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Top 10 guitar teachers in Marlborough, MA

Students agree: these Marlborough guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Sam Re

Sam Re

New on Lessons.com
Serves Marlborough, MA
I have launched many musicians who play their favorite songs with friends, play in local bands, and got accepted into local Academies. I am a real teacher. I have worked as a counselor for 15 years, and as a teacher's aide for 3 years. I have performed in many different styles; solo acoustic, country, blues, r&b, classic rock, and swing jazz. I focus on the simplicity in giving the student what they need to play something and understand it, and don't give them what they don't need. I like to see what is the next step for a student in their development and see them light up when they get it going....
Funkifized Music

Funkifized Music

5.0(3)
5 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Marlborough, MA & Online
Sam K. says, "Quick response and professional" Read more
Karen Amlaw Music

Karen Amlaw Music

New on Lessons.com
Top Pro
3 hires on Lessons.com
21+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA
Since 2005, Karen Amlaw Music (KAM) has been offering quality music instruction to students from MetroWest and beyond. Proud to be recognized by Hulafrog as the area's Most Loved Music Lessons three years in a row and nominated as a Top Music School by Baystate Parent in 2018, KAM now has offerings for young musicians as well as the young at heart - age 4 to adult - in bass, guitar, piano, ukulele, violin, and voice / singing. In addition to private lessons KAM offers Kids on Keys for 4 - 8 year olds and Intro. to Singing with age appropriate music for 2nd through 5th graders. KAM's over 140 students include multiple young artist competitio...
6 String Adventures

6 String Adventures

New on Lessons.com
21+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA
I am an experienced guitar teacher. I've been teaching in the metrowest area for almost 20 years. I've had great success teaching both children and adults.
New City Music Studio

New City Music Studio

5.0(1)
9+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA & Online
Wayne W. says, "I've been taking singing lessons with Janna for about a year now, and she has helped me to transform my abilities and sing with better breathing and technique. I am one of 3 singers in my band, and the others have commented on how markedly I have improved over the past year." Read more
Bill Roy Guitar Lessons

Bill Roy Guitar Lessons

5.0(1)
8 hires on Lessons.com
28+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA & Online
Hi, thank you for considering me as your teacher. I've been playing for 43 years and teaching for 27. I love teaching the basics of playing guitar just as much as digging into your favorite songs and figuring out how they do what they do, so I work well with beginners and advanced students. Acoustic singer songwriter stuff is my specialty. I teach at Union Music in Worcester, Massachusetts, and I have a rented space at Faith Church in Auburn, also I teach from my home in Barre, Massachusetts or the student's home. I even teach online, via FaceTime or Skype. For me to teach you effectively I need to know some things about you, like what kind ...
Learning Bass In Boston

Learning Bass In Boston

5.0Exceptional(5)
41+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA & Online
E.G., M. says, "Jim combines a deep understanding of music theory and structure with the flexibility to address an individual student's specific needs and desires. In doing so, he provides the foundation for learning, exploration and a passion for music. Jim is also a warm and genuine person who really seems to care about his students. I couldn't recommend him more highly!" " Read more
Horus Academy

Horus Academy

5.0(2)
8 hires on Lessons.com
3+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA & Online
V. P. says, "Good teacher who was willing to work with me and is flexible with the teaching methods. I would recommend." Read more
Russell Chud Music Lessons

Russell Chud Music Lessons

5.0Exceptional(6)
1 hire on Lessons.com
Serves Marlborough, MA & Online
Adam G. says, "Russell does a terrific job of tailoring the lessons to the specific needs of the student and adapts the work as the needs change. Also, he does a great job of keeping it interesting by working on music that the student is into." Read more
Ralph Rotondo Studio

Ralph Rotondo Studio

5.0Exceptional(8)
1 hire on Lessons.com
45+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA & Online
Paula S. says, "He was very engaging and explained lessons well! My friend and I took lessons at same time and Ralph taught us how to play off each other!!" Read more

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 Marlborough guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Marlborough area.
Daniel H.
Mike is a very nice guy, easy to get along with and a true master of his craft. My only mild complaint is that he knows so much that his default level of expectation for newbies (like me) is a little high. That being said, I was thrilled to have worked with him and look forward to working with him again when circumstances allow.
Funkifized Music
I.C., M.
"Jim is the greatest. He taught our son bass for years, always keeping him interested and moving forward. Conscientious, creative, outstanding, Jim is the ideal teacher. He makes house calls too!"
Learning Bass in Boston
Mario K.
Great Teacher with willing to help. Peter is very great guy, talented and professional. he is very kind in terms of willing to help people understand more about what they are doing and what is the best way to do it.
Horus Academy
Michael G.
What I like most about Russell is that he is such an enthusiast and encyclopedic savant of modern and classic folk, rock, blues and country. If he doesn't know the song from memory, he'll fire it up on his phone and figure it out in real time. And he readily adjusts to what you want and need. If you just want a partner to play with, that's fine with him. If you want to go deep on music theory, he's there for you as well.
Russell Chud Music Lessons
Nick C.
Ralph is a pleasure to learn from. He has decades of experience and is patient with your learning and progress.
Ralph Rotondo Studio
Alex K.
Colin is great at breaking down an overall approach to guitar into silos, and honing in on the core of each. He had a way with conveying topics like chords and improvisation that were very rewarding. Often I’d find myself sitting in a lesson with him thinking “Whoa, this is so simple and obvious in hindsight. How didn’t I think of it this way from the start?” That’s a great feeling. He’s always passionate in explaining different angles of improvisation, and the enthusiasm he had while breaking down areas of music theory and technique got me feeling more enthusiastic about those areas myself!
Colin Sapp
Arjun K.
He knows what he does, has amazing classes with my daughter, and focuses on very important aspects. His teaching method is really good.
Prestissimo
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