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The 10 Best Guitar Teachers Near Durham
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Lucas Messore
Acoustic, Electric, Bass Guitar
- Top Instructor
- Background Checked
- 70+ Lessons Taught
- Jeff, 10+ lessons with Lucas ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Lucas has been excellent, especially dealing with kids that aren’t real talkative! He is great at working with kids, at their level, and has been a good guitar teacher.
Jonathan Shanley
Acoustic, Classical Guitar
- Top Instructor
- Background Checked
- 100+ Lessons Taught
- Saulo, 30+ lessons with Jonathan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Fantastic experience with these folks. Very organized and extremely fairly priced. These instructors are all very well educated. Jonathan was wonderful.
Jacob Billings
Acoustic, Classical, Electric Guitar
- Top Instructor
- Background Checked
- 40+ Lessons Taught
Jeff Frantom
Acoustic, Electric, Bass Guitar
- Top Instructor
- Background Checked
- 200+ Lessons Taught
- Ursel, 90+ lessons with Jeff ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We highly recommend Lessons With You. Our eight-year-old son started online learning to play the guitar with Jeff, who is a fabulous teacher and has great teaching techniques for children. He is patient and positive, and that has really kept my son very engaged and excited about his lessons.
Ryan Liebig
Acoustic, Electric, Bass Guitar
- Top Instructor
- Background Checked
- 80+ Lessons Taught
- Larry, 20+ lessons with Ryan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
If I could choose all the choices listed above, I would. My guitar teacher Ryan, and the sales rep Kerry are the best.
Levi Matthews
Acoustic, Electric, Bass Guitar
- Top Instructor
- Background Checked
- 80+ Lessons Taught
Joe Landi
Acoustic, Ukulele, Electric, Classical Guitar
- Top Instructor
- Background Checked
- 70+ Lessons Taught
- Jahmal, 10+ lessons with Joe ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Continuing this journey of learning to play the guitar with Joe!
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Ursel D.
We highly recommend Lessons With You. Our eight-year-old son started online learning to play the guitar with his instructor, Jeff Frantom, in August. Jeff is a fabulous teacher and has great teaching techniques for children. He is patient and positive, and that has really kept my son very engaged and excited about his lessons with Jeff. He encourages our son and goes out of his way to find music that is relatable and interesting and helps him grow as a beginner guitar player.
Maribeth H.
Saulo Q.
Fantastic experience with these folks. Very organized and extremely fairly priced. These instructors are all very well educated. Jonathan was wonderful. He was patient and very knowledgeable. I will absolutely be continuing with these guitar lessons.
The average price for a half-hour guitar lesson is $37, while we offer lessons at only $35 per a half hour lesson.
Online guitar lessons using Zoom or Skype typically charge between $20-40 for a half hour lesson. Local private lessons range between $35-50, while in-person group lessons cost $20 for a half hour lesson. Check out our guitar lesson pricing guide for details.
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What's the difference between online and in-person guitar lessons?
The average price for a half hour guitar lesson in Durham, North Carolina is $37, although Lesson With You charges only $35. Live online lessons using Zoom, Skype or Google Meet charge between $20-40 for a half hour lesson. Local guitar lessons range from $35-50 for a half hour lesson, while in-person group lessons can cost around $20 for a half hour lesson.
Guitar lesson pricing can vary widely depending on the teacher’s education, performing level and expertise, the location, years of teaching guitar and lesson length. Whichever you choose, it’s important to learn guitar from professional teachers from the start. Check out our guide on how to find a guitar teacher.
What's the best age for a child to start guitar lessons?
The ideal age for a child to start guitar lessons is typically between 7 and 9 years old. However, we welcome students aged 6 and up. For students under 10, it’s recommended to have a parent present during lessons for a successful learning experience. Even if your child isn’t able to read music yet, our teachers are skilled at providing fun and easy musical instruction.
Here’s our helpful guide: What’s the best age to begin guitar lessons?
What will I learn in guitar lessons?
In guitar lessons, you’ll learn various guitar techniques to produce good sound on the guitar, including strumming, fingerpicking and chord progressions. You’ll also learn music theory, sight-reading, ear training, and improvisation to build a strong foundation in music. Your instructor will assign you specific techniques, exercises, and music to work on each week before your next lesson.
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