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Top 10 guitar teachers in Birmingham, AL

Students agree: these Birmingham guitar lessons are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Magic City Music Productions

Magic City Music Productions

New on Lessons
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
44+ years in business
Serves Birmingham, AL
We offer instruction in piano, guitar, voice, arranging and composition, as well as providing musicians, bands and orchestras for weddings, corporate events and films and videos. CEO Ray Reach (www.rayreach.com) has had over 40 years experience as a professional pianist, vocalist, guitarist, arranger, composer, music producer and educator. Ray Reach: ”I enjoy pleasing my clients by providing musical services custom made for their needs, whether it be music lessons or music for weddings, corporate events or other occasions, or music for films or videos.” Magic City Music is a full service music and musical instruction provider....
Archer Music School

Archer Music School

5.0(2)
Offers online services
10 hires on Lessons
3+ years in business
Serves Birmingham, AL
Austin P. says, "Very professional." Read more
Birmingham School Of Music

Birmingham School Of Music

New on Lessons
28+ years in business
Serves Birmingham, AL
Birmingham School of Music is Birmingham's most qulified private music school. All of our teachers are university trained with years of performance experience. We follow a set curiculum that teaches a proper music education. Unlike other music schools, we don't start the lesson with "What do you want to learn." We already know what to teach our student to make them very accomplished musician in the style of music that they want to play. Enriching the lives of others through the joy of music.
Frazer Steindorff Music

Frazer Steindorff Music

New on Lessons
Offers online services
3+ years in business
Serves Birmingham, AL
I’m a local performer and teacher for the Birmingham School of Music. I’ve been playing guitar for about 15 years now and singing my whole life. I’d be happy to include vocal training with your lessons if desired. I strive to make musicians better by helping them to fully realize the balance between theoretical knowledge and playing from your heart and soul. I use a variety of proven techniques that will become lifelong tools for progress. The goal in which we strive to arrive is the joy that is felt when creating music that others will enjoy.
LaCruz Musica

LaCruz Musica

New on Lessons
Offers online services
Serves Birmingham, AL
20+ Years of teaching experience: Children 4+, teens, adults. Amateur and professional musician/ production coach Current teacher at a national music academy Deep professional experience and several graduate degrees Berklee College of Music, UMass Boston, Samford University Teaching and mentoring is one of my highest life priorities. This is seen in my positive approach to personalized teaching.
Sam Pointer Music Lessons

Sam Pointer Music Lessons

New on Lessons
Serves Birmingham, AL
Sam Pointer Music Lessons, located in Birmingham, Alabama, offers individualized music instruction for all ages and skill levels. Led by the award-winning musician Sam Pointer, the company provides lessons in various instruments including guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass, and ukulele, catering to everyone from beginners to advanced players. Both in-person and virtual sessions via FaceTime, Zoom or Skype are available according to the learners' preferences. Reach out to Sam Pointer Music Lessons to start your musical journey today!
Tapestry Music

Tapestry Music

New on Lessons
Offers online services
4+ years in business
Serves Birmingham, AL
Tapestry Music, serving the Birmingham, AL area, provides private lessons in piano, guitar, banjo, and voice in two different locations, Irondale and Vestavia Hills. I have taught private lessons for a total of about 10 years. I'm a classically trained pianist, a prize-winning old-time banjo player, a solid guitarist, and can also play a few other instruments. What makes me different is that I seriously love to teach and have a lot of teaching experience. Getting to know my students and what they need and want is fascinating to me. One of my students' mothers said once, "If you were teaching her to weave baskets underwater, it would st
Conservatory Of The Arts

Conservatory Of The Arts

New on Lessons
Serves Birmingham, AL
Conservatory of the Arts, located in Birmingham and Vestavia Hills, Alabama, is committed to serving the community by helping individuals discover and nurture their innate talents through creative arts. They offer private lessons in a range of disciplines including piano, voice, guitar, percussion, and more, catering to all ages from children to adults. The lessons are conducted in a safe and friendly environment, ensuring a positive and encouraging experience for all participants.
Musicality Studio

Musicality Studio

New on Lessons
Offers online services
6+ years in business
Serves Birmingham, AL
Musicality Studio, with locations in Gardendale and Sumiton, Alabama is a renowned music school that believes in inspiring creativity and confidence in their students. Teaching adults and children, they offer music, drama, and art classes, as well as private instruction. Their mission is to help every student find, develop, and release their unique sound to the world.
Sequana Creative Studio

Sequana Creative Studio

5.0(3)
Offers online services
6+ years in business
Serves Birmingham, AL
Kathleen R. says, "LaDonna gives each student personalized attention and fosters a lifetime love of music in her students. She both challenges and encourages at every step. Selecting LaDonna to be my daughter's violin teacher was one of my best parenting decisions." Read more

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 Birmingham guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Birmingham area.
Robert L.
I’ve known Mike for over 25 years. Music runs in his family and he has been playing professionally since I’ve known him. When we had a chance to take lessons we made it a family adventure connecting everyone across multiple states during Covid. Three generations of men in my family and no music background — today we are all playing and taking lessons with drums and guitars. It’s is an amazing experience that I’m happy to share with one of the most talented musicians around. Thanks Mike
Archer Music School
Maya K.
I studied with Ms. LaDonna for 8 years and I wish I had her for more than 8 years. She is not only an excellent violin and piano player, but also an amazing teacher and mentor. She helped me find my passion for music and stick with it. When I have children, I want them to study with LaDonna. She is by far the best violin teacher out there and definitely one of the kindest people I've ever met.
Sequana Creative Studio
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