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Top 10 guitar teachers in Costa Mesa, CA

Students agree: these Costa Mesa guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Scotty Bramer Music

Scotty Bramer Music

New on Lessons.com
17+ years in business
Serves Costa Mesa, CA
***Before contacting me, please review the following information. Working with me is a deeper dive and takes real dedication and commitment. Music is a deep spiritual practice and life path, not just a hobby. Option 1: Foundations Package Package of 4 lessons: 60 minutes - $100 45 minutes - $80 30 minutes - $60 Single lessons cost $20 more. I can offer the lower rate for your first single lesson, if you would like to try one out first. Option 2: Embodied Artist Mentorship $2400 for 8 weeks or $3600 for 12 weeks This is a deeper, more personalized experience over 8–12 weeks for musicians who want real transformation, not just lessons.
Caleb's Music Classes

Caleb's Music Classes

5.0(1)
3+ years in business
Serves Costa Mesa, CA & Online
Sarah G. says, "he works with you at the pace that you need and he is very encouraging throughout the entire process" Read more
Guitar Lessons OC / Mitchell Townsend

Guitar Lessons OC / Mitchell Townsend

5.0Exceptional(10)
9 hires on Lessons.com
14+ years in business
Serves Costa Mesa, CA & Online
Mitch H. says, "Mitchell is awesome to work with - knowledgeable and extraordinarily patient. Highly recommend him." Read more
Little Chris Music

Little Chris Music

5.0Exceptional(5)
1 hire on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves Costa Mesa, CA & Online
Jeff B. says, "Chris knows his stuff and he’s patient in teaching it to you whether you’re a beginner or trying to take your guitar playing to the next level. Very well rounded musical taste, styles, and techniques. Above all that, he has never ending passion for playing guitar. Highly recommended for all levels!" Read more
Greg Peake Music

Greg Peake Music

5.0(3)
2 hires on Lessons.com
30+ years in business
Serves Costa Mesa, CA & Online
Eduardo V. says, "Greg is an amazing instructor who is worth every penny. With his deep wealth of knowledge about the guitar, including the fundamentals and music theory, Greg is able to help me find songs that are fun to play and will also help me grow as a guitar player. As a beginner guitar student, Greg was an expert guide through basics of playing guitar, starting with open chords, scales, moving into playing actual songs. Before I knew it, I was playing some of the music I had only dreamed of playing. As a guitar student with a variety of injuries, Greg has helped me find ways around my physical limitations to learn how to play guitar. Every lesson is encouraging, and I'm always excited when I leave." Read more
Elite Musique

Elite Musique

New on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves Costa Mesa, CA & Online
Elite Musique is a classical music education company that provides students with opportunities to help showcase them when the college application process begins. All students are classically trained, but choose which genres of music to focus on. All of our teachers are college educated and are not only masters of music, but masters of education as well. Our teachers and students are encouraged to think outside of the box. Their goal is to create their own unique musical signature....
Huntington Beach Music Art School

Huntington Beach Music Art School

5.0(1)
22+ years in business
Serves Costa Mesa, CA & Online
Dennis N. says, "Pianist Triệu Phạm is the best teacher piano .He has more than 40 years experience teach piano classical .He is professor at Saigon Conservatory Music university in Vietnam. He teach me piano when I was young 6 years old until I got Certificate Piano performer Level 10 only 6 years ." Read more
Anthony Cortez Guitar Lessons

Anthony Cortez Guitar Lessons

4.9Exceptional(13)
13 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Costa Mesa, CA
George L. says, "Anthony has a very personable demeanor and is very invested in you learning the guitar. His lessons are very informative and he’s always open to taking it in the direction of your choosing. He also leaves you practice material so that you're always engaged. If you put in the work you can truly improve your playing with Anthony’s guidance. I could not be more pleased with his professionalism and candor and recommend him to all players regardless of their skill level. " Read more
Mark James Music Lessons

Mark James Music Lessons

5.0Exceptional(6)
7 hires on Lessons.com
50+ years in business
Serves Costa Mesa, CA & Online
I'm a full-time music instructor. I have a music education degree with over 40 years of experience teaching young children, teens, and adults including 16 years teaching at Vanguard University. Consider the teaching credentials of your teacher. A qualified and experienced teacher, one with a music education degree, can make a huge difference in the success of the student. Private instruction allows me to tailor the course to match the goals, interests, and learning pace of the individual student. I strive to maintain the student's motivation to learn by providing this personalized instruction in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. The method...
AB Music Studios

AB Music Studios

New on Lessons.com
45+ years in business
Serves Costa Mesa, CA & Online
I have been teaching in Huntington Beach for over 35 years, 30 years at AB Music Studios. I am a graduate of Musicians Institute. I teach all styles of music: Rock, Pop, Folk, Jazz, Blues, Country to students at any level; beginner to advanced. My focus is on keeping students interested so practicing the guitar is fun. After learning a few basic chords, students can choose any song or style of music that they want to play. I love seeing students improve and develop skills on the guitar they never thought possible!

Your Guitar Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

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 Costa Mesa guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Costa Mesa area.
Lauren L.
Guitar Lessons OC / Mitchell Townsend
Valerie L.
He's patient, caring and funny. Very informative as well.
Little Chris Music
Andrew C.
I’ve been taking music lessons with Greg for the past three months, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. He’s incredibly patient, always taking the time to explain concepts in a way that makes sense and never making me feel rushed.
Greg Peake Music
Tony L.
Really patient and knows how to work on improving your skill no matter what level you are.
Anthony Cortez guitar lessons
Gabriela R.
I have been taking my son to Mr. Mark for about 2 months already and all I can say is that he is wonderful. My son is 7 and has ADHD. He is a handful most of the time. His has poor attention span and is super hyper. Mr. Mark has always made him feel welcomed and has all the patience in the world to deal with him. He is very knowledgeable about music and explains everything to my son like he was an adult. Its amazing how my son understands everything! Mr. Mark has helped my son to fall in love even more with music. I totally recommend him to anyone. He is awesome!
Mark James Music Lessons
Kymia J.
Jason has a great disposition and connects quite well with my somewhat cynical teen! He also makes a smooth transition from the guitar lesson to the basketball skills training. I love that he makes sure to include conditioning in the basketball class and that my daughter gets to learn songs that she really likes. She looks forward to her classes every week. We will definitely be continuing with the lessons!
Mr. Jason's Guitar & Basketball Lessons
Maya A.
I hired Hector to teach a small group of adults beginning ukelele. He was so great! Super flexible and very intuitive style of teaching. He explained things in a very simple, and easy to understand way and the entire group really enjoyed his lesson! Will hire again : )
Aspire Martial Arts Academy
Rand B.
great!
J. Bayless Music
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