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Top 10 guitar teachers in Riverside, CA

Students agree: these Riverside guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Tapan

Tapan

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons.com
26+ years in business
Serves Riverside, CA & Online
Isabella B. says, "He is a very organized, knowledgeable, and patient teacher." Read more
Dr. Batista Music Studio

Dr. Batista Music Studio

5.0Exceptional(6)
8 hires on Lessons.com
16+ years in business
Serves Riverside, CA & Online
Melissa T. says, ""I was Dr. Batista's student for almost four years. I would highly recommend her teaching style to everyone that interested in mastering the piano. Dr. Alma is extremely passionate about her work and truly wants her students to excel in music as well as in life." " Read more
BeginGiutarForFun

BeginGiutarForFun

New on Lessons.com
Serves Riverside, CA
Welcome to BeginGuitarForFun, where learning to play the guitar is an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Based in Riverside, CA, we specialize in offering personalized guitar lessons tailored to suit your individual learning style and pace. Whether you're a beginner eager to strum your first chord or someone looking to refine your skills, our lessons are designed to inspire and challenge you. Embrace the joy of music with us and discover the fun side of guitar playing. Let's make music together!
Aspire Martial Arts Academy

Aspire Martial Arts Academy

5.0(4)
5 hires on Lessons.com
9+ years in business
Serves Riverside, CA & Online
Sophia L. says, "I’ve tried different Martial Arts coaches but Hector is the best one I’ve ever had! He is very detailed in teaching and knows what he is doing. Professional and friendly, works great with any skill levels. I love our lessons, I really feel like I have improved and will continue my lessons with Hector." Read more
Sampen Enterprises

Sampen Enterprises

5.0(1)
Serves Riverside, CA & Online
Lisaun W. says, "What I like most about learning guitar with David is that he never comes to the lesson expecting anything from the student. He is patient and allows the student to grow at their own pace. He treats you like an adult no matter your age and though he gives guidance and study materials he spends time changing it up to see what works best for each individual. A truly great teacher! " Read more
Jonah Harris Music

Jonah Harris Music

5.0(2)
3 hires on Lessons.com
3+ years in business
Serves Riverside, CA & Online
Kathryn H. says, "He gives lessons to my 11 year old son and he loves it! After a poor experience with another instructor and son enjoys playing again. Jonah makes the lesson engaging and the way he teaches my son is able to learn so much faster!" Read more
Rickard Original Song Production

Rickard Original Song Production

New on Lessons.com
28+ years in business
Serves Riverside, CA & Online
Let's grow your live performance, recording and songwriting skill sets! I have over 20 years experience in front of crowds up to 1,000 people. I have performed vocals, rhythm guitar, lead guitar and percussion. As my life has become filled with a family i have learned to become a 1 man band in the recording studio. I can teach you how to use the wonders of MIDI to "play" all instruments through learning basic piano keyboard skills. I have a Bachelor’s and teaching credential in English, which i have used to fine tune song writing abilities and have taught hundreds of students how to be successful in creative writing of all sorts. Mostly I am
Rosso's Music

Rosso's Music

New on Lessons.com
45+ years in business
Serves Riverside, CA
Welcome to Rosso's Music in Ontario, CA! With a personalized approach to guitar and music theory lessons, I am dedicated to fostering your musical growth.
Music For Everyone

Music For Everyone

New on Lessons.com
Serves Riverside, CA & Online
Hi my name is Mark Baal Williams, i graduated from Los Angeles Ciry College, and received an AA degree for music. My music industry sessions will allow students to comprehend the theory of playing chords, diatonic, major, and minor scales in a professional style that will encourage the students to follow their passions .
Andrews In-Home Guitar Lessons

Andrews In-Home Guitar Lessons

New on Lessons.com
Serves Riverside, CA & Online
My name is Jerome Andrews, I've been teaching guitar for 25 years and I love what I do. I'm good at what I do because I'm a formally trained musician who had teachers that were very patient with me, and I pass along that same quality to my students.

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 Riverside guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Riverside area.
Michael P.
"Dr. Alma was my piano teacher for 10 years. She taught me almost everything I know musically, and laid the groundwork for my musical endeavors for the rest of my life."
Dr. Batista Music Studio
Maya A.
I hired Hector to teach a small group of adults beginning ukelele. He was so great! Super flexible and very intuitive style of teaching. He explained things in a very simple, and easy to understand way and the entire group really enjoyed his lesson! Will hire again : )
Aspire Martial Arts Academy
Nick C.
Jonah is an excellent guitar teacher for my 12 year old son. My son has some learning difficulties and Jonah has been great at being flexible, reading my son’s mood and pivoting the lesson in away my son always learns. Most importantly we have fun. We laugh, we jam, we create, and we always walk away glad we had our lesson. Jonah is also flexible with our schedule as well as the speed in which my son can learn, no rushing, no forcing something that isn’t working. We are finding a joy for music first and then we will grow our knowledge when we are ready. Jonah is also extremely talented and capable of shifting to a more structured and traditional lesson plan. I think that is his super power he can make the musical experience tailored to the student. He has been great and we are so glad we found him!
Jonah Harris Music
Nate B.
Dana Zhou Violin/Viola
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