Find a guitar teacher in San Marcos, CA

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Top 10 guitar teachers in San Marcos, CA

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Lessons By Daniel

Lessons By Daniel

New on Lessons
Offers online services
Serves San Marcos, CA
Hi there, my name is Daniel, and I am a guitar teacher based out of Los Angeles. I have an Associates in Arts in music. My specialty is a variety of Rock styles, but I can also teach Jazz and Classical as well. Fell free to look at my instagram @danielvanzuydamshred for some of my playing! Hope to see you soon!
California Music Lessons

California Music Lessons

5.0(3)
2 hires on Lessons
37+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Daniel C. says, "My piano instructor is John Bennett with CMS, and he's great. He's reinvigorated my desire to play the piano better and that is worth its weight in gold. " Read more
Pitch Michael Music

Pitch Michael Music

5.0(2)
Top Pro
Offers online services
4 hires on Lessons
14+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Max S. says, "Great vocal coach and guitar teacher for kids and adults" Read more
Captgoose Music

Captgoose Music

5.0Exceptional(5)
Offers online services
25 hires on Lessons
12+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Nicole W. says, "Alex is amazing. Very good teacher " Read more
John D. Mears Drums & Strings Instruction

John D. Mears Drums & Strings Instruction

New on Lessons
Offers online services
25+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
43 years experience, over 1500 lessons in 7 yrs with TakeLessons.com alone and going on 20 yrs teaching by ear, performance & notation. Performing drums (plus Piano & Guitar) has brought so much enjoyment to my life and has expanded my cognitive and creative mind more than I would have ever realized when I started in 1978. Teaching/sharing my drumming experience is a passion! My students are taught not only how to play drums but also about music structure (verse, chorus, bridge, etc.), how to perform with other musicians, how to dissect a piece of music & so much more. Various styles and rhythms are taught rudiments are covered thoroughly (n
Elite Musique, LLC

Elite Musique, LLC

5.0(1)
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
Serves San Marcos, CA
Rena B. says, "My daughter has connected with her teacher and has in turn gained confidence which has lifted her general mood and well-being. She looks forward to her weekly lessons and enjoys playing her piano in her spare time, creating new music each week!" Read more
Ruben De Anda Guitar, Ukulele And Bass Lessons

Ruben De Anda Guitar, Ukulele And Bass Lessons

5.0(1)
3 hires on Lessons
23+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Christina C. says, "He seems to very nice and patient with my son" Read more
Eravox Studios

Eravox Studios

5.0(1)
Offers online services
14+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Luis C. says, "Mike and the Eravox Studios team brings people's music dreams to life. The environment is top-notch for getting in the "music zone" and letting all your creativity take control. Whether you're looking for mixing and engineering or you want a complete album done... Eravox Studios is the place." Read more
Joeypearo2047 Fitness

Joeypearo2047 Fitness

4.8Excellent(6)
Offers online services
6+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Sarah K. says, "Joey helped me shed the pounds after my baby. What a great trainer! I highly recommend;" Read more
Tenaya's Piano Lessons

Tenaya's Piano Lessons

5.0Exceptional(8)
Top Pro
Offers online services
14 hires on Lessons
22+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Brooke M. says, "We love Tenaya! My daughter loves Tenaya and her bunny interactions during her piano lessons. A great introduction to piano for my 2 year old" Read more

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 Marcos guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the San Marcos area.
Donna
My daughter takes lessons with Cal Music and has taken voice, piano and guitar lessons. In the years she has taken lessons, she has learned alot and had many wonderful teachers. The performances have given her confidence beyond what I though they would. I would highly recommend this studios for beginners and advanced students. I have recently decided to try to learn to sing as well and they found me the perfect teacher who makes me feel comfortable and I love my lessons also. We will be long time students here and would not go anywhere else.
California Music Lessons
Melanie S.
Great energy, fun, very knowledgeable and technical!!
Pitch Michael Music
Trent R.
I've only had a couple of lessons, but he is responsive to my needs and is encouraging when I'm successful at new things. He suggests good exercises based on my skill level. As a new bassist, I have a lot of confidence he'll continue to challenge me. Much better than previous instructors I've had at the big box music stores in the past.
Captgoose music
Jill P.
Joey helped me shed the pounds so I could fit into my wedding dress!! I gave a four because I never give fives lol! This guy knows his stuff!!
Joeypearo2047 Fitness
Homayra Y.
I found Tenaya through this website and now it’s been over a year that my daughter has been in her class. We appreciate how encouraging and flexible she is! My daughter loves going every week, she’s never once not wanted to go which means a lot considering like most 7 year olds, she is usually done after trying something a few times. You can tell Tenaya really enjoys teaching and works at my child’s pace to encourage her through harder pieces. Definitely worth the investment to have my daughter not only learn an instrument but also build her confidence in trying hard things!
Tenaya's Piano Lessons
Greg W.
Excellent instructor, great personality, makes learning guitar fun!
Mr. G's Studio
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