Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.
How much do electric guitar lessons cost near me?
Electric guitar lessons cost$35 to $70 per session with lengths of 30 to 60 minutes each. Private tuition costs $45 to $70 per hour, while group sessions are more wallet-friendly at $25 to $35 per class.
For ongoing classes, you'll pay $170 to $315 per month with the prepaid discount.
Online lessons cost anywhere from $35 to $55 per hour and let you jam with a teacher from the comfort of your own home.
Are electric guitar lessons worth it?
Electric guitar lessons are worth it if you want to learn more at a faster pace, develop a better technique, and get customized instructions to improve your style. Only an experienced electric guitar player can understand how to help you improve, so don't settle for a general guitar instructor.
What age is good to start electric guitar lessons?
A good age for kids to start electric guitar lessons is from 6 to 10 years old. Another indication they're ready to learn is whenever they're physically able to hold the guitar and have the hand strength to press the strings.
Adults of all ages can also start electric guitar lessons at any time. With the right guidance and consistent practice, anyone can master the electric guitar.
How many lessons does it take to learn electric guitar?
The number of lessons it takes you to learn electric guitar depends on your goals and how much time you dedicate to practicing those epic solos. Playing a simple tune might take 2 to 6 months of weekly classes.
If you're aiming to rock out like a pro, expect a time investment of 4 to 10 years.
Are acoustic and electric guitar lessons the same?
Acoustic and electric guitar lessons aren't the same because these are two entirely different instruments with unique equipment features.
Learning to play electric guitar requires:
Knowing how to use an amplifier and pedals that create sound effects
Understanding how to adjust the speaker connection
Knowledge of genres like rock, metal, blues, and jazz
Special techniques like power chords, palm muting, and string bending
Learning to play an acoustic guitar means you focus on classical, folk, country, pop, or blues music. A pick is optional in acoustic lessons, and you don't need amplifiers or cables. Acoustic teachers also place more emphasis on fingerpicking patterns.
How do I find the best electric guitar lessons near me?
You can find the best electric guitar lessons nearby to suit your needs by checking out our teacher listings her on the Lessons website. Your local music stores are also great places to start when scouting for the best guitar instructors.
Before making a decision, you should:
Compare prices from 3 different teachers and ask what their lessons include.
Check out their reviews on Google and Lessons.
Request for a references list of past students to verify their track record.
Ask for opinions from other parents on what their kids think of the teacher.
Obtain a written schedule and contract before the first lesson.
Pay for a couple of sessions to see what you think before fully committing to a month's worth of lessons.
What questions do I ask when choosing an electric guitar teacher?
Ask potential electric guitar teacher these questions before hiring:
Did you study music in school, and what qualifications did you earn?
How long have you been teaching electric guitar?
Can I sample a lesson to gauge if your teaching style suits me?
What's the average age of your students?
What type of electric guitar would you recommend for me?
Will you assign homework, and how much practice should I put in?
What resources or books would you recommend for learning electric guitar?
Can you adapt your teaching methodology if I'm struggling with a concept?
What should I bring to class, and how long does each session last?
Could I get a copy of our timetable and contract terms?
What's your policy regarding missed classes due to unforeseen circumstances?
Can I choose some songs that I'd love to learn?
Reviews for New York electric guitar lessons
Recent success stories from people in the New York area.
Glenn H.
Joe is a full blown musician , piano player guitar player singer composer . After many years not of playing guitar as i once did in my youth and wanting to pick it back up again as a senior , and this time actually learning to read and understand music and how all the pieces of the puzzle fit together and why , you’ll not find a better teacher to guide you than Joe. I highly recommend Joe and thankful for finding him via this site.
Joe Pace/Pace Music
Stephen O.
Tony is truly a master. Whether you want to develop your technique or work out a new song, Tony is the man. His musical knowledge and practical experience have elevated my playing and creativity to greater heights.
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Batya R.
David is an amazing teacher! I've been working with him since 2019, first on electric bass, then music theory/composition/Logic and electric guitar. We've done in person and online classes, both of which have been great. He's incredibly knowledgable and patient. Anyone would be lucky to learn from him.
David First
Cameron L.
Amazing teacher with tons of experience. Very easy to learn from with tons of music knowledge. Highly recommend!
Vincent Abbatiello
Robert F.
I began taking guitar lessons with Thor about 5 weeks ago and he is an excellent instructor , Thor is focused on teaching me and explains and demonstrates all of the work we are doing , he is patient and enjoys passing his music skills on to me . Thor also never is in a hurry for our lesson to end , he always wants to get his lesson plan across even if it takes extra time which I really appreciate. So if you are looking for an excellent dedicated guitar instructor Thor is the right choice
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Graham W.
I have been a student of Peter's for a total of seven years spread over twenty-five years, first of the classical guitar and latterly of the baroque lute. I can recommend Peter unreservedly as an exceptional teacher with a rare breadth of experience of the guitar in all its genres combined with an equally rare equivalent breadth of musicianship and scholarship. Peter has many talents as a teacher of which for me the most important is that he wants you to succeed. From that grows confidence and ambition. He then backs that up with an acute ability to identify and analyse technical problems and how to deal with them. Peter's teaching practice, therefore moves on a broad front where the inevitable technical challenges involved in playing the guitar are combined with musical insight and encouragement into what is to be gained by overcoming them. This combination of technical analysis with musical sensibility I found inspiring and it propelled me to levels in guitar playing, which I would never have dared to attempt otherwise. For any guitarist at any level, the benefits of a good teacher are tremendous; it is all too easy, as I know myself, to reach a plateau where you can kind of play lots of things but nothing really well. Either that or lacking guidance, fall into bad habits which practice simply reinforces and which are then very difficult to correct. Or, the classic, sometimes you can play a piece well but other times not and each time you start the piece you have no idea whether it will be one or the other or why it is that you have no real control of the performance. Peter has the ability to sort these kinds of problems out and he sorts them out creatively and constructively in a way which always seeks to find the good in what you're doing by turning what were stumbling blocks into positive additions to your experience as a player. My experience of taking lessons with Peter was of a shrewd investment which fundamentally improved my playing. That was my experience and I think it highly likely that it will be yours as well. Real talent as a teacher is something not given to everyone but it has been given to Peter. For any player therefore wishing to benefit from the many advantages that good teaching can bring to them I would have no hesitation in beating a path to his door.
Peter Argondizza: Musician, Guitarist and Tutor.
Joe D.
Personal, focused approach got me to a higher level
Labrosse Music Lessons
Anabella M.
Freddy has been really great at creating a learning plan to fit my needs! Already learning so much.
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