Private Guitar Lessons & Teachers in Rowland Heights, CA

Crafting melodies and nurturing musical passion is my specialty. As a dedicated guitar instructor, I tailor lessons to individual goals, ensuring a fun and rewarding journey for every student. Let's unlock your musical potential together.

"She was on time and sweet

I have taught over 100 students from age 4 to ages 65+! Over ten years of active gigging and recording experience in guitar and voice and five years on bass. (Spanish speaker too). Happy to drive to a student’s home within reasonable distance. Holds a bachelor’s degree in Commercial Music from Point Loma Nazarene, specializing in guitar, voice, songwriting, performance, and music business. Versatile in various styles such as jazz, rock, gospel, funk, metal, math rock, and more. Songwriting credits on Chicago rapper Tobi Lou’s "Live on Ice" record. I released a full LP in 2023, showcasing creativity and musical prowess. I am eager to share my love for music, help students unlock their potential, and create beautiful tunes together! Let's make music magic!

"Awesome first class!!! I learned a lot compared to my group class I did.

With a musical journey spanning three decades, I've traversed the globe recording and touring with platinum-selling artists. Alongside this remarkable career, I've devoted 33 years to teaching the art of music (both Guitar and Bass). From private lessons to guiding aspiring musicians at esteemed institutions like MI and LA College of Music, and leading master classes across the world, I have honed a versatile teaching approach. My expertise covers a broad spectrum of styles and caters to all ages and skill levels. Together, let's make music an unforgettable part of your life's soundtrack.

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Unlocking musical potential is my specialty. With five years of guitar instruction, I cultivate a fun learning environment rooted in solid technique. I'm dedicated to helping students achieve their unique musical goals. I primarily specialize with Rock Music as I was in a band for 4 years in high school and giged frequently in college.

My journey as a professional musician ignited my passion for teaching guitar. For 25 years, I've guided aspiring guitarists, sharing my knowledge and experience to help them reach their full potential. Some of my students have gone on to be professional working musicians and landed gigs with Ziggy Marley, Gwen Stefani and many more. I will help you unlock your musical intution/creativity and give you creative ways to practice and learn songs , solos etc . I will also teach you ways to track your progress. I believe playing and learning music should be fun, and I make it easier on you to understand certain concepts from a technical, theoretical and practical point of view. I accept beginner to advanced. I can tailor lessons to your needs , the style you want to play, and I can create assignments to help you reach your goals from a professional working musician's perspective. You will find just after a short period how much you can improve your skills and feel the confidence to continue to your goal. My teaching experiences have taken me through schools , clinics at music stores and workshops. I also coach bands , teach beginner to intermediate bass , and music production one on one or group. A little about my work as a musician : Over the years, I toured, recorded and played with numerous bands and artists such as, Carly Simon, Ben Taylor, Mike Keneally, Bryan Beller, Armande Sabel-Leco, Paul Barrere, Kenny Gradney and Bill Payne, Pato Banton, Brendon Small's Galaktikon, Bird York, Janet Robin, Gwen Stefani, Eve, The Roots and more ! I also have theatrical show experience with numerous plays and with Cirque Du Soliel's 'Totem' , ' Corteo' and 'Zarkana'. All these experiences have contributed to the variety of styles in my arsenal that I play and teach. And I can coach you through a very simple plan of action to reach your goals if you desire to do that. Please don't hesitate to reach out to schedule a lesson with me. I look forward to hear from you ! * Note ; for Group Coaching and lessons , the fee is discussed based on how many students , where the event or class takes place and for how long. Thank you Rick

Qualifications: 40 years experience as a professional guitar guitarist, vocalist, instrumentalist performing music publicly in both solo and group settings. Group performances include 50s and 60s rock, swing, big band, country, jazz, blues, and folk. I play and teach electric and acoustic guitars, mandolin, lap, steel, ukulele, banjo, and bass guitar. Bands: Ronnie and the Classics: 50s and 60s music playing a celebrity parties, charity events, concerts, auto shows, and theme parks Boomer McLennan: Country music, playing concerts, such as Country Thunder,clubs in the LA area, fairs, including Del Mar Fairgrounds and Orange County fair. Glenntunes production company: Original music, film scores and kids music Education: BA music, composition, university of California Santa Barbara AA degree, El Camino College, Torrance, California

"Photo of Geri C. Geri C. 2 years ago I am pleased to have finally found a proficient music teacher to coach me on improving my ukulele playing skills. Glenn is an accomplished, highly qualified professional with strong musical background and instruction experience. With his guidance, I have made satisfying progress with growing confidence since signing up for weekly half-hour private lessons. What I like most is that he's patient and encouraging, empowering me to learn at my own pace and capabilities towards my goal, while clearly pinpointing an area that merits further refinement at each session.

I am a Classical Guitarist who teaches from beginning to advanced level I teach bass and piano from beginning to intermediate level I am a member of the South Bay Guitar Quartet I am willing to teach students from ages 10-18

With over 45 years immersed in the world of guitar performance, recording artist and working in the Music Production Industry I have been involved through many eras of production. From tape based studios to today's s digital world, I tailor lessons to ignite your musical passion. I help students of all levels discover the joy and passion of playing an instrument, unlocking their unique potential, one chord and musical phrase at a time. Let's work together on making great music and art content.

I am a dedicated private music instructor with 5 years of professional experience and 38 years of playing experience, teaching students of all ages and skill levels. I specialize in teaching Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, and beginning Piano and Bass. I sight read, teach basic Music Theory and I also teach basic recording using with Garageband. I focus is on building strong musical foundations while nurturing each student's unique voice. Whether preparing for a performance or just learning chords, I tailor each lesson individually to inspire confidence, creativity and a lifelong love of music. Let me help you achieve your goals and follow your passion!

My passion lies in unlocking musical potential through guitar, piano, and singing. As a professional musician with 25 years of experience, I tailor lessons to each student's goals, fostering a fun, supportive environment for growth.

"DeRock is a multi-talented instrumentalist and teacher. He has taught our daughters ukulele and guitar and they have enjoyed the process of learning and grown as musicians. Highly recommend!