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Top 10 guitar teachers in San Marcos, TX

Students agree: these San Marcos guitar instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Music Retreat At Willow Creek

Music Retreat At Willow Creek

4.0(1)
9 hires on Lessons.com
47+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, TX & Online
Voted "Best of Hays" for Music/Instruments, we are a music school offering private lessons year round on: Drumset/percussion, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Voice. Our instructors are experienced and dedicated musicians serious about making music. Students of all ages and levels are welcome! My husband and I are professional musicians, earning our music degrees from SWTSU/Texas State University in San Marcos. Our excellent and patient instructors are professional musicians a/o are currently in the process of earning their music performance or music education degrees....
The Music School Of Universal City

The Music School Of Universal City

New on Lessons.com
1 hire on Lessons.com
20+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, TX & Online
The Music School of UC has helped thousands of happy students to realize their dream of playing a musical instrument. Degrees, highly experienced professional musicians are on staff to get your stated your musical journey! Music is what we live for and we enjoy sharing our skills and knowledge with our great students.
Jacov Lee Houston Guitar Lessons

Jacov Lee Houston Guitar Lessons

New on Lessons.com
17+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, TX & Online
Hello! My name is Jacob Lee Houston and I’ve been a guitar instructor for over 15 years. I have experience in electric and acoustic guitar training. I’ve been playing guitar for over 20 years and have been working as a professional musician since 2009. I tailor each lesson to the student based on skill, goals and commitment.
Thirteenth Moon Studio

Thirteenth Moon Studio

New on Lessons.com
13+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, TX & Online
I enjoy communicating knowledge to students, whether it be a music theory lesson, guitar lesson, music technology lesson (recording and mixing)! I am a working professional and have three decades of experience doing sound design, production, composing for film, playing music of all sorts on guita (my primary instrument) keyboards & others . I taught music technology and Pro Tools for avid for over five years, and taught post productionsound at KD College in Dallas for several years as well. And I have taught young folks guitar!...
Cezar Retana

Cezar Retana

New on Lessons.com
4+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, TX & Online
My name is Cezar Retana, I've been teaching lessons for over 2 years now. I ensure that each student gets a full understanding of the curriculum I use in order to help better understand guitar. With years of classical training in high school and a jazz performance degree from Texas State University I can work through many styles/genres and have experience playing and music theory knowledge.
Doc's Music

Doc's Music

New on Lessons.com
16+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, TX
Professional guitarist for over 50 years..knowledgeable in many styles...patient, and understanding with new students...I have played thousands of gigs over the years and also teach what it means to be successful as a guitar player in todays world and while working with other musicians..you learn not just the instrument; but what the process means and the history of it all. Also, I have a very inexpensive price range and offer monthly specials...I will do my best to make you happy with your learning experience.
Zach Carney

Zach Carney

New on Lessons.com
11+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, TX & Online
Zach has been writing and performing as a full time musician for over 5 years. He has a passion for sharing his knowledge with those that love music as much as he does.
Everett Productions

Everett Productions

New on Lessons.com
11+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, TX & Online
I’m a musician living in Austin, Tx. I have been playing guitar, drums, bass guitar, piano for 20+ years. I was a guitar instructor for 2 years at Amarillo College’s summer program. I enjoy playing all genres of music and we will learn versatility and develop an ear for different styles of playing.
The Flying Band Studios

The Flying Band Studios

New on Lessons.com
16+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, TX & Online
Indie rock\ alternative, with emphasis on theory, modality, improvisation, and recording. Mainly guitar and bass, but some keys as well. Teaching the mechanics for building your own songs, and learning to improvise, and getting a footing in digital or analog recording.
G & M School Of Music

G & M School Of Music

New on Lessons.com
13+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, TX & Online
I enjoy seeing the students faces after they have successfully accomplished a goal in their musical aspirations. For me the true joy of learning such a craft skill music is not only opening up to a new language a universal language to the point that the student will gain new confidence in areas that he or she have never thought possible before.

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 San Marcos guitar teachers

Recent success stories from people in the San Marcos area.
Hannah R.
Ian was a fantastic teacher who helped me get back into violin after not playing for quite a few years. I grew up playing and he helped to reinstill the passion I had when I was younger. Additionally, he helped introduce me to a new style of playing that I hadn’t delved much into previously. Thank you Ian!
Ian Lee Music
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