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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.
Aaron Lind BM, MM, Guitar And Theory Instruction

Aaron Lind BM, MM, Guitar And Theory Instruction

5.0Exceptional(20)
10 hires on Lessons.com
21+ years in business
Serves National City, CA
Leslie R. says, "Aaron is an amazing teacher. He made the impossible possible: He taught me not just how to play the instrument, but how to create music! Aaron’s relaxed, yet professional teaching style, friendly, positive demeanor, keen interest in what I want to learn, his enthusiasm and his unsurpassed knowledge of how to play the guitar make him a priceless teacher! His approach does not feel cookie-cutter or generic; I really feel like he’s tuned into what I want to do, which translates into learning a lot in a very short time. Mostly, he really makes playing the guitar fun, and that's why I'm here and why I highly recommend him." 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.
A Dawn Of Music Studios

A Dawn Of Music Studios

2 hires on Lessons.com
32+ years in business
Serves National City, CA & Online
My teaching approach: Students fly in from Europe and Japan to take lessons with A Dawn Of Music Studios. We offer lessons for all ages and levels in our 3 studio locations, serving all of San Diego County. Group Voice and Guitar Classes are available, as well as live video lessons. My influences are: Classics, Country, Mexican, and Metal My guitar lessons take place in: The teacher's studio or the student's home Guitar lessons typically take place on these days and hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 9am-9pm Guitar Techniques: Fingerstyle, Vocal Accompaniment, Performance, Improvisation, Jamming Skills, Reading...
Elijah Gibbins Croft

Elijah Gibbins Croft

5.0(1)
Serves National City, CA & Online
Ian Lloyd R. says, "Really easy to work with, everything was super clear and easy to understand. He really helped me develop my technique through a variety of exercises. Would highly recommend!" Read more
RC

RC

26+ years in business
Serves National City, CA & Online
Welcome to RC! Located in the heart of San Diego, I specialize in providing personalized guitar lessons and music and audio production training. With a focus on your unique strengths and learning goals, I ensure a tailored educational experience that will elevate your musical skills. Whether you're a beginner eager to strum your first chords or an aspiring producer aiming to master audio production, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's make your musical dreams a reality!
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
Wisdom4eternity Modes & Scales Of Blue

Wisdom4eternity Modes & Scales Of Blue

6+ years in business
Serves National City, CA & Online
Hello my name is Rick Hernandez (aka) Rich Hernz, I’ve been playing guitar now for about 30 yrs. I have taught a hand full of serious students. I play mostly blues lead guitar at the moment. I’ve been in 3 bands and recorded 1 cd as the bassest in my last band. I have discovered how to apply scales and modes into any blues song in any key and I would like to share my discoveries with thoes willing to put the time in and learn. So I say to those interested. WELCOME!!!! Song Link: https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/AJN4Dy3ccUpxeGeW9 I really enjoy watching the students that I teach continue to advance on their musical journey and I am there to assi...
Andrew's Guitar Lessons

Andrew's Guitar Lessons

5.0(3)
2 hires on Lessons.com
Serves National City, CA
Robert R. says, "Andrew was a super supportive and thoughtful guitar teacher. He pushes me to improve my fundamentals and has helped me progress so much as a guitarist! I highly recommend his services" Read more
Hollywood Music

Hollywood Music

31+ years in business
Serves National City, CA
Located in Eastlake, Chula Vista and National City, California, Hollywood Music is a dedicated music school that has been fostering creativity and building confidence in budding musicians since 1994. They offer a wide range of music lessons, from piano, voice, guitar, ukulele, violin, and drums, available in both group and private settings. Hollywood Music is not just about learning to play an instrument, but also about growing confidence to perform in front of an audience, encapsulating their slogan "Building confidence so you can dream BIG!"
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

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.
Dennis K.
Aaron has a unique understanding of instruction how the style of teaching should conform to the individual student. Aaron is deeply concerned about the student's Goals and Expectations and creates a learning experience that is individualized for the student. Not the cookbook approach. His agenda is your agenda as he helps you to achieve your goals. I am retired and decided to try my hand again in trying to learn the guitar, after having tried several teachers in the past. Aaron imparts quality as he teaches the guitar skills and musical theory. I highly very happy with Aaron as my selection to be my Guitar Instructor and highly recommend him if you on the search.
Aaron Lind BM, MM, Guitar and Theory Instruction
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!
Alex M.
Very chill, knowledgeable, and good guy. Really broke things down in a way that I could easily understand. Will be back to take more lessons. Gotta finish Stairway to Heaven haha
Andrew's Guitar 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
Velu
He is very patient with older students like myself and provides clear explanations about the guitar
Rafael Pondé Lessons
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
James M.
Rice truly was everything one could ask for out of an instructor. His willingness to explore other people's preferred style of playing guitar was outstanding. He answered all my questions and I felt right at home doing lessons with him. I really enjoyed playing the guitar with Rice and I'd definitely recommend him to anyone who's interested.
Apt 4 Music
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
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