Frequently Asked Questions

No problem at all. The intro session is completely free and there's no obligation. If you decide after coming in that it's not the right fit, you're free to walk away. No fees, no pressure. I'd rather you make the right decision for yourself than feel locked into something that isn't working.

All you need is a guitar. If you don't have one yet, don't worry, I can help you figure out the right fit during your intro session. You're welcome to try out a few guitars at the school before making any decisions on gear.

Guitar lessons are an investment, and the quality and style of instruction varies a lot from one teacher to another. Rather than have you make a decision based purely on price, I’d rather you experience a session first so you can evaluate the value for yourself. Pricing is something I’ll go over with you in conversation.

Not at all. Many of the students I work with are picking up the guitar later in life, and they're some of our most motivated learners. If you're serious about learning, age is not a factor.

Yes. Whether you're looking to refine your technique, deepen your theory knowledge, or break through a plateau you've been stuck on, I can help. You don't need to start from scratch to make real progress.

Yes. I work with students of various ages. For children under 7, I handle things on a case-by case basis. Reach out and I'll let you know if it's a good fit based on the child's readiness.

Lessons run approximately one hour.

Less than you might think. How much time you spend practicing matters a lot less than how efficient that time is, and those are two different things. A lot of people grab the guitar, mess around with whatever comes to mind, and call it practicing. To a degree it is, but it's mindless. It's not working toward anything. Efficient practice means you know exactly what you're working on today, you know how it makes your playing better, you can see where it fits in the bigger picture, and you've got a specific job to get done in the time you set aside. That's what practice actually is, and that's what I set you up with. We can talk about what's realistic for your schedule at your intro session.

Most students come at least twice a week. That's what turns slow progress into real progress. We'll work out a schedule that fits your week at your intro session.

I cover a wide range — rock, blues, country, jazz, pop, folk, and more. If it's on guitar, we can work with it. The one exception is classical guitar, which is a specialized discipline I don't currently offer.

No. Most guitarists don't read traditional sheet music and that's completely fine. I'll teach you what you actually need to know to play the music you want to play.

No problem. Just reschedule. I make it easy to move things around so a missed lesson doesn't set you back.

It depends on the student and how consistently they practice, but most beginners who put in the work are playing real songs within their first month or two. You won't be stuck on exercises forever — I get you making music as quickly as possible.