Find a blues guitar lessons in San Jose, CA

Find blues guitar lessons in San Jose, CA

Find blues guitar lessons in San Jose, CA

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Top 10 blues guitar lessons in San Jose, CA

Students agree: these teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
A.H.M.A.D. - Ahmad Mazboudi

A.H.M.A.D. - Ahmad Mazboudi

5.0Exceptional(156)
4 hires on Lessons.com
31+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
Robbie G. says, "Ahmad is a very kind, patient teacher....learned a good amount in a short amount of time. I'm very much a beginner and he was able to make me feel at ease with learning the guitar and reading music for the first time!! Very much recommend :-)" Read more
Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons

Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons

4.8Excellent(6)
8 hires on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
Jason D. says, "As an adult taking Bass Guitar lessons, I appreciate Ben's patience and methodical process to teach the Bass Guitar. He has an excellent set up to show students how to maintain their instrument (string replacement, tuning, etc). Ben takes time to explain how the instrument is built and works. He works with you to find and achieve goals in your learning experience. Not only does he provide guidance he is an excellent musician and will demonstrate various techniques and music styles (jazz to speed metal). I highly recommend Ben for any lessons on Bass, Guitar, or Ukulele." Read more
Neil Kelly Guitar

Neil Kelly Guitar

5.0Exceptional(9)
20 hires on Lessons.com
24+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
Marta M. says, "I have had 3 lessons with Neil and I find him to be thoughtful, encouraging and motivating, as well as interested in my quest to learn classical guitar. Would recommend." Read more
Guitar Teach

Guitar Teach

25+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
having an impact on a young musicians's life I can remember when I was 7 or 8 y/o and learning and it was a good time in life I play in bands ever wekk and for over 30 years all the time every week I know I can help a lot of people, all ages
Northside Center For Creative Arts

Northside Center For Creative Arts

29+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
Improvisation rhythym harmony
Kaldoa Music

Kaldoa Music

23+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
Established in 2002, Kaldoa Music, based in San Jose, California, is more than just a music school. It's a nurturing platform that encourages all ages to appreciate and participate in music. With a focus on intentional practice habits, Kaldoa Music cultivates life skills, fosters self-discipline, and sparks a love for music. Their experienced teachers, committed to making learning fun, take pride in watching students grow from novices to accomplished musicians. Special attention is also given to those needing learning accommodations, truly making music accessible to all.
Opus 1 Music Studio

Opus 1 Music Studio

19+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA
Opus 1 Music Studio, founded in 2006, offers exceptional music education in the Northern California Area, with premium facilities in Mountain View and Palo Alto. They offer piano, violin, cello, guitar, and voice lessons for all ages and levels. Their mission is to enrich students' lives by fostering their musical development and cultivating their passion for music. With a team of supportive and inspiring teachers, they aim to develop students' technical accuracy and inspire musical creativity, making the process of learning music enjoyable for everyone.
Global Music & Arts

Global Music & Arts

Serves San Jose, CA
Global Music & Arts, located in Palo Alto, California, is a renowned music academy that specializes in a broad range of music and art training. With a distinct emphasis on the Suzuki Method, they offer lessons for numerous instruments including strings, voice, guitar, ukulele, mandolin, autoharp, and harmonica. They also teach recorder, western, and South Indian music. Catering to students of all ages and levels, they provide both online and socially distanced lessons. Their eclectic mix of folk and classical music education sets them apart in the industry.
The Tomato Farm

The Tomato Farm

23+ years in business
Serves San Jose, CA & Online
I have been teaching bass and guitar for 30 + years starting at Swain's House of Music in downtown Palo Alto, Gryphon Strings, Castro Valley School of Music and the The Community School of Music and Art in Mountain View. I have a studio in in Mountain View, can teach virtually or even housecalls. I am well suited to beginners as well as the experienced player looking for a kick. Ideally, I like to focus on the fundamentals. Proper technique, fingerboard knowledge, reading. Theory is also very prominent. I love to explore different genres with students, helping them be well rounded. I lean towards the blues as a foundation, but I can also pla
A-Best Productions

A-Best Productions

39+ years in business
Serves San Jose, 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.

Your blues guitar questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

How much do blues guitar lessons cost near me?

Blues guitar lessons cost $35 to $70 per session and last anywhere from half an hour to an hour. Private classes cost $45 to $70 per hour. For those who prefer camaraderie, group lessons cost $25 to $35 per session.

  • For committed learners, a monthly plan of ongoing lessons costs $170 to $315.
  • Alternatively, virtual lessons are available for$35 to $55 per hour, making musical education accessible to all.

Are blues guitar lessons worth it?

Blues guitar lessons are worth it to play blues guitar because the structured and custom-tailored teaching approach accelerates progress while enhancing technique. Self-learning, while possible, is a longer road laden with the risk of cultivating bad habits.

A blues guitar teacher will show you the essentials like:

  • How to emphasize playing on expressively
  • Ways to get confident improvising with a jazz band
  • Mastering the 12-bar blues progression and blues scales
  • Learning unique techniques like string bending, slides, and vibrato

What age is best to start blues guitar lessons?

Children can start blues guitar lessons between the ages of 6 to 10 years old at the earliest. The best time is whenever they can hold the instrument easily and have the hand strength to press on the strings.

Adults of all ages can learn to play blues guitar with the right instruction and regular practice.

How many blues guitar lessons do I need?

The number of blues guitar lessons you need all depends on what you're aiming for and how long you practice. Beginners typically learn how to play a simple song in 2 to 6 months on average. However, mastering blues guitar takes at least 4 to 10 years.

How do I find the best blues guitar lessons near me?

If you want to find the best blues guitar lessons for you, then look at teachers nearby on the Lessons website. You can also check out guitar lessons at your local music shops. Before you choose a guitar teacher, remember to do these things:

  • Check prices from 3 different teachers and ask what they'll teach you.
  • Read what others said about them on Google and on the Lessons website.
  • Ask for a list of other people they've taught to see if they're good.
  • For kids, ask other moms and dads what their kids say about the teacher.
  • Get a plan on paper about when your lessons will be before you start.
  • Pay a little at first to see if you like the teacher before you pay for a whole month.

What questions do I ask when choosing a blues guitar teacher?

To find the best guitar teacher, you could ask these questions:

  • What type of music degree do you have?
  • How long have you been teaching blues guitar?
  • Can I have one lesson for free to see how I like it?
  • What are the ages of most of your students?
  • Which kind of blues guitar and equipment should I buy to practice with?
  • Will you give me some finger patterns to practice at home?
  • How much should I practice at home between lessons?
  • What books should I get, and do you know where I could find used ones?
  • How many different blues guitar techniques can you teach?
  • If I'm struggling with learning, can you change the way you teach me?
  • What should I bring to class, and how long is each lesson?
  • Can I have a copy of our class plan, agreement, and how much it costs?
  • If I have an urgent problem and need to cancel, what happens?
  • Can I choose some songs that I want to learn?

Reviews for San Jose blues guitar lessons

Recent success stories from people in the San Jose area.
Brad F.
Ahmad is an easy going teacher who kicks my butt at the same time. He's a stickler for the foundational elements, which is exactly what I need to take my guitar playing to the next level. He is truly interested in seeing me improve. I'm a songwriter and I need to up my game to be able to hang with co-writers who are more advanced musically, and I also have the goal to play out at writers rounds and open mics and I need to get a little more proficient for that. We're playing acoustic. We've done both Skype and in-person lessons. Highly recommended. Good location.
A.H.M.A.D. - Ahmad Mazboudi
Tom M.
In the course of a year Ben has introduced me to a variety of ukulele playing techniques (strumming patterns, fingering, muting, hammer-ons, hammer-offs, overtones, slides, pinching etc.) some of which I've been able to learn and execute with some proficiency. He's also taught me how to look at sheet music and puzzle out for myself fingering for melodies and chord fragments based on the chord structures to which these melodies and chord fragments are associated. In this time I've gone from being a nearly 60-year old complete beginner to being someone able to competently play melody and/or chord lines for the following songs "Fly Me to the Moon", "Walk Don't Run", "Sounds of Silence", "Kawika", "The Entertainer", "Hide Away", "Crazy", "Sweet Lelani", "Tears on My Pillow", "Behind Blue Eyes" "Breakdown", "Killing Me Softly" "White Christmas", "Mele Kalikimaka" "Vietnam", and some others.
Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons
Robert J.
Neil is extremely knowledgeable and has a way of teaching that really puts it together. Great experience so far and look forward to learning more.
Neil Kelly Guitar
Minh N.
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