Find Guitar lessons near you in Greensboro, NC

Children, teens, and adults work through rock, jazz, blues, and folk in flexible online guitar lessons. Greensboro pairs UNC Greensboro's respected School of Music with the downtown Tanger Center for the Performing Arts. Lesson by lesson, an online guitar teacher hones technique, chords, and musicality. Goals range from strumming campfire songs to lead soloing, and lessons flex to fit.

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Elizabeth taught 11 days ago

The student and tutor worked on learning guitar tablature and techniques for the song "Born of Broken Dream." They practiced specific passages, including slides and pull-offs, and explored chord shapes like F major and its transposed version. The tutor plans to send the student resources for the F chord and backing tracks for practice.

Guitar Tablature (Tab)

Musical Notation Symbols

Chord Voicings and Bar Chords

Pattern Recognition in Music

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Alexander taught 24 days ago

The Tutor and Student worked on learning the guitar riff and solo for "Roadhouse Blues" by The Doors, focusing on pentatonic scales and specific fingerings. They also began discussing the introduction to an Arctic Monkeys song for future practice.

E Blues Scale and Song Structure

Guitar Techniques in "Roadhouse Blues"

Music Business and Vintage Gear Trends

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Elizabeth taught about 1 month ago

The tutor and student worked through various guitar studies, focusing on reading music, finger placement, and playing techniques for common time signatures. They practiced exercises for chords, melodies, and a prelude, with the tutor providing feedback on technique and sound quality. The student will continue practicing these exercises.

Using Thumb for Louder Notes ('P' Technique)

Prelude: A Musical Introduction

Playing Notes Clearly: Avoiding Buzzing

Common Time Signature (4/4)

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Patrick taught about 1 month ago

The Student and Tutor worked on improving guitar playing skills, focusing on chord formation, finger technique, and musical timing. They practiced specific chords and strumming patterns, with the Tutor offering guidance on hand positioning and reducing muting issues. The session also included a brief discussion on guitar maintenance and music theory related to chord construction.

Guitar Chord Voicings and Finger Placement

Rhythm and Strumming Patterns

Guitar Anatomy and Maintenance

Chord Theory: Building Blocks of Harmony

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Zachary taught about 2 months ago

The Student and Tutor reviewed guitar scales and modes, focusing on the natural minor scale and its relation to the minor pentatonic. They practiced applying these scales over chord progressions and explored adapting scale shapes for different keys and modes, with a plan to investigate the Mixolydian mode further.

Three-Note-Per-String Scale Patterns

Major Pentatonic Shapes in Major Keys

Natural Minor Scale vs. Minor Pentatonic

Modes and Chord Progressions

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Jose taught 2 months ago

The student and tutor reviewed guitar chord transitions, the 'bass note first' technique, and bar chord shapes based on E and A major/minor forms. They practiced arpeggios and explored methods for managing nylon strings, concluding with advice on music teaching strategies. Future practice will focus on applying these learned techniques.

Bass Notes First Technique

Barre Chord Shapes and Root Notes

Barre Chord Shapes (5th String Root)

Four Basic Barre Chord Shapes

Guide Finger Technique for Chord Transitions

Arpeggios and Chord Voicings

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Blues, country, and rock guitar lessons near Greensboro among others

Classical Guitar

Classical Guitar

Quiet, unplugged, and full of feeling.

Electric Guitar

Electric Guitar

Play loud, fast, and clean with confidence.

Acoustic Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Calm and expressive sessions for acoustic lovers.

Guitar Beginners

Guitar Beginners

No pressure learning – just progress and fun.

Bass Guitar

Bass Guitar

Ideal for aspiring band members and solo players.

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Frequently asked questions

What’s the average cost for guitar lessons in Greensboro?

Expect to pay around $28 to $50 per session, depending on the tutor’s experience and the complexity of the material you’re learning.

Are there tutors who work with students from UNCG’s music program?

Yes, quite a few tutors are familiar with college level expectations and can help students prep for auditions or courses at UNCG. Wiingy can connect you with these specialized instructors.

Can kids and teens start learning guitar in Greensboro?

Definitely! Many local tutors have experience teaching younger students using fun exercises that make learning chords and rhythm enjoyable.

Do tutors help students get ready for events or competitions in Greensboro?

Absolutely. Whether it’s a school recital or a showcase at Greensboro Music Academy, tutors assist students in practicing and boosting their stage confidence.

Are electric guitar lessons available in Greensboro?

Yes, from blues to rock and metal, several tutors focus on electric guitar techniques, including tone shaping and gear setup.

Guitar lessons near Greensboro