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Guitar Lab With Dave
About
Welcome to Guitar Lab with Dave!
Ready to see real progress and have a blast while learning? At Guitar Lab, I blend 30 years of playing experience with a deep passion for teaching guitar and ukulele to students of all ages. Whether you're into rock, blues, pop, folk, indie, or bluegrass, I’ll guide you step-by-step toward achieving your musical goals.
My lessons aren’t just about playing songs—they’re designed to get you results. With a structured yet flexible roadmap, you’ll always know what to work on, and we’ll make room for your favorite music too. Each lesson is organized, with clear homework, recap videos, and a learning path personalized just for you. Plus, as a friendly, easy-going teacher, I’ll make sure every session is fun, supportive, and inspiring.
Join me at Guitar Lab with Dave, and let’s turn your musical dreams into reality!
Specialties
Musical styles
Rock, Country, Blues, Folk, Recommendations available
Guitar style
Acoustic guitar, Electric guitar, Ukulele, Recommendations available
Has instrument
Student who have a guitar
Years experience
No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience
Able to read music
Students who can read guitar tabs, Students who cannot read music
Lesson length
30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes
Student's age
11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old
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amanda B.
Learning the guitar with Dave has been an incredible journey. He put my nerves at ease during the first lesson, as I havent done a 1-1 lesson on anything in a long time. I am in my late 30s and cannot read music, I dont know music theory, and its my first stab in my adult life of learning the guitar. He gives helpful, gentle feedback and does not make you feel silly when you mess something up or need some more understanding on something.
Dave is very good at explaining things, or breaking things down so that someone like me without a musical background can understand. Taking lessons with him has only deepened my desire to continue with this hobby and I genuinely enjoy going to lessons and learning things that I would not think of or be able to understand on my own.
I like that when you leave, he gives you something to practice, and there is a follow up e-mail with a link to view session notes and any relevant links or documents, so you can look back on each session.
Hes been very communicative and accommodating for my scheduling needs that often change due to my job. If you are even considering taking lessons, just do it!!!!
June 02, 2026
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alec S.
Dave is a gift to aspiring guitarists of all levels and ages. I had been learning chords of favorite songs on my own for a couple years after picking up guitar in my 30s. Dave quickly assessed where I was, and showed me techniques and tricks I couldnt have discovered on my own to take my playing to the next level. And we had lots of fun!
November 21, 2025
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ben K.
Daves Guitar Lab gets an 11/10 from me. Dave plans the lessons extremely well, he is patient and attentive, and is diligent in his approach to teaching this wonderful instrument. He manages to strike an excellent balance of positivity and productivity - which creates a top-tier learning environment. To say my life has been enriched through his teaching would be an understatement. He follows up between lessons, develops personalized roadmaps, and meets you exactly where you are at each lesson. Whether youre starting out or expand on your existing skillset - I cannot recommend Dave highly enough.
July 18, 2025
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Kate L.
Dave is a very skilled and inspiring guitar teacher. He has been essential in my transitioning from ukulele to guitar .
He keenly identifies what you need to learn to meet your particular musical goals . He then creates a plan and supports you in tracking your progress .
Dave is consistently attuned to modifying his lessons to meet your learning style, so learning is always engaging and fun . His passion about teaching guitar and his systematic approach make it very rewarding experience.
June 03, 2025
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tong G.
Daves thoughtful, student-goal-centered ukulele instruction has been a really fun experience! over a couple weeks I can play the ukulele well enough to sing a few songs to my family.
March 21, 2025
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kevin D.
Dave is easy to establish rapport with, very positive and encouraging. Dave listened to me re: my music interests and my goals for the guitar. In addition to learning songs, lessons include music theory, rhythm exercises, discussions about guitar greats. Im making steady progress, look forward to my lessons.
February 18, 2025
Services offered
Guitar