What kind of music do you like? What style(s) do you want to play? If you are more interested in folk, classical, or country styles then an acoustic would be better for you. If you have a greater interest in rock, blues, or metal styles then an electric guitar would be best for you.

– If you’re a parent and you aren’t sure what would be the best type of guitar for your child to begin on or what styles they like contact me and I will help you!

First what do you mean by "learn the guitar?" Do you mean be able to strum basic chords and to basic rhythms or are you referring to complete mastery over the instrument?

In reality there are too many variables to give a definite answer as to the exact amount of time learning the guitar will take. We would have to take into consideration your current skill level, your learning ability, how much you practice, how consistent you practice, how you practice, and what you practice, and measure that against what your definition of "having learned the guitar."

I will track and measure your progress so we have actual proof that you are progressing.  Also, feel free to read some of the reviews of my past/current clients.

We must first determine what is your definition of “good?”

Do you just want to strum basic guitar chords? Do you want to play extremely difficult guitar solos? Do you want to be able to improvise music? Some high profile guitar players have spent 1000’s of hours honing their craft. – If you want to play like Joe Satriani this isn’t going to be happen in a few months – or even a few years (considering you are just beginning)

Here's a very general rule of thumb:

If you want to make see good progress practice for 20-30min per day

if you want to make great progress and progress by leaps and bounds practice 1-1.5hrs per day

If you want to totally dominate the guitar and possibly have professional or semi professional aspirations 2-3hrs per day


*** However, if when you practice you have no aim or direction and are just noodling around there is no limit to how long it will take. E.g.  I have met guitar players who have played fairly consistently for 20 - 30 yrs and can't play as well as my students who've been taking lessons for only  2-3yrs.

That depends on which lesson format we decide would be best for your situation. If after we chat on the phone we think we might be a good match, I'll have you come in for a free consultation and I'll assess your current level, your musical goals, your situation, and then will go over available programs and openings.

Lessons run from ½ hour to an hour depending on your lesson format.