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Top 10 guitar teachers in Portland, OR

Students agree: these Portland 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 Portland, 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 Aeon

Guitar Aeon

New on Lessons.com
Serves Portland, OR & Online
Hello! I've been playing guitar since I was 12, so about 33 years now. Through my career I've toured the US extensively, with a handful of tours around the world as well, with bands such as Hella, The Advantage, Holy Smokes, and as a solo artist, and as a hired gun. I bring a real-world, self-taught approach to playing music, but I've also buried my nose in the books from time to time. As a teacher I've taught total beginners up to career professionals. I bring an alternative approach to guitar and music theory, with an emphasis on finding out what's holding you back from your goals and bringing you closer a sense of wonder that hopefully c
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 Portland, 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
OK Music

OK Music

New on Lessons.com
2+ years in business
Serves Portland, OR & Online
Music and teaching are, simply put, two of my favorite things in life. I've been playing music across various instruments since the age of six, and professionally composing, arranging, producing, mixing, and performing (10 years experience) from age 18. Should you make the good decision to learn music with me, you'll get the rare perspective of a musician who has traversed highly advanced techniques between both keyboard and string instruments (guitar, bass, ukulele) with over two decades of practice and one decade of performance/original composition & theory. I am 28 years old but have been fortunate to be gifted a lifetime of musical insi
The Hive Music Hub

The Hive Music Hub

New on Lessons.com
5+ years in business
Serves Portland, 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
Kristen Waligora Guitar Studio

Kristen Waligora Guitar Studio

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

Famous Music Lessons

5.0(1)
8 hires on Lessons.com
11+ years in business
Serves Portland, OR & Online
Paige B. says, "She is an amazing teacher!! I learned so much, and she made me feel so comfortable and confident that I could achieve my goals!! As well as learning so much, the lessons are fun and she makes things easy to understand. I love my lessons and it is the highlight of my week. I am so happy to have found a great guitar, and voice teacher!! " Read more
PDX Guitar 4 Kids

PDX Guitar 4 Kids

New on Lessons.com
9+ years in business
Serves Portland, OR & Online
We can make guitar more fun than video games! Video games are popular because there are no 'shoulds.' You just follow the fun! And it's hard to step away from video games because you're succeeding 80% of the time. You're not struggling too much and it's not too easy. And best of all, you can play with your friends. Ideally, music has all of these aspects: follow the fun, stick to a comfortable sweet spot of challenge, and play with pals! Also like video games, you don't need to leave your house. We bring music to you!...
Luke Davis Guitar Instructor

Luke Davis Guitar Instructor

New on Lessons.com
Serves Portland, 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.
Best Music Lessons

Best Music Lessons

New on Lessons.com
43+ years in business
Serves Portland, OR & Online
We Teach a total comprehensive approach to Music Production and performing arts with emphasis on systematic and abstract methodology and innovative Application. This satisfaction of seeing a young student develop into a comprehensive musician.

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 Portland guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Portland 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
Myles B.
Ryan is such an incredible teacher! He is thoughtful, intuitive, and worked with me in a way that made me feel comfortable and challenged. I was terrified to take lessons, and he put my mind at ease with a gentle, compassionate approach to music instruction. Ryan gave me the fundamental lessons, and then let me choose what I wanted to learn. This made me want to keep practicing and learning. I HIGHLY recommend Ryan for anyone, at any skill level.
Ryan Kwan Music Lessons
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