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Acoustic guitar lessons for beginners, intermediate and advanced players.

There’s a reason country music’s famous phrase is “3 chords and the truth.” Learn your first three chords plus much more to help you feel confident in your guitar skills. Help express yourself musically and play along to your favorite songs. Guitar lessons will give you the skill set to feel confident playing your first song in front of others, accompanying yourself and other musicians, and even performing around town!

Electric guitar lessons for beginners to advanced players.

Dive into the world of power chords, shredding solos, and iconic riffs, honing your skills in fretwork, palm muting, and utilizing effects pedals. Whether you dream of jamming with a band, playing Hendrix-level leads, or crafting your own signature sound, our electric guitar lessons provide the essential knowledge and hands-on practice to make your musical aspirations a reality. Join us for electric guitar lessons that ignite your musical passion and unleash your inner rock star.

Electric Guitar Lessons Nashville

Guitar Student and Songwriter Review

“I was leary of starting guitar lessons so late in life, but I have gone from being totally intimidated by an instrument I wasn't even sure how to hold, to reaching for it like a long lost friend and seeing it as a way to make beautiful music! That is because in just a few months, Dana has given me the tools, knowledge and comfortability to believe I can do this, and I am doing it! Dana, has shown interest in my writing as well, and now I am even learning to play my own songs.... who knows, I may get brave enough to take a writer's stage. Dana is the best, and I highly recommend her!”
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Advanced Guitar Lessons

Our studio’s advanced guitar lessons are tailored for seasoned players looking to push the boundary on their skills. Led by accomplished instructors and pros in their own right, these lessons delve deep into advanced techniques, intricate soloing, and the art of sonic experimentation. You'll explore complex scales, modal theory, and improvisational skills to craft captivating solos and compositions. Our focus goes beyond mastery – it's about elevating your unique style and musical voice. Whether you aspire to shred with precision, innovate with effects, or create your next song, our advanced electric guitar lessons provide the expertise and inspiration to help you reach new heights in your musical journey. Join us for a transformative experience that will redefine your electric and acoustic guitar capabilities.

Beginner Guitar Lessons

Frustrated with not making progress on reddit guitar lessons? Our guitar lessons for beginners are the perfect starting point for those ready to embark on their musical journey with this iconic instrument. Our patient and skilled instructors will introduce you to the fundamentals of electric guitar, covering topics like basic chords, essential techniques, and understanding your equipment. You will learn to navigate the fretboard, play your favorite songs, and gradually build the foundation needed to take on more advanced skills. With a focus on fostering a strong musical foundation, our acoustic and electric guitar lessons for beginners are designed to instill confidence and set you on the path to becoming a proficient guitarist. Join us and discover the joy of playing the guitar!

Q&A with Guitar Teacher Garrett!

I have been playing guitar now for 14 years, and the one thing that never ceases to amaze me is how easy it is to find something new to learn on the instrument. Whether it be in soloing/improvising, songwriting/composition, or how to integrate a new piece of gear into your live rig…there is ALWAYS room to grow and expand. The guitar, once you gain a technical knowledge of how to play it, becomes a companion of sorts. It will always challenge you and it will always reward you.

Well, first and foremost… great choice! The guitar is the best instrument. Period. No contest. It is no surprise to me at all that you want to learn how to play this thing. I would argue that the guitar is unique in that it offers you technical capabilities as a musician that most other instruments simply don’t have (ie bending, sliding, hammer-ons, pull-offs, detuning, harmonics, muting, etc) -therefore the guitar is truly a beautiful and mysterious medium that musicians have been using to achieve radically different sounds for generations (look at Phil Keaggy vs Tom Morello, Duane Allman vs Eddie Van Halen, Taylor Swift vs Bob Dylan…)

With all that in mind, you must be patient with yourself. While the guitar can offer you limitless avenues for unique expression, likewise it is not very straightforward to learn. It will feel like one step forward and two steps back for a while in the beginning. 

BUT-what did you expect!? It’s the BEST instrument with the MOST to offer after all-it isn’t going to come overnight-and that’s okay. Just trust the process and learn all that you can-before long you too will come to have a unique voice on the instrument.

That’s tricky-I cut my teeth learning Guns N’ Roses and RHCP…so my answer would’ve been classic/alternative rock for the longest time. Then Indie Rock and Jazz through college… The one genre I’ve neglected up till now is Country. Since playing on Broadway I’ve seen how great  live Country music can be. I spend most of my practice time nowadays learning Country guitar solos and improvising in a Country style.

My favorite thing to practice right now is improvising over the solo section from “Folsom Prison Blues” by Johnny Cash. It’s a chicken pickin’ gold mine!!

Songwriting wise I will always be a sucker for good Indie Folk. My favorite songs to sing are “For Emma” by Bon Iver and “Two Headed Boy Pt. 2” by Neutral Milk Hotel. 

With all that in mind, you must be patient with yourself. While the guitar can offer you limitless avenues for unique expression, likewise it is not very straightforward to learn. It will feel like one step forward and two steps back for a while in the beginning. 

BUT-what did you expect!? It’s the BEST instrument with the MOST to offer after all-it isn’t going to come overnight-and that’s okay. Just trust the process and learn all that you can-before long you too will come to have a unique voice on the instrument.

Guitar Teacher Garrett

Guitar Lessons FAQ

No! Your guitar teacher will meet you where you are whether that’s as a complete guitar newbie or a gigging professional. Our teachers not only have the pedagogical knowledge behind how to play, but also the experience to get you to your goals as soon as possible.

With the right guitar teacher, you will walk out of your first guitar lesson with some new skills. Consistent practice will help you reach your goals faster, but usually real gains tend to come 3-6 months after starting lessons, with developing your own style of playing in about 1-2 years. People don’t grow a six pack overnight, so give yourself time to grow on your guitar journey!

Lessons are $45 for a half hour and $95 for an hour lessons + 3% credit card fee. We offer a discounted rate if you are looking for cheaper lessons through the monthly subscription program. Those rates are $185/month for half hour and $365/month for hour lessons.

Our free consultation is one of our best services for someone who wants to try a guitar lesson before committing. At the consultation, you will meet either in-person or virtually with the instructor of your choice and get a feel for who they are and how they teach to see if you will be a good team! The instructor will go over your goals, what you want to accomplish in lessons, and walk you through some basic exercises and give you their feedback. Interested? Sign up here!

No music theory knowledge is required, but if interested, your teacher can assist you with sight reading sheet music, tabs, lead sheets, and more.

Absolutely! Check out our virtual lesson page here.

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