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Beginner Instruments
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I schedule my lessons?
Guitar Center Lessons students can view or modify an upcoming lesson with our exclusive online Lessons scheduler or by calling your Lessons location. The Lessons Scheduler is available in the My Account section.
What instruments do you teach?
We offer private one-on-one and group instruction for guitar, bass, drums, piano, vocals. At select locations, we also offer lessons in DJing, songwriting and music production classes for learning popular DAWs (digital audio workstations).
What can I expect at my first lesson?
Each instructor customizes lessons to ensure that you are learning what you like and having fun. Your instructor will start you slowly, introducing new concepts each week, plus give you exercises or easy songs to play to keep you learning at home.
Where do I take my lessons?
We have a wide range of instructors teaching in safe, modern learning facilities located conveniently within our Guitar Center retail locations. There are cameras in each lesson room so you can monitor your child’s progress from the waiting room or lobby.
What are the benefits of playing music?
Learning an instrument is an enriching and rewarding experience that creates lifelong benefits, including increased self-esteem and the boosting of memory. Additionally, benefits for school-age individuals can include improved coordination, the expanding of social skills, and higher scores in math, reading and language.
As a parent/guardian, do I need to remain in the store while my child takes lessons?
An adult parent or guardian must accompany any student under 12 years of age upon arrival and departure from every lesson.
I purchased lessons online. Now what?
If you ordered lessons online or added a 4-pack of lessons to a purchase on our website, the next step is for you to call or visit your store to schedule your lessons. After your lessons are scheduled, you can view or modify an upcoming lesson with our online Lessons Scheduler or by calling.
What is the difference between a 30-minute and a 60-minute lesson?
30-minute lessons allow young or beginner students to learn the basics of the instrument and start playing songs. 60-minute lessons are ideal for more advanced students looking to progress faster and focus on the finer points of technique.
How much time will my child need to practice between lessons?
This varies by age and the type of goals the student has set out to achieve. However, most new students usually spend 15-30 min. practicing daily, while advanced students can practice for an hour or more each day in-between lessons.
How will I be assigned an instructor?
Our Lessons staff will work with you to determine your current skill level, stylistic interest and ambitions. We'll then help you choose an instructor who best suits your style and goals. If at any point, you'd like to change instructors, let us know. Our weekly monitoring of progress and wide-ranging curriculum means you can switch to any of our qualified instructors, or another instrument, without missing a beat.
How do you select your instructors?
We've carefully selected the most qualified and well-respected instructors-assuring a great fit for those who are just learning to play as well as those who want to advance their skills. Beyond having celebrated careers, our instructors are personable, patient, and well educated, often with advanced degrees in music from renowned music schools. All of our instructors are required to pass through detailed training and a background check.
What is Guitar Center's curriculum?
Our flexible curriculum allows students of all skill levels to experience growth. We help create a foundational understanding of music theory through the style of music you want to play. Our instructors will work to understand your goals and passions, and make sure you are on the path to learning what you want at your own speed.