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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.
Karen Amlaw Music

Karen Amlaw Music

New on Lessons.com
Top Pro
2 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.
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
J Caban Music

J Caban Music

5.0(4)
5 hires on Lessons.com
27+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA & Online
Tess O. says, "I’ve really enjoyed my guitar lessons with him. He’s a very skilled player and he is a patient teacher. I’m not afraid to ask questions and I always enjoy my lessons." Read more
Funkifized Music

Funkifized Music

5.0(2)
4 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Marlborough, MA & Online
Daniel H. says, "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." Read more
Blue Kazoo Music Productions

Blue Kazoo Music Productions

5.0(1)
31 hires on Lessons.com
17+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA & Online
Binyamin L. says, "The teacher was really experienced,I am very pleased I will continue having lessons." Read more
Loulou's Music

Loulou's Music

5.0(1)
3 hires on Lessons.com
20+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA & Online
* Adult beginners looking for a Ukulele teacher with patience * Private Ukulele lessons. I love to work with children and adult seniors. Why Uke? Because it's the perfect size and it's FUN. Skills learned in class strengthen musical aptitude and are easily transferable if you choose to pick up another instrument later. This class introduces kids to the Ukulele in a setting that is fun and relaxed. Depending on age, aptitude & preference, classes may involve singing, movement games, conducting, note reading, and drumming games. Children will strengthen rhythmic skills and pitch recognition as they learn to tune and to sing along with their i...
William Buonocore

William Buonocore

5.0Exceptional(5)
1 hire on Lessons.com
50+ years in business
Serves Marlborough, MA & Online
Charlie B. says, "I have been a classical guitar student of Bill's for the past 6 months. In retirement, I have decided to take what was an "off and on" affair with the classical guitar (I'm not a beginner) and, instead, commit the necessary time and energy to truly learning the instrument. These have been my first serious classical guitar lessons. Prior to these lessons, I was entirely "self-taught" which means I created a whole bunch of bad habits for myself and was not progressing at all. Bill refers to me as a "remedial" student which I think is a perfect description of my playing. Through Bill, I have learned proper technique which, in turn, has improved my tonality and musicality with the classical guitar. Bill has identified my bad habits, broken them down, shown the proper way to overcome them and makes sure I don't "back-slide" into my bad habits again. Bill paces the lessons according to ability, not covering material that's too advanced while still ensuring that the lesson is challenging. In each lesson, Bill is positive, encouraging yet kindly critical so that I know I am making progress yet always aware of what areas I need to work on. Bill has the right "make-up" for a teacher and I am pleased, and without reservation, to give Bill a 5 star rating. " Read more
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
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

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.
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
Elena
J Caban is a talented, motivating, fun and experienced teacher!! My son has been taking guitar lessons with John for about a year now and he has learned so much!! He always looks forward to his lessons! Together, they work on technique, learning chords, putting chords together and creating music!! Not only has my sons confidence in playing guitar increased, so have his skills and his love for playing music!!
J Caban Music
Donna B.
He was patient and didn’t expect a lot from me, knowing that I know nothing about guitar which makes me feel relaxed not rushed. Looking forward to the next,
Funkifized Music
Brendon W.
I started lessons with Bill to learn classical guitar after 5 years of self-taught electric and steel string acoustic playing. My playing has improved immensely since I started working with him. Not only has he introduced me to classical guitar but he has taught me how to effectively practice to constantly improve. Bill has a wealth of experience and knowledge to draw upon and I cannot say enough good things. A++
William Buonocore
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
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
Rachel S.
The studio is very responsive and convenient! They were able to match us with a teacher and get our lessons started the same week, and the in-home lessons make scheduling very easy. Renee is very friendly and communicative, and we are very excited about all the extra events that they offer! I highly recommend this studio, it has been an excellent experience!
Note-worthy Experiences Music Studio
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