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Top 10 guitar teachers in Milpitas, CA

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Finleymusic@gmail.com

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5.0(1)
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
26+ years in business
Serves Milpitas, CA
Milo Y. says, "Mike Finley is among the most genuine people I've ever met, and as far as musical knowledge, awareness, taste, and pedagogy, he is at the top. Capable of playing some of the most technical material available on the guitar, the bass, and the drums, and able to instruct on the piano, Mike's dynamism in musical instruction has become irreplaceable to me. His catalog of both teaching material (music theory, technique, etc.) and discography is deeper and broader than anyone I know, and his awareness of the student's shortcomings and accomplishments is keen. His generative ability for exercises and studies to round out the skills of his students is truly uncanny, and all the work he gives is certain to improve the musicianship of his students. I have no doubt that Mike can take any student to their musical peak, provided they do the work. Working with him over the past year has been incredibly fulfilling and may be the most important endeavor I've yet undertaken. Beyond being just a great music teacher, Mike Finley is good person, who is smart, nurturing, understanding, thoughtful, funny, attentive and generous, and his constitution of character may well eclipse his virtuosity and pedagogy, both of which are par excellence. If you are looking to learn music seriously, there is nobody I would recommend more than Mike Finley." Read more
Sports, Music, Life Coaching/lessons

Sports, Music, Life Coaching/lessons

New on Lessons
Offers online services
8 hires on Lessons
3+ years in business
Serves Milpitas, CA
focused heavily on simplified swing mechanics, techniques, and basic nmemonics to help understand the physics and dynamics involved. I have been playing golf for close to 30 years, and feel the majority of my enjoyment comes from a solid understanding of the fundamentals involved in the game. golf is a very mental and competitive game, i believe heavily in the power of having the correct mindset and temperment needed for success. to be able to anticipate the first few lessons, i recommend; Ben Hogan's Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf I enjoy sharing what I am passionate about with anybody interested in learning, or improving u...
Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons

Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons

4.8Excellent(6)
Offers online services
8 hires on Lessons
8+ years in business
Serves Milpitas, CA
Jason D. says, "As an adult taking Bass Guitar lessons, I appreciate Ben's patience and methodical process to teach the Bass Guitar. He has an excellent set up to show students how to maintain their instrument (string replacement, tuning, etc). Ben takes time to explain how the instrument is built and works. He works with you to find and achieve goals in your learning experience. Not only does he provide guidance he is an excellent musician and will demonstrate various techniques and music styles (jazz to speed metal). I highly recommend Ben for any lessons on Bass, Guitar, or Ukulele." Read more
Sedat's Music Lessons

Sedat's Music Lessons

5.0(1)
Offers online services
3 hires on Lessons
13+ years in business
Serves Milpitas, CA
Armand N. says, "Sedat has been a great instructor. His lessons are fun and informative. I've played for over 5 years and after a few weeks of lessons from Sedat, I can see exciting improvement in my playing. He's great!" Read more
Marina Tha Soprano

Marina Tha Soprano

5.0(1)
Offers online services
Serves Milpitas, CA
Mark H. says, "Marina is a very nice woman; she does not only song, but plays piano." Read more
MusicEmbryo

MusicEmbryo

New on Lessons
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
17+ years in business
Serves Milpitas, CA
You get a personalized experience learning your instrument. Experience that evolves into the best version of your performance. Watching students become happy artists that can express themselves the way they want to through music.
Ride Music Studio

Ride Music Studio

5.0(4)
Offers online services
4 hires on Lessons
13+ years in business
Serves Milpitas, CA
Carol R. says, "I am an adult student and have been taking lessons from Maureen at Ride Music for about 5 years now. Truly enjoying the experience and I have learned a great deal. Maureen is a patient and inventive teacher. I particular love the small group classes. They're fun and I find I learn more in a group lesson than in a private lesson, which I didn't expect. Highly recommend Ride Music Studio." Read more
Music Lessons With Ms. Wang

Music Lessons With Ms. Wang

4.9Exceptional(11)
Top Pro
2 hires on Lessons
13+ years in business
Serves Milpitas, CA
Mary T. says, "Ms. Wang is great with kids given her background working as a music teacher for many years at public schools. My 6 year old is extremely shy around strangers, but Ms. Wang has her style to grab his attention with interesting stories and build a positive learning environment for him. He is now opening up, enjoying and appreciating music more." Read more
Peter 's Music Lessons

Peter 's Music Lessons

New on Lessons
Offers online services
3 hires on Lessons
23+ years in business
Serves Milpitas, CA
My service stands out for I provide High quality Music Lessons, where I teach a diverse variety of musical styles, but cater the lessons to each individual, and I provide each student/customer with the chance to become greater, and provide each person the ability to excel in their environment. Seeing each person progress and grow as a Musician, and have Fun while doing it!

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 Milpitas guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Milpitas area.
Tom M.
In the course of a year Ben has introduced me to a variety of ukulele playing techniques (strumming patterns, fingering, muting, hammer-ons, hammer-offs, overtones, slides, pinching etc.) some of which I've been able to learn and execute with some proficiency. He's also taught me how to look at sheet music and puzzle out for myself fingering for melodies and chord fragments based on the chord structures to which these melodies and chord fragments are associated. In this time I've gone from being a nearly 60-year old complete beginner to being someone able to competently play melody and/or chord lines for the following songs "Fly Me to the Moon", "Walk Don't Run", "Sounds of Silence", "Kawika", "The Entertainer", "Hide Away", "Crazy", "Sweet Lelani", "Tears on My Pillow", "Behind Blue Eyes" "Breakdown", "Killing Me Softly" "White Christmas", "Mele Kalikimaka" "Vietnam", and some others.
Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons
Vishakha S.
I have been taking piano lessons with Maureen at ride music studio since almost a year.Maureen follows simplymusic technique to teach piano.I have learnt lot of songs with her so far and still learning more.Maureen is very patient when it comes to teaching and she always has a plan in mind about what all things to teach within 45 minutes class.She also arranges lot of events like playing at senior living homes, jam sessions, etc which I feel is really exciting.I would definitely recommend ride music studio if you want to enjoy playing piano and not just follow the coursework.
Ride Music Studio
Jenn E.
Ms. Wang is great with my 5yo. She makes the lessons fun and easy for my daughter to follow. We look forward to the classes each week.
Music Lessons with Ms. Wang
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