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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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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
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eric W.
Im loving my lessons with Dave, and Im making a lot of progress. Ive taken guitar lessons with 3 teachers in the last ~5 years, and these lessons are easily the most valuable. I feel like it only took 1 or 2 lessons for Dave to figure out my current skill level and start building from there. Most importantly, hes actually teaching me to play guitar from first principles, rather than teaching me to play specific songs. I highly recommend him!
December 07, 2024
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cody P.
My Guitar Lab with Dave lessons have really taken my guitar skills and confidence to the next level. He has a very patient teaching style that makes you feel comfortable learning new techniques. His love for music makes each lesson a pleasure. Thanks Dave!
November 06, 2024
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monty E.
Dave is an absolute gem of a teacher. Id been stuck for a long time on the chasm between knows a few chords and the tabs to a couple songs and actually feeling confident that I can play. Its only been a few weeks, but Im starting to cross that bridge and maybe even start considering myself a guitar player.
Before our first lesson he asked me for a playlist of songs I like to listen to, which hes woven into our practice sessions so that they suddenly feel attainable. This has also made listening to music way more fun. I notice riffs in songs and think How would I have done that? and can now fumble out my own version with a bit of effort. He knows when to let me mess around and figure something out for myself, and he knows when to step in and show me what to do. He even takes the time to record a short recap / practice video for me so that I know exactly what to work on for next time.
I always leave our lessons in the best mood, and Wednesday evenings are now the most fiercely guarded block on my calendar.
10/10 would recommend.
October 28, 2024
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Guitar