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Top 10 guitar teachers in National City, CA

Students agree: these National City guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Traveling Music Lessons - In Person In Your Home!

Traveling Music Lessons - In Person In Your Home!

5.0Exceptional(15)
9 hires on Lessons.com
22+ years in business
Serves National City, CA
Rachel D. says, "Traveling Music Lessons is a wonderful service. Rafael the instructor always shows up on time. He is kind, patience and my daughter learns so much from him. I really appreciate his calm demeanor. I would definitely give him a try." Read more
Private Teacher

Private Teacher

Serves National City, CA & Online
Live performances in USA and Mexico ,30years on the road... 52years of experience, recorded more the 48 cds Musical job it means everything in my life,it feeds my soul,keeps me going.
Ian Owen Music Instructor

Ian Owen Music Instructor

5.0Exceptional(6)
2 hires on Lessons.com
50+ years in business
Serves National City, CA
Marvin Z. says, "My son loves this place. I tried two other guitar instructor elsewhere. Ian Owens, his guitar instructor, figured out how to keep him excited about his guitar playing. I highly recommend Moze's Guitar and Ian Owen. " Read more
Luis Carballo

Luis Carballo

Serves National City, CA & Online
I have been teaching Music now for about a year , I am passionate about teaching for me the best reward is too see my students getting better through time and I am big believer in trying your best at all time and for me that is more important than actually doing right , I am satisfied with my student trying his hardest.
Rafael Pondé Lessons

Rafael Pondé Lessons

5.0(2)
1 hire on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves National City, CA & Online
Ana R. says, "He was very attentive and helped me get out of my comfort zone and stand up on the board! Rafael is very personable and easy to talk to, he made me feel supported and encouraged through the classes and I progressed quickly with his advice. What helped me the most was when he helped choose the right waves to try to get on and pushed the board so I could make it up. " Read more
Balanced Guitar

Balanced Guitar

5.0(2)
2 hires on Lessons.com
11+ years in business
Serves National City, CA & Online
Ian W. says, "Richard is an incredible musician and teacher!" Read more
Dylan Farrell

Dylan Farrell

3+ years in business
Serves National City, CA & Online
Now offering Guitar, Bass and Music Theory Lessons for an affordable price. Lives in San Diego, CA. Can come to you.
NigelShreds

NigelShreds

Serves National City, CA & Online
My name is Captain Nigel. I’m a yachtsman and experienced guitar player of 25 years of metal classical and all other styles of music. I can teach you anything you want to learn. From maintaining your instrument to expert level instruction for learning to shred. I also provide instrument repair and maintenance. And also recording mixing mastering and a studio at my disposal. I went to music and recording school and I have been in many bands I do music on the side I am a ship captain and mechanic and car mechanic.
Legacy Music

Legacy Music

5.0(1)
21+ years in business
Serves National City, CA & Online
Tom W. says, "Matt demonstrated a calm and patient resolve during our lessons - fantastic experience!" Read more
Tabula Rasa Music

Tabula Rasa Music

7+ years in business
Serves National City, CA
Welcome to Tabula Rasa Music, where personalized guitar lessons in San Diego are tailored to your unique strengths and goals. As a dedicated solo instructor, I focus on creating a customized learning experience that not only hones your guitar skills but also enriches your musical journey. Whether you're a curious beginner or a dedicated player, my lessons are designed to inspire and elevate your understanding of music, setting you on a path to musical mastery. Join me to discover your potential and transform your musical ambitions into reality.

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 National City guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the National City area.
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!
Delissa L.
Ian is an amazing teacher. He is patient, attentive, and a great motivator. Ian is very knowledgeable, and his love for music is infectious. My daughter always looks forward to her lessons with Ian.
Ian Owen Music Instructor
Velu
He is very patient with older students like myself and provides clear explanations about the guitar
Rafael Pondé Lessons
Ben C.
I can not recommend him enough. Richard is one of the most patient, dedicated, focused, fun and passionate teachers I’ve ever had. He’s smart and creative and makes learning guitar really a joy. I’m a professional musician and he helped take my playing to the next level. I’ve seen him do the same with beginners, so no matter your experience, Richard will take your playing to the next level
Balanced guitar
Julia E.
Josh is amazing! He is teaching my 4-year-old son how to play drums which is a challenge with such a young age… Josh is knowledgeable and has a lot of patience. With only 3 classes we’re seeing improvements in my boy and I can’t thank him enough! I will take my daughter soon to take piano lessons with him too and I am also planning to learning how to play the guitar!
Drumming With Josh
Alice
The best teacher every🥰🤩🥰
Anna Mat's Music
Jordan W.
I had such a fun time learning it took me out of my comfort zone and gave me goals to complete! Can’t say enough good things about veteran music lessons
Veteran Music Lessons
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