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 Lafayette guitar teachers
Recent success stories from people in the Lafayette area.
Nichole B.
Jeff has been so kind and patient with my daughter and her violin lessons. We had previously taken a nine month break after her last instructor and Jeff has been able to make music fun again. You can tell he’s not just passionate about music but about helping others to love and appreciate it as well, which in my opinion is what makes a great instructor.
Live Online Music Lessons w/ Jeff Brent
Steve Haun !.
What I was looking for , I have found in my instructor Jeff Shepherd.An actual course with structured lessons is the most comprehensive learning. His astuteness for details is what makes you strive. Why be a 5 or 6 when you’re goal is “11”
MyMusicCollege
Joann P.
James is an excellent teacher. He is helping me fix common self taught mistakes. He can help older students learn.
Garden City Innovations
Nelson S.
I am an adult student taking lessons for the first time since I was a kid. I'm really enjoying working with Ben and I feel like I'm making steady progress.
Ben DeHan Music (5 slots left)
Joe C.
My experience with Bob Wolfman has been fantastic. I’ve gotten so much better at playing the guitar and I’ve learned more in the past 3 months with Bob than all my previous years before studying with him. As an almost intermediate player, I didn’t have a lot of music theory knowledge, and couldn’t improvise very well. Learning music theory with Bob was actually fun, and he explains things that initially seem super complicated in a way that’s sleazy to understand. Not only that, but now I’m applying the theory I've learned from Bob in actual music, and being able to implement things he taught me on the fly. This has given me a ton of confidence as a player. In addition to the music theory, my chord vocabulary and licks I can play on the fly have astronomically increased as well. I can’t recommend Wolfman’s School of Music enough! If you’re at all serious about learning to play guitar, work with Bob!
Bob Wolfman Guitar/Bass/Voice
C S.
She provides consistent positive feedback and patiently works through challenging lessons with multiple approaches!
Catherine Evergreen
Cristina H.
My daughter is 8 years old and has been playing with Tom over a year now. Tom is very knowledgeable, talented and extremely patient. Morgan has made immense progress since her lessons began. Highly recommend Tom as a teacher.
Mindful Music Lessons
Nic C.
I've been working with Jake for about a year and a half, his lessons have been great for developing both a playing technique for and an understanding of the music I'm pursuing. His lessons are always a good opportunity to troubleshoot areas of improvement, get input on playing/practicing, and to just learn new music. I think Jake's instruction would benefit players of a variety of experience and interests.
Cherry Soul Guitar Studio
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