Private Guitar Lessons & Teachers in Van Nuys, 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'm a seasoned music producer, songwriter, pianist, and guitarist with over 15 years of experience in the music industry. A proud graduate of New York University's Music Technology program, I've dedicated my career to creating music for clients and sharing my expertise through teaching. My journey includes founding the music program at NYU's Shanghai campus, where I initiated choral groups instrumental ensembles, and provided private lessons to budding guitar and piano players. As a music educator, I've worked with students of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to professionals. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your musical talents, I tailor my teaching approach to your goals. We'll embark on a comprehensive musical journey covering technical skills, theory, and ear training. Let's make beautiful music together if you're ready to unlock your musical potential!

"Jay is a class act: professional, friendly, and an expert in what he does. Can not recommend him and his abilities enough.

Imagine getting to play the part of music that makes people dance. With 18 years of experience, I provide personalized guidance, helping you master techniques and unleash your musicality. Let's groove! I have been performing as a bassist for over 18 years, and teaching for over ten years. As an instructor, I meet students where they are and tailor my teaching approach accordingly. Lessons are collaborative; I want to get to know each student and your individual goals and learning style in order to create an open and comfortable learning environment. My extensive musical background allows you to choose music YOU like to play, and through each song we will work on specific technical, harmonic, and rhythmic concepts. I use my experience as an active working musician to inform the lessons and ground everything you learn in real-world application. About me: I tour the US and internationally with Future Teens, an indie rock band with over three LPs on our resume. Future Teens has been featured on NPR, The Boston Globe, and WBUR, and was Boston Music Awards’ 2019 Alt/Indie Artist of the Year. I studied bass performance at Berklee College of Music, where I earned the Bass Department Outstanding Performer Award and Scholarship. I have a BA in English and French from Skidmore College (‘13). I have worked with students between the ages of six and sixty and welcome students of all ages.

"This guitar lesson with Maya was engaging and enjoyable. The pacing felt just right, making it easy to follow along and stay motivated. If you want to improve your skills in a supportive environment, I recommend giving Maya’s lessons a try. It’s a great way to build confidence and have fun playing guitar! 🎸

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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Devoting time with CoachArt, I've had the privilege to teach underprivileged families and children, delivering transformative lessons via Zoom. Beyond structured sessions, I've extended my reach, providing valuable instruction to friends and families, spreading the joy of learning and the power of connection. Through volunteerism and mentorship, I aim to uplift communities, one lesson at a time, nurturing bright futures with every click of the virtual classroom.

"We love Mark!!

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

I am here to help unlock your musical potential with personalized guitar or bass lessons. I am a professional musician with 15 years of experience, and I'm a passionate teacher who is always looking to keep music engaging, relevant, and fun. From beginners first learning the instrument to experienced players who are looking to refresh their skills and learn new ones, I am here for it!

"Phil is very organized with his materials. I am always happy when I take a lesson with him. How he makes me happy every time I come even when I am in a bad mood.

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.

"I took bass lessons from DeRock years ago, and I still remember how encouraging and supportive he was. He made learning fun, taught me songs I enjoyed, and helped me build a solid foundation as a player. That foundation served me well throughout the 14 years I spent performing as a gigging musician. What stood out most was his patience and ability to explain things in a way that made sense. I'd recommend him to anyone looking for a teacher who truly cares about helping students grow.

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

"I've been taking guitar lessons with Glenn for 2–3 years now, and I recommend him to every friend or colleague who wants to learn guitar (or bass or ukulele) or improve their playing. Glenn has a library of songs tabbed out; once he gets a general sense of where you are in your progress with the guitar, he can suggest dozens of songs in each of several genres--rock, jazz, blues, pop, etc.--that are appropriate for your level. He works with you until you are comfortable playing that song and it's time to move on to a new song, slowly increasing in difficulty as your skill develops. This approach has helped me to slowly, but steadily, develop my skills while playing songs I enjoy. If you want to stick with a pick, stick with finger style, or develop both skills, Glenn can help you improve. If you want to read tabs or read standard notation, Glenn can work with you on either. He mixes in some theory along the way, but not so much that it gets in the way of the fun of playing the guitar. I'm a middle-aged guy, but if you are looking for a guitar teacher for your child, my impression is that he is a great teacher for children and teenagers as well. He is friendly and patient, important traits in a guitar teacher!

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!