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Top 10 guitar teachers in Boulder, CO

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MillersGuitarLessons

MillersGuitarLessons

New on Lessons
4+ years in business
Serves Boulder, CO
With 40 years of playing the guitar my students progress faster than the students taking lessons at a music store. I know how to develop the right and left hand coordination. Technique and avoiding the pit falls of improper practicing. Watching my student progress like do do, brings a smile not only to their face but mine as well. That's why I love teaching guitar so much!
Mountainside Music Academy

Mountainside Music Academy

5.0Exceptional(5)
4 hires on Lessons
5+ years in business
Serves Boulder, CO
Jennifer S. says, "My daughter’s voice and piano teacher was outstanding. I love that she came to the house. So convenient! I don’t think we could ever go back to going out for lessons. I especially loved that the approach to vocal training honored and preserved the uniqueness of my daughter’s voice, while expanding her range and control. She got kind and constructive feedback on her songwriting that always made her songs stronger. What I loved best was the joyful laughter and positive emotions that were generated during lessons! Mountainside Music Academy was the foundation of a love for music making in my daughter. I am so grateful we stumbled upon them." Read more
Windsong Music School

Windsong Music School

5.0(2)
8+ years in business
Serves Boulder, CO
Kirk B. says, "I’ve been Mr. Dunkin’s student and colleague and I’ve always been impressed with his passion for helping others learn music and musical instruments. He is a kind teacher and uses his expertise to help students grow as musicians. He also has a great sense of humor. If you are looking to learn how to play an instrument I highly encourage you to learn from Mr. Dunkin " Read more
Voices Raised!

Voices Raised!

4.9Exceptional(11)
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
26+ years in business
Serves Boulder, CO
Jenae D. says, "Dr. Turley was my vocal coach from age 13-18. He helped me improve my breath control, introduced me to age-appropriate repertoire, and greatly improved my confidence in singing. He is a laid-back teacher who will make you feel comfortable while pushing you to improve and achieve a high level of musicality. While he was my instructor, I made high school district honor choir 3 times, All-State honor chorus once, earned 4 I-ratings for vocal solos at district contest, and 3 I-ratings for vocal solos at State Contest. He also helped me audition and make it to my dream college for Music Education. He is a great vocal coach and I learned a lot from his teaching. " Read more
Colorado Guitar Instruction - Longmont

Colorado Guitar Instruction - Longmont

New on Lessons
4 hires on Lessons
32+ years in business
Serves Boulder, CO
Since 1991 I have booked 100% of potential students that took the time to come and have a free hour lesson, tour my studio, and see the technology I use in my teaching program. Come see for yourself, and you'll be happy you did. I could write ten paragraphs telling you why I'm the best at what I do, but the easiest thing you can do is call me right now to book your free one hour guitar lesson. I'll make a musician out of you! Brett Funk - 303-332-7866 I've been a full time professional guitar instructor for over 30 years now. It's how I make a living. It's not a side gig for me. I enjoy every bit of what I do. It's my passion, my muse, an...
Boulder Symphony Music Academy

Boulder Symphony Music Academy

New on Lessons
30+ years in business
Serves Boulder, CO
Our students all have the unique privilege of studying with musicians in the Boulder Symphony! Receive 20% off your first month's tuition when you register. Find more information at www.bouldersymphonymusicacademy.org
Musical Bouquet

Musical Bouquet

New on Lessons
Offers online services
Serves Boulder, CO
Felicity Muench began studying the guitar at age 7 with the Cuban born concert artist Hector Garcia and continued her education receiving a Masters degree in guitar performance from California State Univ., Northridge. She studied with Andres Segovia, Pepe Romero and Alice Artzt along with master classes in Volos Greece and Quebec Canada. She began teaching at age16 in her hometown of Albuquerque and has always had a passion for teaching the guitar. She has experience teaching students of all ages, including university students, adults, seniors and kids as young as age 5. Felicity believes that every person can benefit from a musical educatio...
Timothy Sadler's Guitar Lessons

Timothy Sadler's Guitar Lessons

New on Lessons
Offers online services
14+ years in business
Serves Boulder, CO
My name is Timothy Sadler. I have been playing guitar since 2004 and have been teaching lessons since 2009. I grew up in a family of musicians and I have a passion for the electric guitar. I’m well versed in Punk, Metal, Funk and Math Rock styles
Music 4 Humans

Music 4 Humans

5.0(4)
Offers online services
3+ years in business
Serves Boulder, CO
Eduardo J. says, "Muy buenos profesores" Read more
David Williams

David Williams

New on Lessons
Offers online services
23+ years in business
Serves Boulder, CO
I am an Emmy winning songwriter from my work with PBS, with a BILLION hits on YouTube for my songs. I am an accomplished instrumentalist as well, having released some dozen albums, and I play guitar, mandolin, fiddle, and tenor banjo. Gypsy jazz is one area I specialize in, but I also play Folk, Americana, Rock, Blues, Country and other styles. I also have a PhD in Writing, and I am the author of a number of books--children's literature, books on neuroscience, fiction, cartoons, and more. I enjoy seeing people learn new skills and progress to become the songwriter or musician they want to be....

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 Boulder guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Boulder area.
Jen S.
Mountainside Music Academy is an amazing resource for quality music lessons of all types of instruments, voice, and theory. Both of my kids have taken lessons in voice, piano, and music theory for years with MMA and have gained skill, technique, and confidence while really enjoying their lessons. The teachers are very talented musicians and know how to tailor lessons to what each student needs. A great bonus, when in person classes resume, is that the music teachers will come to you, which makes it one less driving trip for parents! I highly recommend it for beginner through advanced learners.
Mountainside Music Academy
Kelli J.
Mr. Dunkin is very patient and a great teacher. My daughter has learned so much and truly enjoys learning how to play her flute.
Windsong Music School
Kelly C.
Dr. Turley is one of the most caring individuals that I know. He has had such a huge impact on my younger singing career. He was patient with me and gave my voice the individualistic attention it needed in order to mature. With his help I was able to get into the graduate school of my dreams as a performance major, as well as helping with my professional career. I could not have asked for a better vocal coach.
Voices Raised!
Alicia R.
We love our instructor, Louis Racicot. He is so patient with my kiddo. I'm not sure if he had experience with instructing a child with autism...virtually, but he's doing wonderfully well! He is a professional. His instruction is simple. He breaks the music down in bite size pieces and allows my kiddo to succeed. He's the best!
Music 4 Humans
Colleen N.
Bob teaches my 10 year old son and he is the perfect combination of laid back and effective. I'm pretty sure my son doesn't even realize that he is learning so much during his lessons. He just comes home excited to play songs that he can hear on the radio!
Bob Story
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