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Top 10 guitar teachers in Dekalb, IL

Students agree: these Dekalb guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
McCartney Guitar

McCartney Guitar

5.0Exceptional(13)
10 hires on Lessons.com
14+ years in business
Serves Dekalb, IL & Online
Deanna D. says, "Every lesson, I learn something new. I have learned so much more with Ric than trying to learn on my own. He has helped me understand scales, finger picking, chords, and strumming patterns, plus so much more. It's been a great experience, and I am looking forward to improving and learning so much more this coming year." Read more
Protege Arts, LLC

Protege Arts, LLC

New on Lessons.com
11+ years in business
Serves Dekalb, IL & Online
We offer high quality music lessons in Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison & surrounding suburbs and you need not leave the house-we come to you! We try to impart our love of music to students. We try to design lessons around student needs and goals, there's so much reward in passing on the passion for music.
Da Capo Music Studio

Da Capo Music Studio

New on Lessons.com
17+ years in business
Serves Dekalb, IL
Da Capo Music Studio, founded in 2009, is a family-friendly music school located in Elburn, Illinois, serving the surrounding areas. They offer a comprehensive program with expert instruction for music students of all ages and levels. The studio is known for its affordable rates and specializes in teaching a variety of instruments, including guitar, piano, voice, flute, saxophone, and clarinet. With over 35 years of combined teaching experience, owners Ben Westfall and Kristin Paxinos ensure that every student achieves their full potential.
Full Staff Music

Full Staff Music

New on Lessons.com
28+ years in business
Serves Dekalb, IL
Full Staff Music, based in Saint Charles, Illinois, is a family-owned business established in 1998, committed to bringing music to the lives of all ages and skill levels. As the area's leading music school and store for over three decades, Full Staff Music offers a wide range of services from beginner to advanced music lessons, voice lessons, and instrument sales to rentals and repairs. Their experienced teachers customize lessons for each student, making the learning process both fun and rewarding.
Elite Music

Elite Music

New on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves Dekalb, IL
Founded in 2016, Elite Music is a renowned music school based in Aurora, IL, and caters to surrounding areas as well. They have a rich history of providing quality, tailored virtual music lessons for over five years. Elite Music prides itself in fostering a lifelong passion for music in their students, enhancing their overall development. Their seasoned teachers stimulate a love for learning, while adult learners find a rejuvenated enthusiasm for mastering music. With their personalized lessons, students can expect to achieve their goals quicker than anywhere else.
Marks Instruction

Marks Instruction

New on Lessons.com
56+ years in business
Serves Dekalb, IL & Online
Gutair instruction few years please call Mark have equipment and play on Good Day great prices guaranteed progress
Hootenanny House

Hootenanny House

New on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves Dekalb, IL
Hootenanny House, located in Geneva, Illinois, and its surrounding areas, was established in 2016. As a folk-inspired music and arts education center, it offers group classes in music, creative writing, and various forms of art. With programs ranging from guitar, vocals, and ukulele to memoir workshops and animation, Hootenanny House encourages students and parents alike to connect with others while expressing themselves creatively.
Music Matters School Of Music

Music Matters School Of Music

New on Lessons.com
20+ years in business
Serves Dekalb, IL
Music Matters School of Music, founded in 2006, is the award-winning music school located in Batavia, Illinois, serving the surrounding areas. They are known for helping people of all ages and abilities develop a lifelong love for music. Offering lessons in a wide range of instruments, including piano, drums, voice, guitar, violin, and more, they have over 20 experienced university-trained teachers. With no long-term commitments, flexible scheduling, and a comfortable learning environment, Music Matters is committed to providing a unique musical experience that brings the community together.
Marinacci School Of Music

Marinacci School Of Music

New on Lessons.com
Serves Dekalb, IL
Marinacci School of Music, located in Elburn, Illinois, is a highly professional music school specializing in guitar, ukulele, and bass lessons. With over ten years of teaching experience, the instructors are notably qualified, even boasting a master's degree in education. Marinacci School of Music is dedicated to nurturing the musical talent in the surrounding areas, offering top-tier instruction to students of all ages.
Suzuki School Of Elgin

Suzuki School Of Elgin

New on Lessons.com
Serves Dekalb, IL
David Adler Music and Arts Center, located in Libertyville, Illinois, offers an elegant and unique environment. The center is registered as a Historic Place, showcasing architectural elements from the Colonial and French Renaissance Revival periods. It offers a wide range of music and art instruction, including piano, violin, voice, guitar, drums, woodwinds, and brass for all ages. They also provide drawing, painting, sculpting and crafts classes, along with architecture and drama courses and a comprehensive Fine Arts Summer Camp Program. The historic Adler Home is available for special events including weddings, parties, and meetings.

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 Dekalb guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Dekalb area.
Chris K.
Rick is awesome. The way he teaches and interacts with my grandson is amazing. Rick has patience and is very encouraging when my grandson isn't doing so well. My grandson is blessed to have Rick for his teacher
McCartney Guitar
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