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Top 10 guitar teachers in Raleigh, NC

Students agree: these Raleigh guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
SnakkDaddy Productions

SnakkDaddy Productions

5.0(4)
6 hires on Lessons.com
27+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
Mark says, "I've been working with Jay for 5+ years. He does a great job blending guitar theory with playing songs that you want to play. He adjusts his techniques and teaching methods based on where you are at in your skills and understanding." Read more
Brian’s Guitar Lounge Available M-Th 8AM-1PM

Brian’s Guitar Lounge Available M-Th 8AM-1PM

5.0Exceptional(5)
1 hire on Lessons.com
18+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC & Online
Robert C. says, "Working with Brian is a lot of fun and I’m getting to be a better guitar player much faster than I was before, working on my own watching YouTube videos and reading tabs online. I strongly recommend him as his teaching is clear, and effective." Read more
OverTone Music

OverTone Music

5.0Exceptional(6)
7 hires on Lessons.com
18+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
Brian P. says, "I taught myself how to play guitar for over a year, until I reached a point where I needed a teacher to increase my abilities. Chris from Overtone Music has been a phenomenal guitar teacher. He corrected my bad habits, and moved my guitar playing abilities well beyond where I thought I’d ever get. I feel like I’m an actual guitarist! His song choices are hand picked to develop specific skills and is able to adapt to personal preferences. He provides excellent nuggets of information throughout each lesson that help increase playing abilities and encourages you to push yourself. He adds the right amount of guitar theory too. I highly recommend contacting Chris at Overtone Music if you want to learn or increase your guitar skills! 5/5 stars!" Read more
Wayward Strings

Wayward Strings

7+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
Whether you are new to your instrument, new to bluegrass, new to jamming, or some combination…you are a great candidate for our bluegrass jamming classes, lessons, and workshops. Even those who have been playing and jamming for years can pick up helpful tips to get the most out of their bluegrass experience from Wayward Strings
Robbie Dooley Music Lessons

Robbie Dooley Music Lessons

2 hires on Lessons.com
15+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
10 years experience $40/hr in person $30/hr skype I work with students to craft lessons that are both enjoyable and informative. We cover music theory, technique, feel, tempo, rhythm, dynamics, composition, production, engineering. Intruments: Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Saxophone, Flute, Trumpet, Harmonica, Percussion, Vocals I offer audio and/or video recording of in-person lessons. More about me: -played music for 17 years, solo and in many bands -experience with students of all ages -currently play with 4 bands - originals, covers, weddings, etc. -studied music technology and sound engineering for 3 years at Miami Lakes Educational Center...
Jack English

Jack English

17+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC & Online
I am Jack English, offering electric or acoustic guitar lessons. I have been playing for about 3 years and can help you or your children learn all your favorite songs!
Cary Guitar Lessons

Cary Guitar Lessons

Serves Raleigh, NC & Online
Cary Guitar Lessons provides the highest quality in guitar, bass & music instruction and is conveniently located in downtown Cary, North Carolina just minutes from Raleigh, Apex, Morrisville and Holly Springs. We also provide online instruction via Zoom, FaceTime and other platforms (please inquire). CGL instructors Mike Krause (guitar; www.mkrause.com) and Blair Linthicum (guitar/bass) have been established teachers and performers in the Raleigh-Durham area for over thirty years. Their respective skills/teaching modalities cover a wide array of musical styles including Rock, Blues, Jazz, Country, R&B, Acoustic Fingerstyle and Introductory Cl
Kaustav's Guitar Lessons

Kaustav's Guitar Lessons

2+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC & Online
Kaustav Malik is a 26 year old guitarist that grew up in the rich rock and metal scene of Cleveland, Ohio. He specializes in progressive and technical play, has mastered an array of advanced techniques, and is capable of playing across many genres. He is also an experienced songwriter and has written, recorded, and toured with various bands that he started throughout his career. Kaustav's teaching style is rather personalized, preferring to enhance students' playing and creative skills instead of emphasizing the academic theory of music, which can be dry especially to new students. He has a knack for tuning his teaching style to the skill l
Joe Ahmad Guitar Lessons

Joe Ahmad Guitar Lessons

2+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC & Online
Hello and thanks for reading my ad. My name is Joe and I started playing guitar when I was 14. I'm fluent in classical, jazz, flamenco, and even a few genres that originated in other star systems. While many instructors simply choose an instruction book and follow the lesson plan within it, I prefer to customize each lesson for the individual so please feel free to tell me precisely what you're looking for in lessons. My rate is 25 dollars per hour my availability is anytime after 3:30 on weekdays and anytime on the weekend.
School Of Rock

School Of Rock

Serves Raleigh, NC
School of Rock, located in Holly Springs, North Carolina, offers performance-based music education for students of all ages. They provide both in-person and online music lessons, making learning fun and encouraging community-building. Their unique method combines individual lessons in drums, bass, keyboard, vocals, and guitar with group practices. From their very first day, students are trained to play music and perform live at local venues. Their instructors, who are local musicians, effectively use the School of Rock Method to ensure remarkable outcomes for their students.

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 Raleigh guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Raleigh area.
Siang L.
My 9 years old son loves to learn guitar from Jay. He gives us tips to look for electric guitar when we are looking for one. I will recommend him to whoever wants to learn guitar
SnakkDaddy Productions
Brian M.
Brian is exactly what I was looking for in a teacher. He took a few lessons to dial in on my skill level and learning style and then feeds me great information and practice. He also send emails with summaries and training information. He’s great. Highly recommend Brian.
Brian’s Guitar Lounge available M-Th 8AM-1PM
Xavier O.
OverTone Music's Chris Bodall is a fantastic teacher, Ive been seeing Chris for many years for guitar lessons, sound engineering and recording. As a teacher he is very intuitive at keeping the pace with me. If I need help in a certain section he slows down and teaches in a way I can understand. On the flip side, if he sees something is a bit too easy for me he'll add challenging flairs to the piece of mudic we are playing. 10/10 satisfaction!
OverTone Music
Vadim K.
Wonderful guitarist, composer and teacher ! The best in the area, his performances are amazing in any kind of music and at any event, either private parties or concert, I've seen him life may times. If you want to find a guitar teacher in that area or need music entertainment at your event, Alex would be the best choose.
Alex Gordez guitar lessons
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