Get expert guidance in theory, musical expression, and performance to elevate your playing experience.
Guitar lessons - Marco Flores
Bachelors degree
$35
$34
/ hour
Fun and relaxed guitar classes
90% Students enjoy learning without feeling pressured
Strong parent endorsements across ages
From kids to teens, parent spoke highly about the guitar teacher
Guitar lessons that balance theory and fun
Includes just enough music theory to support practical learning
About your guitar teacher
I'm Marco Flores, a Bachelors-educated guitar pro with over 3 years of teaching experience in guitar lessons. I specialize in a wide array of subjects including Acoustic, Electric, Classical, and Bass Guitar. My specialities range from Chord Progressions to Fingerstyle and Music Theory. I cater to students at all levels, be it in school, college, or adults seeking professional guidance. My personalized approach focuses on Chords, Scales, Strumming, and more. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your techniques, I'm here to guide you on your musical journey. Let's strum our way to your guitar goals together!
Your guitar teacher specialities
Guitar for beginners
Chord Progressions
Chords and Rhythms
Strumming and Picking Techniques
Ear training
Guitar lessons overview
As a guitar tutor, I offer engaging and progressive lessons tailored to students of all levels. My teaching style blends theory with practical application, focusing on building a strong foundation while nurturing expressive musicality. I integrate ear training to enhance listening skills, ensuring a well-rounded musical development. I use a variety of tech tools like amp simulators, DAWs, and chord diagram apps to create interactive online learning experiences. By following diverse curricula such as A-Levels, AP Programs, and IB standards, I cater to school, college, and adult learners, providing personalized tutoring to small groups of less than 10 students. Let's embark on a musical journey together and unlock your full potential in guitar playing!
Student types for guitar lessons
Guitar for kids
Guitar for beginners
Guitar for intermediate
Guitar for adults
All Levels
Guitar for advanced
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
Interactive guitar lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
Teaching tools used in guitar classes
Chord Diagram Apps
Metronome Apps
Amp Simulators
Guitar Tuner Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Bass Guitar
Free lesson slots
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Guitar concept taught by Marco
Marco Flores gave Alex a guitar lesson, focusing on right-hand techniques and chord progressions for a specific song before Alex goes on vacation. They worked on finger placement and transitions between G major, C major, E minor, and D major chords. Marco emphasized repetition to build muscle memory and wished Alex safe travels, planning to resume lessons in late July.
Finger Placement
Long-Term vs. Short-Term Memory
Right Hand Technique
Chord Progressions
Guitar instructor Marco Flores taught Ashton and Michael about bar chords, specific parts of the song "Hope" by Alex G, complex chord progressions, and techniques such as muting and efficient finger transitions. Marco provided personalized feedback and visual aids. They discussed guitars, scheduling the next lesson, and practice strategies; Marco also offered to send chord diagrams to help Ashton and Michael practice.
Muting Strings
Chord Voicings
Fretboard Knowledge
Bar Chords
Marco Flores guided Pia Best through a guitar lesson focused on learning a solo and understanding song structure. Pia practiced the solo with Marco's guidance on finger placement and melody, and they reviewed the order and repetition of song sections. Marco offered to provide a written guide to the song's structure and encouraged Pia to practice over the summer.
Simplified Song Versions
Practicing Difficult Parts
Ear Training
Solo Melody
Marco Flores taught Pia Best a guitar solo, focusing on finger positioning and playing techniques on both acoustic and electric guitars. They addressed tuning issues and the impact of string action on playability. Marco will send Pia videos of the solo played at different speeds and clarified a scheduling misunderstanding.
Tuning
Pick Technique
Guitar Action
F Major Scale
Marco guided Michael through guitar techniques, focusing on a blues song's structure, chord progressions, and solo improvisation using the E minor pentatonic scale. They explored diverse guitarists and musical styles, including Japanese jazz fusion and flamenco influences. Michael and Marco also discussed potential songs to learn with Michael's nephew next session, including songs by Radiohead and The Strokes.
12-Bar Blues
Hammer-Ons
Power Chords
AC/DC Rhythms
Marco Flores continued guitar lessons with Grace Habelrih, focusing on learning new chord shapes and improving strumming techniques for a specific song. Grace practiced finger placements and chord transitions, while also working on adapting her technique to accommodate her long nails. Marco sent Grace chord diagrams for practice and scheduled the next lesson for the following Sunday.
Chord Shapes
Seventh Chords
Guitar Playing Technique
Strumming Patterns