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Top 10 guitar teachers in Mountain View, CA

Students agree: these Mountain View guitar lessons are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Ed Johnson Guitar/Novo Tempo Productions

Ed Johnson Guitar/Novo Tempo Productions

5.0(2)
Offers online services
33+ years in business
Serves Mountain View, CA
Tara C. says, "Ed Johnson is an extremely accomplished musician while also being an extremely effective teacher. He is a true master of the guitar in wide-ranging musical styles, vocal instruction, choral arranging, songwriting, composition, music theory and music recording/production. As a teacher, is he is ambitious on his students' behalf while remaining kind and patient. Well worth the investment, you cannot work with or learn from a finer musician!" 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 Mountain View, 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
Jim Santi Owen Music, Inc.

Jim Santi Owen Music, Inc.

New on Lessons
Offers online services
39+ years in business
Serves Mountain View, CA
I am a percussion teacher specializing in the classical percussion traditions of north and south Indian music. I have over 25 years teaching experience and over 40 years experience, studying my art form. I specialize in teaching both young children, teenagers and young adults and adults from beginners to professional musicians.
Kid Music Lessons

Kid Music Lessons

5.0(4)
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
Serves Mountain View, CA
Aditya S. says, "Alison has been really flexible with scheduling and seems to be really good with younger kids (pre-teen). Ours seems to be having a lot of fun, while still gradually getting better at the guitar. We’ve been with her several months now." Read more
J ACE J Music Inc.

J ACE J Music Inc.

New on Lessons
Offers online services
19+ years in business
Serves Mountain View, CA
I have been teaching guitar, voice, piano, drums, violin, bass, uke, and the recording arts since 1998. I am primarily a guitar and voice teacher. I have taught probably over a thousand students in that time. I love music and know a lot. I actually get enjoyment out of my students playing well. I have 2 kids of my own and they are musicians also. Music focuses on the best parts of our society.
Bill Cope Music

Bill Cope Music

5.0(3)
Offers online services
40+ years in business
Serves Mountain View, CA
Lewis S. says, "I have studied Bulgarian and Macedonian style tambura (guitar-like folk instruments) with Bill Cope, off and on, for about 30 years. I have had private lessons in his home and I have been in group classes at various folk music and dance camps, most often the Mendocino Balkan Music and Dance Camp. For his classes at music camps Bill always arrives with charts prepared for both the students who can read music and with tablature for those students that cannot. He is careful to show how to care for the instrument and he is rigorous on showing the correct hand movement and positions unique to the folk style. He has planned out the sequence of skills necessary to start and improve one’s ability to play in the folk repertoire and style. When I have worked with him in a private setting he has been very generous with his time and talent to prepare notes for tunes I have requested and has also helped me find the chords for tunes I am learning. Bill’s repertoire includes material from simple folk songs for the beginner to advanced concert pieces for the virtuoso filled with the interesting ornaments that are characteristic of these styles. I have been present when Bill was accompanying performers and bands from Macedonia and Bulgaria and I have danced to the music of his own bands at performances and parties. " Read more
None

None

New on Lessons
Serves Mountain View, CA
I just have to play and I get students Lol I love it! We love to see our students flourish and to let you know, if you are a musician, create your acount to send you all the info bia email. Workshops will be free for new students :D
Peter 's Music Lessons

Peter 's Music Lessons

New on Lessons
3 hires on Lessons
23+ years in business
Serves Mountain View, 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!
A-Best Productions

A-Best Productions

New on Lessons
37+ years in business
Serves Mountain View, CA
A variety of styles: Popular, Blues & Spanish. The teacher is a recording artist who's played with bands. Also, as a music major in college that know theory, harmony and music reading.
Willow Glen Music School

Willow Glen Music School

New on Lessons
Offers online services
14+ years in business
Serves Mountain View, CA
Our studio excels at helping students learn QUICKLY and EASILY. We do not teach music like an academic subject... We teach in such a way that I help students FEEL the music, not THINK the music. We LOVE working with beginners of all ages. Our instructors are caring individuals that want to help you with your music goals. WillowGlenMusicSchool.com

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 Mountain View guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Mountain View area.
Lissy A.
Ed is talented in many genres and can teach practically anything you want to learn on guitar: Folk, rock, jazz, blues, bluegrass, finger style, flatpick, Brazilian, and so on, plus vocals and theory. He's also a master at figuring out what they're doing on a recording. And he is super kind and supportive.
Ed Johnson Guitar/Novo Tempo Productions
E F.
Alison taught lessons to me and my kids. It was a lot of fun. She was great with the kids and provided me with challenging pieces. She is technically competent and has a really great relaxed teaching style.
Kid Music Lessons
Charlie E.
I have worked with Bill in classes and one-on-one. The experience is always rewarding. I have been working on Macedonian Tambura - a guitar or lute-like instrument. I have heard Bill play multiple instruments in multiple bands; truly, too many to count. He is a master musician and a master of theory. His knowledge extends beyond playing music from all over the world, to knowing the background of that music and how it is constructed. Amazing practical knowledge, technical knowledge and teaching ability. I highly recommend Bill Cope.
Bill Cope Music
Minh N.
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