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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.
Scotty Bramer Music

Scotty Bramer Music

New on Lessons.com
17+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA
***Before contacting me, please review the following information. Working with me is a deeper dive and takes real dedication and commitment. Music is a deep spiritual practice and life path, not just a hobby. Option 1: Foundations Package Package of 4 lessons: 60 minutes - $100 45 minutes - $80 30 minutes - $60 Single lessons cost $20 more. I can offer the lower rate for your first single lesson, if you would like to try one out first. Option 2: Embodied Artist Mentorship $2400 for 8 weeks or $3600 for 12 weeks This is a deeper, more personalized experience over 8–12 weeks for musicians who want real transformation, not just lessons.
Guitar Lessons OC / Mitchell Townsend

Guitar Lessons OC / Mitchell Townsend

5.0Exceptional(10)
9 hires on Lessons.com
14+ 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
Traveling Music Lessons, CA

Traveling Music Lessons, CA

5.0Exceptional(6)
48 hires on Lessons.com
23+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA
Marcola C. says, "My teacher Hatem E. is excellent, patient, and perceived. I feel like I am getting more than my money's worth." Read more
Tapan

Tapan

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons.com
26+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
Isabella B. says, "He is a very organized, knowledgeable, and patient teacher." Read more
Huntington Beach Music Art School

Huntington Beach Music Art School

5.0(1)
22+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
Dennis N. says, "Pianist Triệu Phạm is the best teacher piano .He has more than 40 years experience teach piano classical .He is professor at Saigon Conservatory Music university in Vietnam. He teach me piano when I was young 6 years old until I got Certificate Piano performer Level 10 only 6 years ." Read more
Shannon Hayden Music

Shannon Hayden Music

New on Lessons.com
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
Hi, I'm Shannon — a professional touring musician, cellist, guitarist, and audio producer based in the LA area with 15 years of experience teaching students of all ages and levels. I bring the full picture of what a life in music actually looks like into every lesson. Yes, I teach classical technique and music theory, but I also teach improvisation, composition, contemporary styles, and how to use technology to create and produce your own music. The cello isn't just an orchestra instrument; it's an incredibly versatile, cool instrument that shows up in rock, hip hop, film scores, and experimental music. My goal is to make sure every student
Little Chris Music

Little Chris Music

5.0Exceptional(5)
1 hire on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
Jeff B. says, "Chris knows his stuff and he’s patient in teaching it to you whether you’re a beginner or trying to take your guitar playing to the next level. Very well rounded musical taste, styles, and techniques. Above all that, he has never ending passion for playing guitar. Highly recommended for all levels!" Read more
JC Guitar Lessons

JC Guitar Lessons

4.3(6)
3 hires on Lessons.com
16+ 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
Spencer Artist Development

Spencer Artist Development

5.0Exceptional(13)
32 hires on Lessons.com
42+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
Dora S. says, "Mr. Spencer is an excellent acting coach for me and my daughter. He has taught us via online lessons for 9 months. But of us are beginners but we have excelled and are mastering acting quickly. Mr. Spencer is a vastly knowledgable, professional, encouraging instructor. My daughter was cast as Anne in her school's production of Diary of Anne Frank, which to me is just amazing. I have call backs myself for a role in a play at my local community theatre. Mr. Spencer is helping us realize are dreams, and to cultivate our passions. I highly recommend him." Read more
Rose Garden Music Gallery

Rose Garden Music Gallery

New on Lessons.com
26+ years in business
Serves Santa Ana, CA & Online
By offering quality music lessons in theory, performance and success development to people from beginners through advanced players. We customize your experience to help you achieve your personal music goals whatever they may be. I enjoy helping others to achieve their musical goals. By doing so, I am rewarded as well as helping keep music alive.

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.
Lauren L.
Guitar Lessons OC / Mitchell Townsend
Colin F.
They come to you and make learning so convenient! It's the best way to learn any instrument. They have the best list of instructors and are so easy to work with!
Traveling Music Lessons, CA
Valerie L.
He's patient, caring and funny. Very informative as well.
Little Chris Music
Art Y.
Great rapport with the kids. Inspired learning and made it fun .
JC Guitar Lessons
Charles C.
I'm a 74 year old retired man. I have always loved acting but have had some minor challenges due to bad eye sight and I'm not that computer savvy. Jim helped me learn how to use an I-pad my grand daughter gave me to help me expand fonts to read scripts. Though I'm only doing this so far for a hobby, I can see huge improvement in my ability to memorize scripts and act convincingly. Jim encouraged me to audition for the community senior center's drama club. I couldn't believe it I got right in and enjoying meeting new people (I'm widowed). Jim has been a Godsend. I'm finding new joy and I'm enjoying seeing local theatre productions. I appreciate his kind, patient, and professional matter. Acting lessons with Jim is what got me through the horrible isolation during Covid quarantine. He is also incredibly knowledgable on health such as veganism, breathing/meditation and is encouraging me to get into a healthier lifestyle. My voice/sinuses improved after giving up dairy. I used to get chronic sinusitis. So I feel acting has been beneficial to my overall health. Though Jim is pricier than other teachers in the area... I believe you pay for what you get. The extra money I pay is well worth it. The two other acting coaches I used before Jim...were mediocre and treated me like an invalid. Jim continues to inspire me to be the best I can be in all areas of my life. I consider him a good friend and he is one of the best educators out there.
Spencer Artist Development
Robin S.
Sharon is a gifted and talented instructor. It's fun to see your child grow tremendously under her guidance. Sharon is patient and fun! You won't be disappointed!
Sharon's Music Lessons
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.
Kymia J.
Jason has a great disposition and connects quite well with my somewhat cynical teen! He also makes a smooth transition from the guitar lesson to the basketball skills training. I love that he makes sure to include conditioning in the basketball class and that my daughter gets to learn songs that she really likes. She looks forward to her classes every week. We will definitely be continuing with the lessons!
Mr. Jason's Guitar & Basketball Lessons
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