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Top 10 guitar teachers in Grand Rapids, MI

Students agree: these Grand Rapids guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Avalon Music Academy Of Holland

Avalon Music Academy Of Holland

New on Lessons.com
7 hires on Lessons.com
22+ years in business
Serves Grand Rapids, MI
1. Lessons in Piano, Electric & Acoustic Guitar, Ukulele, Voice, Electric Bass, Drums, Violin & Cello! We are the only school in the area that offers all of these popular instruments: Piano, Electric & Acoustic Guitar, Voice, Drums, Ukulele, Electric Bass, Violin & Cello in one location. ​ 2. The most qualified teaching faculty in Holland. All of our teachers have either college training or professional performance experience. Our music teachers are dedicated to learning about your personal musical goals and helping you to achieve them. With multiple teachers we are confident that we have the right teacher to meet your music lesson needs. I...
Carsten Forester Music

Carsten Forester Music

New on Lessons.com
10 hires on Lessons.com
6+ years in business
Serves Grand Rapids, MI & Online
My approach to teaching is based giving students the skills they need to make music a part of their life and not just something they do alone in their house. I teach every student how to play with other people, improvise and make their own music from the first lesson. I primarily teach Bluegrass, Celtic, Folk and Country but I also incorporate some Classical and Jazz for students who are interested. I also offer opportunities to play with other people through jams and ensembles with people of similar skill levels. This is a newer part of what I do but I am very excited about the future of this as it will help my students put the skills they l...
Vegh Studio

Vegh Studio

5.0Exceptional(9)
20 hires on Lessons.com
11+ years in business
Serves Grand Rapids, MI & Online
Tiffany A. says, "Vegh studio provides many useful techniques and exercises to strengthen the voice! Ryan is always very helpful and informative!" Read more
Steve Holsinger Music

Steve Holsinger Music

5.0Exceptional(8)
6 hires on Lessons.com
35+ years in business
Serves Grand Rapids, MI
Denise N. says, "Steve is highly skilled as a teacher, but also relaxed and focused on meeting the goals of the student." Read more
Schultz Guitar Studio

Schultz Guitar Studio

5.0Exceptional(5)
26 hires on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves Grand Rapids, MI & Online
Jeff S. says, "Great process. Couldn't have worked out better " Read more
Music Lessons For Le$$

Music Lessons For Le$$

New on Lessons.com
56+ years in business
Serves Grand Rapids, MI
Private lessons on Piano, Guitar & Band instruments like Trumpet, Flute, Saxophone, Clarinet, & trombone teaching all styles like Classical, Jazz, Church, Popular. 50 years experience, University of Michigan Performance and Music Education degrees.
Josh Garvelink Guitar Lessons

Josh Garvelink Guitar Lessons

New on Lessons.com
Serves Grand Rapids, MI & Online
Music professional with 10+ years of teaching experience. I give the time and patience needed for each student to learn and achieve their goals. I have a serious passion for music and love being able to share that with students.
School Of Rock

School Of Rock

New on Lessons.com
Serves Grand Rapids, MI
Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, School of Rock is a renowned institution providing both online and in-person music lessons for all age groups. They offer programs, camps, and workshops that make learning music fun and interactive. Their performance-based methodology combines one-to-one sessions for various instruments like drums, bass, keyboard, vocals, and guitar with group practices. From day one, students learn to play music and participate in live performances at local venues. The experienced instructors, who are local musicians themselves, ensure effective learning outcomes for every student.
Roeters

Roeters

New on Lessons.com
52+ years in business
Serves Grand Rapids, MI
Hi! I aim to show all aspects of working the guitar, centering on proper use of hands, and the patterns that repeat all over the fretboard, using chord inversions to demonstrate the guitars emotion- expressing abilities. The use of fingers for their respective natures; index as a clamp, pinky for adding higher notes, etcetera, and the variations of uses. In time, all comes to the students ears and eyes/fingers in perfect sync. This all begins after an introduction to the manner of constructing, setting up, playing and maintaining the instrument. I look forward to working with you all! Henry E. Roeters
Mani’s Mandolin/guitar Lessons

Mani’s Mandolin/guitar Lessons

New on Lessons.com
6+ years in business
Serves Grand Rapids, MI
Specialize in bluegrass and folk music but truly enjoy playing all The excitement you get when learning new music is one of the best feelings, the feeling you get when you are aloud to play that music for other people is untouchable

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 Grand Rapids guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Grand Rapids area.
Tommy B.
Ryan is a caring and patient person as a guitar teacher . I have learned a lot in just 4 weeks . I highly recommend Ryan . ~Tommy Brann
Vegh Studio
Bob E.
First of all, if you are looking for a guitar teacher who really knows the instrument both theoretically as well as practically, then I assure you that Steve is that. He has helped me enormously in my journey to become an actual musician. In addition to being knowledgable, he is supportive of my efforts and never makes me feel small or less then. If you decide to work with Steve you can expect that he can accurately assess where you are musically and help you move forward toward your musical goals. Sincerely Bob Eardley student of Steve Holsinger
Steve Holsinger Music
Steven B.
Highly recommended, he’s easy to learn from, cares and has a great passion for teaching, I got some stuff to work on until my next lesson with him, anyone looking for a great teacher come to Michael.
Schultz Guitar Studio
Eve W.
We have had a great experience working with Southtown Guitar over the past 3 years! Our two boys have taken guitar lessons and I feel that their teachers at Southtown really took the time to get to know them and tailor their teaching style to work with them. Our boys have continued to progress and enjoy their lessons and I couldn't be happier!
Southtown Guitar
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