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Top 10 guitar teachers in Santa Ana, CA

Students agree: these Santa Ana guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Savage Music Mentoring

Savage Music Mentoring

5.0Exceptional(14)
16 hires on Lessons.com
35+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
Juan R. says, "Analogies, professionalism and consistency!" Read more
Greg Peake Music

Greg Peake Music

5.0(2)
1 hire on Lessons.com
29+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
Andrew C. says, "I’ve been taking music lessons with Greg for the past three months, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. He’s incredibly patient, always taking the time to explain concepts in a way that makes sense and never making me feel rushed." Read more
Heather Layne Music

Heather Layne Music

24+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
Heather Layne (www.HeatherLayne.com) 🌟 Looking to improve your singing ability? Do you dream of singing at local venues, coffee houses, or family events? Singing the National Anthem at sporting events? Trying out for a lead in the choir or theater? Wanting to be on the worship team at church? Posting songs on YouTube and social media, sharing your heart and message through songs with the world? I can help you!! There are very practical exercises that can take your singing abilities to the next level. It’s not difficult at all, and requires no background in music. You will master your favorite songs, and will have opportunities to perform in
Elite Musique

Elite Musique

9+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
Elite Musique is a classical music education company that provides students with opportunities to help showcase them when the college application process begins. All students are classically trained, but choose which genres of music to focus on. All of our teachers are college educated and are not only masters of music, but masters of education as well. Our teachers and students are encouraged to think outside of the box. Their goal is to create their own unique musical signature....
JC Guitar Lessons

JC Guitar Lessons

4.3(6)
3 hires on Lessons.com
15+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
Rachel C. says, "My 4 children have been taking lessons with Jake for the last year. They have practiced singing, playing the guitar, music rhythm on the bongos, and even writing their own songs! Jake is very knowledgeable about music, and truly enjoys teaching others about all facets of music." Read more
Mark James Music Lessons

Mark James Music Lessons

5.0Exceptional(6)
7 hires on Lessons.com
49+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
I'm a full-time music instructor. I have a music education degree with over 40 years of experience teaching young children, teens, and adults including 16 years teaching at Vanguard University. Consider the teaching credentials of your teacher. A qualified and experienced teacher, one with a music education degree, can make a huge difference in the success of the student. Private instruction allows me to tailor the course to match the goals, interests, and learning pace of the individual student. I strive to maintain the student's motivation to learn by providing this personalized instruction in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. The method...
Guitar Lessons OC / Mitchell Townsend

Guitar Lessons OC / Mitchell Townsend

5.0Exceptional(10)
13 hires on Lessons.com
13+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
Mitch H. says, "Mitchell is awesome to work with - knowledgeable and extraordinarily patient. Highly recommend him." Read more
Orange County Music School: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin.

Orange County Music School: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin.

4.7(3)
Serves Santa Ana, CA
Alberta F. says, "Good afternoon, I understand if this seem seems out of the blue but I wanted to say thank you for putting together all the fantastic music resources on your website. My name is Alberta and I am an elementary music teacher from the Morgantown Elementary School in the Cleary Mountain School District, VA. We're currently working on a "Music In Our Everday Lives" project in our class and your website has been so helpful to us... so thank you!" Read more
ANR Guitar And Music Lessons

ANR Guitar And Music Lessons

1 hire on Lessons.com
11+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA
We are unique in that we not only teach you how to play, but WHY you should play that way. We also emphasize playing complete songs and the drills and theory (while included and important) are kept in the background. The result is having fun while learning and not finding practice to be a chore, but a fun part of your day. I've been a teacher (academics not music) for over 40 years. The biggest thrill is watching the "light bulb" go off over a students head when they really GET IT. Doesn't matterwhether it's a STEM subject or literature or music, it's always a stellar moment and one I continually strive for....
J. Bayless Music

J. Bayless Music

5.0(3)
7 hires on Lessons.com
36+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
Andy S. says, "Very Patient w beginners like myself " 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 Santa Ana guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Santa Ana area.
Gail M.
Lou Savage isn’t a “one size fits all” type of teacher. Rather he adjusts his lessons for the best outcome for each individual student. I highly recommend him for anyone who is serious about taking lessons.
Savage Music Mentoring
John W.
Greg has helped me for many years, electric and acoustic Always good at pointing out techniques they are not so obvious Classic Rock, Blues, Folk, pretty much anything I wanted to work on
Greg Peake Music
Art Y.
Great rapport with the kids. Inspired learning and made it fun .
JC Guitar Lessons
Gabriela R.
I have been taking my son to Mr. Mark for about 2 months already and all I can say is that he is wonderful. My son is 7 and has ADHD. He is a handful most of the time. His has poor attention span and is super hyper. Mr. Mark has always made him feel welcomed and has all the patience in the world to deal with him. He is very knowledgeable about music and explains everything to my son like he was an adult. Its amazing how my son understands everything! Mr. Mark has helped my son to fall in love even more with music. I totally recommend him to anyone. He is awesome!
Mark James Music Lessons
Lauren L.
Guitar Lessons OC / Mitchell Townsend
Shannon D.
Stella is a brillant, creative teacher. She has a terrific rapport with her students and uses multi-modality teaching to nurture musical talent. My 6-year-old daughter said "She is a creative, loving person and she teaches very well"
Orange County Music School: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin.
Rand B.
great!
J. Bayless Music
Nicole B.
Linda Rose is a phenomenal teacher! She is very knowledgeable about the anatomy of the voice and body, and how breathing can function with maximum efficiency and minimum effort. After my sessions with her, I feel like my voice can soar freely! She truly cares for her students and I highly recommend her!
Dynamics of Breathing and Singing
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