Guitar lessons · Denver · Austin · Phoenix · Chicago
Guitar Lessons Near You
89 local guitar teachers and studios across four metros. Every listing teaches in person; you contact the teacher directly. We don't take bookings, charge lead fees, or employ teachers.
Pick your metro to see profiles, neighborhoods, and who teaches kids, adults, or in-home lessons.
How much do guitar lessons cost?
Our listings don't include prices. For cited national benchmarks and what moves the price, see how much guitar lessons cost. Deciding between an independent teacher and a school? Read private teacher vs music school.
How to choose a guitar teacher
- Say which style you want: acoustic, electric, or classical. Teachers often specialize, and listings note styles where known.
- Match the teacher to the student. Some programs are built for kids; others focus on adults.
- Ask about lesson length, the rate, and how billing works: per lesson, monthly, or by term.
- Check the instrument: a guitar sized for the student, and whether you need an amp for electric lessons.
- Ask about the cancellation and make-up policy and whether there's a trial or first lesson.
Guitar lessons: cost & FAQ
How much are guitar lessons?
Junocal's 2026 index of 12 US providers found a median of $51.50 for a 30-minute and $91 for a 60-minute private lesson. 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.
Do local guitar teachers take kids and adults?
12 of our 89 guitar listings say they teach children and 9 mention adult students. Browse kids' lessons in Denver, Austin, Phoenix; adult lessons in Denver, Austin, Phoenix, Chicago. Other teachers may take both; ask directly.
Can I get in-home guitar lessons?
9 of our guitar listings say they travel to students' homes. See all in-home music teachers in Denver, Austin, Phoenix, Chicago. Travel can add to the price, so ask about fees.
Do any of these guitar teachers teach online?
Every listing teaches in person; 9 of our guitar listings are flagged as also teaching online. Online vs in-person lessons.
Which cities do you cover?
Denver, Austin, Phoenix, and Chicago, including nearby suburbs. We don't list other cities yet.