Guitar Lessons In The Comfort Of Your Home

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  • Lessons offered 9am-9pm, 7 days a week
  • Experienced, knowledgeable, passionate teachers
  • Lessons for all ages and skill levels
  • 30-60 minutes sessions
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  • Free recitals

Lessons in Your Home Video Transcribed

You know it’s time to get the children started with in-home private music lessons. Maybe the lessons are for you, how about the whole family? You’re smart enough to know that music lessons are important but what about finding a teacher? Do you call a music store? Will their teacher be right for you? Then there’s the getting there; the traffic, hauling the kids back and forth, what about dinner? Yeah – Right! Like that’s going to happen. You don’t need lessons with just any ol’ teacher, especially a task master, intimidating, practice demanding monster that bores students. What you’re looking for is an engaged, fun, well-educated, motivational, big smiling and super excited personality that loves teaching Music. A teacher who makes lessons fun. You already know what you need. You need Lessons in Your Home-the music teachers who come to your home or school to teach fun, private music lessons. Their teachers constantly think of great ways to motivate every student. They turn students into dazzling musicians ready to break out a song and share their talents with the world. Now you’re saying “Hey, this could work” Lessons in your Home teaches piano, guitar, voice, violin, in fact they teach every music instrument you could think of. Getting started is as easy as 1,2,3. 

  1. Give Lessons in your home a call or email
  2. They’ll ask important questions about each student ensuring a teacher that’s best for you 
  3. Schedule and start your lessons. What are you waiting for? Start Lessons now with Lessons in Your Home!

Get Private Guitar Lessons Across the Nation With Our Guitar Teachers

Erika Hollister

Instrument(s): French Horn, Guitar, Piano

City: Denver

Erika is in her third year of her Music Performance degree at the University of Colorado, Boulder. Her primary instrument is French horn, and her secondary instrument is piano. She is also proficient in many other brass instruments as well as guitar. In her time at CU Boulder, she has performed with elite en…

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Stephanie Bijoch

Instrument(s): Guitar, Piano, Voice

City: Denver

Stephanie fell in love with playing the piano in middle school! From then on, she seized every opportunity she could to make music including piano lessons, singing in choir, and performing in musical theater productions. Her passion for music transformed into a career when she majored in K-12 Music Education …

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Joshua Fenner

Instrument(s): Guitar, Mandolin, Viola, Violin

City: Denver

Performer, composer and teacher Joshua Fenner advocates the importance of learning an instrument in the arts. Joshua, picked up the violin at age nine and soon after many other instruments including guitar, mandolin, viola, bass-guitar, and theremin. Joshua decided to choose to study music composition at Metr…

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Charles Mayerhoff is a Composer, Trombonist, Multi-Instrumentalist, and Audio Engineer. Beginning at a young age, Mr. Mayerhoff’s fascination with music became a lifelong passion following him all the way to the University of Central Florida where he studied Music Performance and later Music Composition.

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Daniel Levy

Instrument(s): Guitar

City: Denver

Daniel Levy has relied on music as a tool of expression and self discovery since he started playing guitar as a child. Through high school and college jazz studies, along with membership in various Colorado based bands, he has developed his own artistic voice, and has shared it across the country. He is music…

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Jackson Rohlf

Instrument(s): Bass Guitar, Guitar, Ukulele

City: Denver

Jackson can be found at his happiest in the mountains with a guitar in his hand. Hailing from a musical family in Truckee, CA, he is a true lover of the American outdoors and the types of music that come from it. Jackson picked up the guitar in college at the age of 19 and quickly surpassed his teachers’ ex…

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Carleen Jeffers

City: Denver

Carleen Jeffers is a freelance multi-instrumentalist based in Denver, Colorado. They grew up taking classical lessons on both piano and upright bass and has not stopped playing and performing ever since! Carleen later attended the prestigious Manhattan School of Music’s precollege program, and later graduated…

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Jacob Cook

Instrument(s): Drums, Guitar, Percussion, Piano

City: Denver

Jacob has been playing drums/percussion since 2005, and after playing in bands, touring, and recording throughout the years, he has come to realize that his passion lies in teaching aspiring musicians!

When he started playing drums at age 11, Travis Barker of Blink 182 was Jacob’s biggest inspiration! Init…

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Kevin Larkin

Instrument(s): Guitar, Mandolin, Piano

City: Denver

Kevin Larkin grew up in a musical family in Troy, Michigan and has been teaching at Westwoods since 2011. He began playing piano at an early age and got his first guitar when he was 16. He graduated from the University of Colorado in 2004 with a degree in Structural Engineering. While in college he discov…

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Jose Agustin Galan Cardozo

Instrument(s): Bass Guitar, Guitar, Ukulele

City: Denver

J. Agustín Galán Cardozo is originally from Bogotá, Colombia in South America. His native language is Spanish. His musical career began at the age of 15 when he began taking private classical and popular guitar lessons with teacher Pablo Boada Eslava. As a volunteer in his church band, he became interested…

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After answering any questions you might have, we’ll pair you with a local teacher that best matches your age, schedule, skill level, and goals.

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… and then we’ll schedule your first month of lessons!

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First Lesson Guarantee — If you don’t LOVE your first lesson we can pair you with a teacher that better fits your situation. Or you can even cancel and pay us nothing.

What Families Say About Us

Why Should You Take Guitar Lessons?

A better question to ask is why wouldn’t you learn guitar! The guitar is one of the most famous, widely recognized instruments that’s prevalent in some of the biggest music genres including Rock & Roll, Jazz, Blues, and Pop music. The guitar is also one of the most portable and accessible instruments. You can practice and play them just about anywhere because they travel so well. From a cost-benefit analysis, it’s a great instrument to learn on because the barrier to entry is low. Guitars last a long time and it’s cost effective to own and learn guitar. Lastly, who doesn’t love listening to someone play guitar in group settings? The guitar is one of most fun, life-giving instruments a person will ever play and enjoy.

Guitar Lessons for Kids

Most parents know that music can enrich and impact a child’s life. One of the regrets many parents have is not learning to play an instrument. Lessons in Your Home specializes in private in home (or school) guitar lessons for kids. While we do have many adult learners, the vast majority of our students are kids. We cater to all ages as young as kindergarten and on. And just like learning a language, the younger a person starts the more easily they’ll be able to learn guitar. Contact us today to get started!

Guitar Develops Coordination & Cognition

While kids see playing guitar as something fun and cool, parents can rest assured that their child is learning a critical skill that goes beyond having fun. Learning to play an instrument, especially one like guitar, helps children develop critical listening skills, helps with focus and attention, and even stimulates them cognitively, all while providing a constructive hobby for them to engage with. Learning how to match your strumming hand with your fingering hand helps children with sensory motor coordination, timing, and rhythm.

Playing Guitar Helps with Creativity & Expression

Ask any songwriter or musician: learning an instrument is a form of expression and ultimately art. Many guitar players express themselves through performing songs or creating their own music, and it can help them cope with emotions in their life. There’s also indirect benefits to playing and performing, including improving self-esteem and confidence. The world is a more beautiful place with music in it, so let our teachers help get you started on your journey today!

Centennial guitar Lessons For Kids

At Lessons In Your Home, all of the teachers are more than capable of teaching the art of the guitar to children. Most of our young students don’t start lessons until they’re between 5 and 7 years old but our Denver Guitar Teachers have experience teaching children as young as age 3. Teachers working for Lessons In Your Home are experts at creating a curriculum that is equal parts fun and informative, ensuring that your children will learn the guitar and enjoy themselves while doing it. Children taking guitar lessons through Lessons In Your Home have played shows, starred in recitals, and even recorded music in professional studios all across Denver and the rest of Colorado.

Getting guitar Lessons Near You

Lessons In Your Home makes it easy to find an instructor living in your area. We have expert guitar teachers living both in and around Denver that are eager to help you learn how to play! From Littleton to Glendale, Thornton to Parker, and everywhere else around the big city, Lessons In Your Home has teachers ready to start lessons right away. Looking for an even more convenient option? We also offer virtual music lessons via Zoom or Skype!

Getting guitar Lessons Near You

Lessons In Your Home makes it easy to find an instructor living in your area. We have expert guitar teachers living both in and around Denver that are eager to help you learn how to play! From Littleton to Glendale, Thornton to Parker, and everywhere else around the big city, Lessons In Your Home has teachers ready to start lessons right away. Looking for an even more convenient option? We also offer virtual music lessons via Zoom or Skype!

What are some secret tips for a student’s first guitar lesson?

For your first guitar lesson, you need a guitar that can be purchased at any music shop. Some students buy pretty guitars or the nicest brands, it is up to you. Sometimes guitars come with tuners, strap, and picks, which are essential for playing the guitar as well. Our teachers will bring any materials or books that your student might need. Here’s an insider’s secret that most people forget, guitar players need music stands! Music stands help students read materials at eye level and organize music where the student can read and play. Follow these tips for a successful first guitar lesson in Centennial!

Guitar Lesson FAQs

What is the best age to start guitar lessons?

Learning guitar is great for all ages, and a person can start as young as 4 years old. While you can start that young, it’s important to contact us about the size and stringed type of guitar you intend for your child to learn on. The guitar can come in scaled sizes for students of younger ages. Typical sizes include 1/2 scale, best for students 4-7, 3/4 scale, best for students 8-11, and full sized which works well for most students 12 years old and up.

Should I learn on an electric guitar or acoustic guitar?

You can technically learn on either. It really depends on what your goals and desires are for learning guitar. In general, learning on an acoustic is more “foundational” for understanding the guitar as a whole. Young learners will also develop more finger strength on an acoustic, which will make switching to electric much easier. But if your child has a natural inclination to electric guitar, start them out on that!

What guitar equipment do I need to prepare before starting guitar lessons?

Besides the guitar itself, there’s not a whole lot more you need. We’d recommend having these things to improve and speed up learning: 

  • Picks – Learning how to play the guitar with a pick helps young guitarists strum the strings. There’s all sorts of pic sizes and thickness. When starting out, a pack of medium or soft pics will aid in learning. 
  • Guitar Strap – If you want to play or practice standing up, then a strap is a must. Plus, guitar straps can be customized can give kids a sense of personality. 
  • Spare Strings – Strings break down over time and need changing based on how frequently you play. It is always handy to have extra strings on hand when one string breaks, when they start to feel rusty, or when you want to improve the tone of your guitar. 
  • Tuner – Having a well-tuned instrument is key to sounding good and staying on pitch. You’ll want to start each practice by tuning your guitar as weather, humidity, and other variables can make your strings go flat or sharp. 
  • Metronome – While you can still learn the guitar without a metronome, practicing with it at home can ensure good rhythm when playing. It is especially important when planning to play with other musicians. There are tons of devices or free apps that you can use. 

When in doubt, ask your guitar teacher! They’ll help you guide you in what you need to be successful.

Will my fingers hurt when I play the guitar?

Sore fingers when first learning guitar is completely normal. Don’t worry; as you practice more, muscle strength in your forearm and calluses on your fingers will develop. The pain will go away pretty quickly in time. If necessary, there are some ways to lessen the pain when practicing such as using lighter strings. Ask your guitar teacher about this if you’re dealing with pain!

How much time should I spend practicing the guitar?

Any practice is better than no practice. In fact, there is no magic number of minutes because we teach that consistency is the key to success. We’d rather our students play for 10 minutes a day daily rather than 60 minutes in one sitting in a week. One of the benefits of private lessons is that our teachers will give recommendations to your practice time and habits based on your child’s learning style. There’s a lot to consider on an individual student level for how much time should be spent practicing.

Is it important to be able to read music when learning the guitar?

You don’t have to read sheet music to start learning guitar! Long term, our goal for our students is to help them be independent as musicians. Reading sheet music, or learning the ability to learn a piece of new music, is foundational to that goal.

How long does it take to be good at playing the guitar?

When you learn an instrument in the right way, you’re not going to want to stop learning. That’s the best part of having a professional private music teacher! With that in mind, students are able to play songs from the first few lessons. But remember, even the “greats” are still learning. Eric Clapton famously refers to himself as still learning and trying to get better at the guitar, so there’s always room for learning and improvement.