Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.
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 $35per 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 Long Beach guitar teachers
Recent success stories from people in the Long Beach area.
Micky C.
Jimi is a great guy. Has me laughing and learning at the same time. I must say I've only been going for about a month and so far he's taught me more than I've ever expected. I played some guitar as a teen and after dropping off for 40-50 years he has me all excited about learning again. I've only been going for about a month but I plan on continuing forever. Give me a year or so and I'll update the review right now I have to practice. LOL
Jimi Durso Guitar Lessons
David T.
Learned a lot these past few month since I started. Helped me finished my track sound cleaner and better
Would definitely Recommend !!!
Vincent Abbatiello
Marzo R.
I am a graduate from Berklee school of music with a master in jazz studies.
I studied music in an academic setting my entire life.
But then, I discovered that I was thought the fast way.
The way to just get a gig.
I then through a friend discovered joe Solomon.
Joe’s teaching is the way to internalize the language of music.
It’s the way to have a voice and a vocabulary.
Not only to get a gig but to feel and experience music.
Joe changed my way of seen music forever.
He is an amazing musician as well as an amazing human been.
If you are serious about Music you must have lessons with Mr. Solomon.
He will change your life.
joe solomon - jazz improvisation workshop
Ryan W.
I have been getting guitar lessons with Bryan for over two years. As a forty something year old, who can be very stuck in his ways, Bryan has been abundantly patient with my slow learning process. He is thoroughly knowledgable of the guitar, adapts to my learning curve, finds real life examples that helps move me along in the right direction. So very thankful I decided to go with Bryan as my teacher. He does the music world good simply being the kind of teacher he is.
BJB music
Sabine M.
Joe recently came to us to teach our twin sons, beginners and age 6.5. On his first visit he got them excited about piano and learning and was able to teach them concepts they grasped immediately. He has the gift to encourage to do well in a playful but firm way that speaks to kids. I highly recommend his teaching approach and we look forward to continuing instructions with him.
Joe Pace/Pace Music
Zarina Z.
Carlos is talented guitar teacher. My daughter hasn’t been interested to take any music lessons. We tried a lot of different teachers, however Carlos was able to encourage my daughter and now she plays Guitar every day.
Highly recommended!!!
Carlitos in the guitar
Becky S.
So many things! Not only is she very knowledgeable about what she teaches, but she's good at making it relatable and enjoyable. She's also firm enough to help me push forward while being gentle enough to boost morale and keep me confident rather than discouraged. Working with Barbara helped me develop a deeper love of music, experience growth in my musicianship, and develop confidence that helps me even outside of music lessons. I'm grateful to have been studying her for the past 4 years!
Barbara Brand Silverman Voice/Piano Lessons
Shlome S.
Steve is a phenomenal musician with a super sweet personality. I highly recommend you call Steve if you'd like to take your bass playing to the next level.
Multi Instrumentalist Composer Steve Schwab
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