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 $35per 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 Waterbury guitar teachers
Recent success stories from people in the Waterbury area.
Anthony R.
New to Lessons.com. I initially contacted a different instructor and was surprised when many other instructors contacted me instead.
Phil, however, was the only one that actually addressed what I was looking for in particular in a teacher and had the required know-how to teach it.
All the others were very impersonal except for one who was honest and said he was also interested in what I am interested in.
The lesson itself was insightful just through getting to know one another as people and players.
I caught many things he was doing right off the bat and asked to rewind and slow it a bit.
It helps when you know what you’re after in material when you’re working with a pro such as Phil who can pull any rabbit he wishes out of his magic hat.
Phil can show you fundamentals to intricacies; hacks and efficiencies. I’ve already started on the road to creating the sound I have in my head. Phil can help you find that too.
Phil's Guitar Shop
Jerri W.
He breaks down the music and techniques of how to create the sounds I want from my guitar. He can also listen to a piece of music I want to learn and can know right then what notes/chords are being played. I’m always amazed at how easy he makes it look. I’m very lucky to have found such a great musician to be my teacher.
George Lesiw Music
Steven H.
Very professional but fun.
Sherstudios
Lenny L.
Ryan is a natural musician,
teacher and all-around kind
soul. His calm demeanor
coupled with his love of
learning and teaching music
both make him an impeccable
choice for aspiring musicians
of all levels and interests
looking to sharpen their skills.
Ryan always makes his
students feel comfortable
which allows them to bring
their whole selves to the
practice/jam which ultimately
allows them to achieve more.
Ryan is also an encyclopedia of
music history of all genres, so
just talking about music with
him is fun and educational.
Ryan is an outstanding choice
for a local music teacher who
will take you to the next level!
Ryan Mitten Music
SK T.
I came to guitar late. I had one never got around to learning how to play it. We had a flood in our basement and I came home to it floating right past me. Fast forward, my girlfriend got me an electric and a few lessons with Chris Merola. 2 years on, still going. I didn’t know a thing, now I play, might even get a band together!?
Yonder Recording
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