Find a blues guitar lessons in Berkeley, CA

Find blues guitar lessons in Berkeley, CA

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Top 10 blues guitar lessons in Berkeley, CA

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Travis Yee

Travis Yee

New on Lessons
Offers online services
9+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Hey! I'm a dedicated creative with extensive experience, offering empathetic, student-focused teaching. I adapt to your learning style. Guitar: With over 16 years of experience from Bay Area gigs to studying at Berklee, I specialize in improvisation and songwriting. I provide interactive, skill-level adapted lessons aimed at unlocking your musical creativity across any style. You'll get weekly exercises to enhance your learning and develop your fretboard fluency. Production: As a Berklee-trained Electronic Production and Design major, I offer comprehensive lessons in production, focusing on Ableton Live. Starting with the basics, we break
Acumen Productions

Acumen Productions

New on Lessons
Offers online services
9+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Hello there! I have been playing music since I could barely play some twangy notes on my first guitar in 5th grade. Fast forward to present day and I have been fortunate to not just stop at the guitar but learn bass, piano (didn't start until age 21), ukulele, and audio production/recording along the way. Learning all these different instruments and skills has taught me that there's no one singular way to learn an instrument and I like to tailor lessons to the specific interests of each student, meeting them at their given skill level and then apply the fundamentals according to the song/style they're learning. I love to just chat about music
Brig Urias

Brig Urias

New on Lessons
Offers online services
9+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Brig Urias is a guitarist based in San Francisco. His approach is at once retrospective and forward-thinking, drawing upon a rich tradition of classical guitar artistry while seeking to take his skills in new and exciting directions. Brig is a dedicated educator with experience teaching a variety of ages and skill levels. He seeks to foster a positive learning environment and inspire a love of music in his students while emphasizing the development of a strong technical and musical foundation. Brig specializes in teaching classical guitar, but is is happy to teach any style.
Sam Bai

Sam Bai

New on Lessons
Offers online services
7+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Hi , this is your future guitar/flute teacher Samuel Bai. I got systemic training of classical music. I am good at flute, Chinese bamboo flute and guitar. I also got training from church choir and being an active ccontemporary Christian rock bands member.(guitar vocal and drum) I am a very patient teacher with more than 10 years of teaching experience and have experience in midi production and composing and have taught many students in middle school bands. Best of my students got enrolled in All-state band and usually become the 1st flute in their school band. I also teach music theory for beginners and help them how to sight-read musi
Music Lessons With David Lopez-White

Music Lessons With David Lopez-White

5.0Exceptional(13)
Offers online services
9 hires on Lessons
26+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Maan A. says, "I've been taking lessons with David for almost a year now, and he always goes above and beyond. Highly recommend as his passion for flamenco and teaching shows in his lessons" Read more
Bruce Music Studio

Bruce Music Studio

New on Lessons
Offers online services
7+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Welcome to Bruce Li! Based in Daly City, CA, I offer specialized violin, music theory, and audio production lessons tailored to your unique strengths and aspirations. With a one-on-one approach, I ensure a personalized curriculum that not only hones your technical skills but also enriches your overall musicality. Whether you're a beginner eager to start your musical journey or an advanced student looking to refine your craft, I am here to guide you every step of the way. Let's create beautiful music together!
Soul Graffiti Studios

Soul Graffiti Studios

5.0(4)
Offers online services
3 hires on Lessons
12+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Erin P. says, "Justin is an amazing teacher. He plays all kinds of instruments and signs beautifully... He is a creative and passionate song writer....my daughter says he has a mathematical approach to teaching. Justin is Incredibly knowledgeable. Kind, considerate, and flexible.My daughter loves studying with him and is learning a lot." Read more
Classical Guitar Lessons

Classical Guitar Lessons

New on Lessons
Offers online services
Serves Berkeley, CA
Hello! I’m Daniel a classical guitarist attending SF conservatory of music, and been studying with David Tanenbaum for 3 years. I also had classes with guitarist like David Russell, Eliot Fisk and Sergio Assad that further helped me with my playing. Besides studying guitar I love teaching and sharing what I do whenever i have time, I am mostly specialized in classical music but also play Hispanic and Latino music.
Sean Griffin Guitar Lessons

Sean Griffin Guitar Lessons

4.9Exceptional(17)
Offers online services
23 hires on Lessons
10+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Jeremy B. says, "Sean is a really patient and knowledgeable teacher. He is organized with his lessons and exercises which I found really helpful." Read more
SHREDLAB Guitar Lesson Studio

SHREDLAB Guitar Lesson Studio

4.0(1)
Offers online services
14 hires on Lessons
10+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Kevin K. says, "Andy is good teacher and takes me along at a pace that is challenging, but not overly so." Read more

Your blues guitar questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

How much do blues guitar lessons cost near me?

Blues guitar lessons cost $35 to $70 per session and last anywhere from half an hour to an hour. Private classes cost $45 to $70 per hour. For those who prefer camaraderie, group lessons cost $25 to $35 per session.

  • For committed learners, a monthly plan of ongoing lessons costs $170 to $315.
  • Alternatively, virtual lessons are available for$35 to $55 per hour, making musical education accessible to all.

Are blues guitar lessons worth it?

Blues guitar lessons are worth it to play blues guitar because the structured and custom-tailored teaching approach accelerates progress while enhancing technique. Self-learning, while possible, is a longer road laden with the risk of cultivating bad habits.

A blues guitar teacher will show you the essentials like:

  • How to emphasize playing on expressively
  • Ways to get confident improvising with a jazz band
  • Mastering the 12-bar blues progression and blues scales
  • Learning unique techniques like string bending, slides, and vibrato

What age is best to start blues guitar lessons?

Children can start blues guitar lessons between the ages of 6 to 10 years old at the earliest. The best time is whenever they can hold the instrument easily and have the hand strength to press on the strings.

Adults of all ages can learn to play blues guitar with the right instruction and regular practice.

How many blues guitar lessons do I need?

The number of blues guitar lessons you need all depends on what you're aiming for and how long you practice. Beginners typically learn how to play a simple song in 2 to 6 months on average. However, mastering blues guitar takes at least 4 to 10 years.

How do I find the best blues guitar lessons near me?

If you want to find the best blues guitar lessons for you, then look at teachers nearby on the Lessons website. You can also check out guitar lessons at your local music shops. Before you choose a guitar teacher, remember to do these things:

  • Check prices from 3 different teachers and ask what they'll teach you.
  • Read what others said about them on Google and on the Lessons website.
  • Ask for a list of other people they've taught to see if they're good.
  • For kids, ask other moms and dads what their kids say about the teacher.
  • Get a plan on paper about when your lessons will be before you start.
  • Pay a little at first to see if you like the teacher before you pay for a whole month.

What questions do I ask when choosing a blues guitar teacher?

To find the best guitar teacher, you could ask these questions:

  • What type of music degree do you have?
  • How long have you been teaching blues guitar?
  • Can I have one lesson for free to see how I like it?
  • What are the ages of most of your students?
  • Which kind of blues guitar and equipment should I buy to practice with?
  • Will you give me some finger patterns to practice at home?
  • How much should I practice at home between lessons?
  • What books should I get, and do you know where I could find used ones?
  • How many different blues guitar techniques can you teach?
  • If I'm struggling with learning, can you change the way you teach me?
  • What should I bring to class, and how long is each lesson?
  • Can I have a copy of our class plan, agreement, and how much it costs?
  • If I have an urgent problem and need to cancel, what happens?
  • Can I choose some songs that I want to learn?

Reviews for Berkeley blues guitar lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Berkeley area.
Ethan M.
Kind and knowledgeable teacher. I would highly recommend David to anyone looking to pick up the bass.
Music Lessons with David Lopez-White
Paul S.
I've been working and playing with Justin and Soul Graffiti since 2010 and it's always been good vibes and great sounds!
Soul Graffiti Studios
Lisa Ramon C.
Sean isn't an excellent teacher. He covers everything. Theory and songs you want to learn. I am quite pleased and I have taken from a few instructors. He is one of the best!
Sean Griffin Guitar Lessons
Jim C.
Bruce is a very patient teacher who adapts lessons to the needs and interests of the student. He is extremely knowledgeable about music theory and practice.
Bruce Burger
Lukki L.
Julieta is a very passionate, kind, and patient violin teacher. My sons love taking lessons from her. We highly recommend her as a violin teacher.
Dandan lessons
Maria G.
Guitar lessons with Bess have been so worth it for me because she teaches not only the basics of guitar, but she also teaches music theory, something I have never been exposed to in the past. She encourages me when I am doing something well and she also corrects me if I still need to work on something. I don't think I would have been able to learn guitar on my own without Bess's help!
Bess Hepner's Music School
Virginie F.
Allan was able to teach both me and my 7 year old son. He was patient and gentle and he knows his stuff ! My son is shy and can be hard to teach knew things but Allan was great at making him feel comfortable.
Allan Moon
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