Find a blues guitar lessons in Encinitas, CA

Find blues guitar lessons in Encinitas, CA

Q: 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.

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Top 10 blues guitar lessons in Encinitas, CA

Students agree: these teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.

Steven Elster PhD, Classical And Folk Guitar, Music Theory And Sight Reading Lessons

5.0Exceptional(9)

3 hires on Lessons.com

55+ years in business

Serves Encinitas, CA & Online

George C. says, "I huge endorsement for Steven. You are learning from a concert performer that is purely focused on your success. You will enjoy listening to him play as much as learning yourself. He has endless patients to ensure that you are building the fundamentals needed to reach your goals. Many teachers will let you short cut your way through the learning process which may have you playing a specific melody faster. However, you will build a bunch of bad habits that will limit your potential, slow you down, and ultimately another teacher will have to fix later. Don’t delay…get started…just pick up the guitar for 15 minutes a day to start and follow his direction." Read more

Your blues guitar questions, answered

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

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 Encinitas blues guitar lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Encinitas area.

Gabriel I.

Steven has been an excellent teacher of a wide range of guitar styles - classical, brazilian, spanish, and more. He has a strong background in classical guitar, with decades of experience in performance and instruction. No matter what style, he can identify ways to improve your technique and expression, with lessons that apply to all genres. He patiently points out important lessons about hand positions, dynamics, tempo, and melody that begin to build up a strong basis of technique over the course of a few lessons. After several months of practicing these tips, I was surprised at how natural my guitar playing had become and how much my overall playing had improved. I strongly recommend Steven's instruction.

Steven Elster PhD, Classical and Folk Guitar, Music Theory and Sight Reading Lessons

Rene' M.

If you are looking for a piano instructor for yourself or, as in my case for a child. Let me HIGHLY recommend Daniel Castro. My son is 13 and has 3 levels of the bastien method under his belt, taught to him by his father. My criteria for an instructor was that he have some jazz background along with classical, as well as pop and rock etc. In other words fully rounded. I wanted someone who could ignite give my son the fundamentals that would allow him to open his ears and heart and create. And most of all my son had to like him. Bullseye. Daniel is a multi instrumentalist who has a love for exploring music in all its forms. He too is a student always learning. In my case Daniel has used jazz and blues as the entry way. We are 3 lessons in and he has my son swinging. Which in jazz is the life blood. I listen from afar to each lesson and I can hear that Daniel is patiently and intuitively laying a foundation block by block that will provide a launch pad for my son to not only explore music as it is, but also unlock his own inner creativety through improvisation. As well as the fundamentals that will allow my son to move in whichever direction he wishes to take it should he decide to continue with music later on. I hear my son opening up on the piano now when he practices and its only lesson 3.Daniel does it in such a warm, unhurried, encouraging manner that it is almost a peer to peer relationship. Daniel is intellegient, professional, very personable and always a gentleman. And I appreciate that. Whatever discipline you or your child are pursuing, I have no doubt that Daniel Castro can instinctually provide you a personal, customized lesson plan to move you towards your destination. My highest regard.

Traveling Music Lessons - In person in your home!

Christopher C.

I just wanted to say that this school is absolutely amazing. Since I've enrolled my child, he has not only progressed in his guitar lessons, but has developed an immense passion for music. The convenience of him being taught in home is great for my busy work schedule. I've been recommending them to all my friends. Thank you so very much for all you have done for me and my child!

The Fine Tune Academy

Trent R.

I've only had a couple of lessons, but he is responsive to my needs and is encouraging when I'm successful at new things. He suggests good exercises based on my skill level. As a new bassist, I have a lot of confidence he'll continue to challenge me. Much better than previous instructors I've had at the big box music stores in the past.

Captgoose music

Steve G.

It is not just about hitting the right note, it is about relaxing and really feeling the joy of the music, of the perfect sound. It is an approach that is both unique and effective.

Kenny Feinstein Lessons

Melanie S.