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Top 10 guitar teachers in Lake Oswego, OR

Students agree: these Lake Oswego guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
A2Z Music Studio

A2Z Music Studio

5.0Exceptional(8)
8 hires on Lessons.com
31+ years in business
Serves Lake Oswego, OR & Online
Kendal K. says, "Attila is an excellent teacher and wonderful to work with. His approach works well, building good fundamentals. My daughter enjoys her lessons and has made excellent progress. I couldn’t be more pleased when I hear her play. I also appreciate Attila’s flexibility when we have an occasional need to change day or time of a lesson to accommodate our daughter’s other activities. I would recommend Attila to anyone." Read more
Guitar Lessons - Quality Instruction With Dr. Zisa

Guitar Lessons - Quality Instruction With Dr. Zisa

5.0(4)
3 hires on Lessons.com
46+ years in business
Serves Lake Oswego, OR & Online
Andrew P. says, "Dr Zisa has developed personalized strategy for me to improve my playing based on my strengths, weaknesses, and goals." Read more
Kristen Waligora Guitar Studio

Kristen Waligora Guitar Studio

New on Lessons.com
15+ years in business
Serves Lake Oswego, OR & Online
Learn to Play Classical Guitar from a University-trained instructor with a patient and effective teaching style. Beginning to Advanced students welcome!
The Hive Music Hub

The Hive Music Hub

New on Lessons.com
5+ years in business
Serves Lake Oswego, OR & Online
Hello Portland! My name is Deniz and I'm really excited to share my first ever Lessons.com ad to promote my teaching work. I hold a bachelor’s in Professional Music from the Berklee College of Music in Boston. I've toured as a solo artist in Europe and Japan, as a guitarist in Turkey, and have played for crowds of thousands –one time it was 15K to be exact! Lessons with me dive into musical creativity and expression using tools such as songwriting, lyric writing, guitar harmony, theory, learning popular songs, and more. I'm 34 now but believe it or not I started teaching guitar and bass professionally at the age of 13. My mother is an E
Babak

Babak

New on Lessons.com
Serves Lake Oswego, OR & Online
Babak Mahbaei Piano & Music Studio – Portland, Oregon Babak Mahbaei is a passionate and highly experienced Piano & Music Educator with a Bachelor’s degree in Music and more than 15 years of professional teaching experience. Based in the Portland area, he has taught hundreds of students through established music schools including Golden Key School of Piano (2021–2023), Eliason School of Music (2018–2021), and Guitar Center Studios (2018–2019). Babak offers private and group piano and guitar lessons for students aged 5 to adult, from absolute beginners to advanced levels. His teaching covers classical, contemporary, and jazz styles, with a stro
Adrian's Music

Adrian's Music

5.0(2)
36+ years in business
Serves Lake Oswego, OR & Online
Darlene Z. says, "Learning guitar with Adrian has been so much fun. He challenges us in just the right way. He differentiates for the various skills in the class. He creates a very supportive and respectful environment. " Read more
Dillon Nadler Music Lessons

Dillon Nadler Music Lessons

4.9Exceptional(7)
25 hires on Lessons.com
17+ years in business
Serves Lake Oswego, OR & Online
John N. says, "Dillon was very patient with me.. Even though I came into my lessons with Dillon with a few years guitar experience , I certainly needed more theory . I highly recommend Dillon to anyone .. from the very new to the more experienced guitarist." Read more
Daniel Stumpf Guitar Lessons

Daniel Stumpf Guitar Lessons

5.0(2)
2+ years in business
Serves Lake Oswego, OR & Online
Bob J. says, "Absolute goat. never had that much raw energy in my basement before. Daniel is a true master of guitar. Plays it in a way I never thought it could be played. Everything he was willing to give me was another gift I was more than willing to receive. Master at his craft" Read more
MilShap Music

MilShap Music

5.0(2)
16+ years in business
Serves Lake Oswego, OR & Online
Paige L. says, "Jeff is a wonderful guitar teacher. My son is a beginner and has been taking lessons from Jeff for almost a year, and he has really made progress! Jeff is patient and helpful. He is a very skilled guitar player as well as skilled teacher. His rates are great and he even comes to our house! We are very pleased. " Read more
Luke Davis Guitar Instructor

Luke Davis Guitar Instructor

New on Lessons.com
Serves Lake Oswego, OR & Online
I've been playing guitar for over 25 years. Studied theory, music composition and production and audio engineering in college. I've been giving lessons since I was 18 in college. At one point I had over 30 students ranging from elementary school age to my dad's age but mainly high school and college age. I'm not super strict but I will challenge you. I like to make lessons fun and interactive. Music should be fun. I will know if you didn't practice though and want students that really want to learn.

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 Lake Oswego guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Lake Oswego area.
Ruth Ann L.
Attila is exceptional. He is a master of the arts of playing music and teaching it. He teaches chords, notes of course, and the precise finger positions each lesson with continuous feedback. Attila teaches my son with ADHD. My son learns from him and is motivated to come back with what Attila has asked of him. We haven’t had great quality from anyone else in Portland until we met this fabulous maestro, Attila Csikos. Sign up, he can teach you and yours no matter if the student is just starting, intermediate or preparing to compete for a chair in band. My son is 8 and composed a short song about our dog. Attila ties life into playing music and enthusiastically played the song with him and critiqued the score. My son is getting an opportunity to learn from the best.
A2Z Music Studio
Nicholas S.
A true modern Master and as much a Virtuoso as a Teacher...
Guitar Lessons - Quality Instruction with Dr. Zisa
Darlene M.
I began studying guitar with Adrian 3-1/2 years ago after not having played music for 30 years. I have learned more from him in that time that I did previously in 13 years of study. Adrian enjoys teaching and knows how to teach, and has encouraged me to do my best and have confidence. It has truly been one of the best experiences of my life.
Adrian's Music
Gavin B.
Knowledgeable and easy going. Makes the learning process fun and approachable. Was able to keep a flexible schedule for me who works a 9 to 5.
Dillon Nadler Music Lessons
Genevieve B.
Daniel is an awesome guitar teacher who knows the instrument very well and has tons of experience performing! He is great with kids and knows how to tailor lessons to your specific needs. He comes to our house and my son is always super excited for his lessons. I would definitely recommend lessons from Daniel before he gets famous.
Daniel Stumpf Guitar Lessons
Jennifer W.
Jeff is a very kind and generous instructor. He’s good at collaboration and is knowledgeable about his area of expertise.
MilShap Music
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