Guitar lessons in Chicago
19 Chicago guitar teachers listed across 7 cities and suburbs. 1 say they teach kids and 2 mention adult students. 3 travel to students' homes. 1 also teach online. You contact teachers directly; there are no booking fees.
Local guitar teachers near you in Chicago, IL. Open a profile and contact by website, phone, or email.
Also in Chicago: Lessons for adults · In-home lessons
19 guitar teachers
Chicago guitar lessons: cost & FAQ
How much are guitar lessons in Chicago?
Junocal's 2026 pricing index found a median of $52 for a 30-minute and $92 for a 60-minute private music lesson across three Chicago music schools (rate cards observed Sept. 1, 2026). PlayGuitar.com's April 2026 data puts US guitar lessons at $40–$80 an hour on average (median $50 an hour), and Thumbtack's guide says $40–$70 an hour. Our listings don't include prices, so rates vary; ask teachers for their current rates, lesson lengths, and any travel or registration fees. More on guitar lesson costs.
Sources: Junocal 2026 Music Lesson Pricing Index; PlayGuitar.com guitar lesson cost data (April 2026); Thumbtack guitar lesson cost guide. Published figures, not quotes from teachers listed here.
Which Chicago guitar teachers teach kids?
This listing says it teaches children: Pilsen Music. Confirm ages, levels, and openings with the teacher.
Which Chicago guitar teachers work with adults?
These listings say they teach adults: Kacie Swierk and Pilsen Music. Confirm ages, levels, and openings with the teacher.
Are in-home lessons available in Chicago?
These listings say they travel to students' homes: Brian Quinn, Ellen Bartolozzi (Bella Angel Music), and Andrew Pelletier. Confirm the service area and any travel fee with the teacher.
Do any of these teachers also teach online?
Yes. This local teacher also offers online lessons: Andrew Pelletier. Everyone listed teaches in person.
How do I book a lesson?
Open a profile and contact the teacher by website, phone, or email. We don't take bookings or charge lead fees, and we don't employ the teachers.