. A good instructor helps you understand your mistakes and prevents you from developing bad habits.

Learning guitar by yourself takes a lot longer and won't prepare you as well to play in public.

At what age should I start guitar lessons?

Children can start guitar lessons from the ages of 6 to 10, or when they can comfortably hold the guitar and press the strings. Adults can start guitar lessons at any age, provided they practice regularly and patiently.

How many guitar lessons do I need?

The number of guitar lessons you need varies according to your goal and your practice routine. For many people, it typically takes about 2 to 6 months to play a simple tune. Mastering the guitar like a professional can take anywhere from 4 to 10 years.

What do you learn in guitar lessons?

In most guitar lessons, you can expect to learn:

  • How to correctly position your fingers to play chords
  • How to tune your guitar
  • How to play various scales
  • New techniques for plucking and strumming
  • How to read sheet music.

Are online guitar lessons good?

Online guitar lessons cost $35 to $55 per hour and are good for getting personal instruction from skilled teachers worldwide. Take advantage of flexible scheduling and immediate feedback while learning new guitar-playing styles. Plus, you can easily record lessons to review their advice later.

How do I find the best guitar lessons near me?

In order to find the best guitar lessons for you, look through nearby teachers listed here on the Lessons website. You can also ask for teachers at local music stores or community colleges.

Before you hire a guitar teacher, make sure to:

  • Check out prices from at least 3 different teachers.
  • Read their reviews on Lessons and Google.
  • Ask for a list of their current or previous students that you can talk to.
  • Talk to other parents about the teacher's reputation with their children.
  • Make sure you get a written agreement and schedule before your first lesson.
  • Avoid making a big payment upfront for a month of lessons until you're comfortable with the teacher.

What questions do I ask when choosing a guitar teacher?

To find the right guitar teacher, you can ask them these questions:

  • What kind of music degree do you have?
  • How many years of experience do you have in teaching guitar?
  • Can I have a free trial lesson to see if your teaching style helps me?
  • What is the average age of your students?
  • Will you assign me finger exercises as homework?
  • How often should I practice between lessons?
  • What textbooks do I need, and where can I buy used ones?
  • How many guitar-playing styles are you an expert in?
  • Can you modify your teaching style to suit my learning abilities?
  • What should I bring to our lessons, and how long is each one?
  • Can I get a copy of our schedule, agreement, and payment terms?
  • What is your policy if I have to cancel a class due to an emergency?
  • Can I choose some of my favorite songs to learn on the guitar?

Reviews for Chapel Hill guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Chapel Hill area.
Jamie B.
Overall, Steve helps me improve my music theory and groove for the bass, he's a relaxed teacher and is very patient, if you need help on a topic Steve has you covered.
Steve's Bass, Guitar Lessons and Music Services
Ian
Teacher Treana’s bubbly personality. She’s always patient and is great with the kids!
Melodiya Music n’ Stage
John P.
An exceptionally talented instructor, Ellen is technically instructive and encouraging in a calm positive way. She readily identifies my limitations, and devises solutions that allow me to overcome and progress. Her endless patience combined with obvious practical knowledge results in the exact environment that suits me in a personally satisfying manner, which means I thoroughly enjoy the experience and thereby practice with more enthusiasm and interest. Highest kudos. -JP
Ellen Whitaker's Guitar Studio
Carol E.
Kevin is fabulous! Perfect for my son.
Da Capo Al Coda
Nicholas B.
Excellent and clearly a pro
Brad Ward Guitar Studio
MariLouise H.
Our family has enjoyed working with Kaylene Peets. She's a great communicator and has an organized studio, with clear policies, etc. She is very knowledgeable about music pedagogy, but also willing to go slowly and tailor her teaching to my daughter's needs. Highly recommend!
Kaylene Peets Piano Studio
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