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Top 10 guitar teachers in San Francisco, CA

Students agree: these San Francisco guitar lessons are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Dan Lupo Music

Dan Lupo Music

5.0Exceptional(7)
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
7+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Gabriel H. says, "I’ve been working with Dan for a little over a month now & after taking a break from piano for over 6 years I’ve been able to get back into it and learn things I never learned in my previous 15 years of playing piano. Dan has been amazing at helping me work towards my goal of learning more music theory and composition. " Read more
Brad Davis Guitar Lessons

Brad Davis Guitar Lessons

5.0(1)
Offers online services
20+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Santosha N. says, "Brad has helped me with chords that I never thought I could play. This has helped me as soon I will be able to start to play more advanced tunes. He has encouraged me to keep going and has gone out of his way to transpose material when we were not in session. He really cares!" Read more
Shanley Guitar Lessons

Shanley Guitar Lessons

5.0(2)
Top Pro
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
Serves San Francisco, CA
Marcell says, "Flexibility of lessons. We’ve switched focus areas multiple times and I’ve been able to learn from each topic." Read more
Brig Urias

Brig Urias

New on Lessons
Offers online services
9+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Brig Urias is a guitarist based in San Francisco. His approach is at once retrospective and forward-thinking, drawing upon a rich tradition of classical guitar artistry while seeking to take his skills in new and exciting directions. Brig is a dedicated educator with experience teaching a variety of ages and skill levels. He seeks to foster a positive learning environment and inspire a love of music in his students while emphasizing the development of a strong technical and musical foundation. Brig specializes in teaching classical guitar, but is is happy to teach any style.
Travis Yee

Travis Yee

New on Lessons
Offers online services
9+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Hey! I'm a dedicated creative with extensive experience, offering empathetic, student-focused teaching. I adapt to your learning style. Guitar: With over 16 years of experience from Bay Area gigs to studying at Berklee, I specialize in improvisation and songwriting. I provide interactive, skill-level adapted lessons aimed at unlocking your musical creativity across any style. You'll get weekly exercises to enhance your learning and develop your fretboard fluency. Production: As a Berklee-trained Electronic Production and Design major, I offer comprehensive lessons in production, focusing on Ableton Live. Starting with the basics, we break
Acumen Productions

Acumen Productions

New on Lessons
Offers online services
9+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Hello there! I have been playing music since I could barely play some twangy notes on my first guitar in 5th grade. Fast forward to present day and I have been fortunate to not just stop at the guitar but learn bass, piano (didn't start until age 21), ukulele, and audio production/recording along the way. Learning all these different instruments and skills has taught me that there's no one singular way to learn an instrument and I like to tailor lessons to the specific interests of each student, meeting them at their given skill level and then apply the fundamentals according to the song/style they're learning. I love to just chat about music
Bruce Music Studio

Bruce Music Studio

New on Lessons
Offers online services
7+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Welcome to Bruce Li! Based in Daly City, CA, I offer specialized violin, music theory, and audio production lessons tailored to your unique strengths and aspirations. With a one-on-one approach, I ensure a personalized curriculum that not only hones your technical skills but also enriches your overall musicality. Whether you're a beginner eager to start your musical journey or an advanced student looking to refine your craft, I am here to guide you every step of the way. Let's create beautiful music together!
Classical Guitar Lessons

Classical Guitar Lessons

New on Lessons
Offers online services
Serves San Francisco, CA
Hello! I’m Daniel a classical guitarist attending SF conservatory of music, and been studying with David Tanenbaum for 3 years. I also had classes with guitarist like David Russell, Eliot Fisk and Sergio Assad that further helped me with my playing. Besides studying guitar I love teaching and sharing what I do whenever i have time, I am mostly specialized in classical music but also play Hispanic and Latino music.
Music Lessons With David Lopez-White

Music Lessons With David Lopez-White

5.0Exceptional(13)
Offers online services
9 hires on Lessons
26+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Maan A. says, "I've been taking lessons with David for almost a year now, and he always goes above and beyond. Highly recommend as his passion for flamenco and teaching shows in his lessons" Read more
Benjamin Barnes Violin And Viola Lessons

Benjamin Barnes Violin And Viola Lessons

New on Lessons
Offers online services
37+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Benjamin Barnes Music, founded in 1987, is a celebrated music institution based in San Francisco, California. The company offers violin, viola, and guitar lessons, covering genres from Classical to Rock. The owner, Ben, is a 2023 San Francisco Arts Commission grantee and a passionate teacher who assists students with performance, composition, and songwriting. With a rich foundation in music, Ben aims to cultivate knowledgeable, expressive fulfillment in his students, enlightening them that music is indeed food for the soul.

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 San Francisco guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the San Francisco area.
Andrew Z.
I have been taking voice lessons with Dan for about two months now, and have noticed obvious improvements. Dan demonstrates and communicates concepts in a way that is easy to understand and he also gives clear and actionable feedback. Beyond this, he is friendly, accommodating, and responsive -- all amazing qualities to have as a teacher and person. Highly recommend to anyone looking to learn more about music.
Dan Lupo Music
Saulo Q.
Jonathan is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the guitar. He takes his time explaining and breaking concepts down and has always worked with me to meet my specific needs. I have tried lessons with other people before, and by far Jonathan has been the best experience I have ever had with a guitar instructor. I have now been taking lessons for a year and a half and am grateful for every single moment.
Shanley Guitar Lessons
Ethan M.
Kind and knowledgeable teacher. I would highly recommend David to anyone looking to pick up the bass.
Music Lessons with David Lopez-White
Lisa Ramon C.
Sean isn't an excellent teacher. He covers everything. Theory and songs you want to learn. I am quite pleased and I have taken from a few instructors. He is one of the best!
Sean Griffin Guitar Lessons
Lukki L.
Julieta is a very passionate, kind, and patient violin teacher. My sons love taking lessons from her. We highly recommend her as a violin teacher.
Dandan lessons
Virginie F.
Allan was able to teach both me and my 7 year old son. He was patient and gentle and he knows his stuff ! My son is shy and can be hard to teach knew things but Allan was great at making him feel comfortable.
Allan Moon
Declan J.
Mirco is an awesome teacher! I have been taking bass lessons with him for the past year and he has really helped all aspects of my playing. Most importantly it has been really fun. We studying everything from Jazz, to rock, to funk, to Primus. We have covered a lot of technical things and theory, but he also always makes sure to put it into practice and apply it to something I can enjoy playing. Last but not least, he is really great to hang out with during the bass lesson and is genuinely really nice :)
Mirco Melone
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