Guitar Lessons in Culver City

Acoustic or electric, learn guitar fundamentals, chords, soloing, and your favorite songs.

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Our guitar lessons cover acoustic and electric guitar across rock, blues, jazz, classical, folk, and pop styles. You'll learn proper fretting technique, chord voicings, scales, improvisation, and song structure. Lessons are tailored to your musical interests and goals.

Culver City has emerged as one of LA's most exciting creative hubs, home to major studios like Sony Pictures, Amazon Studios, and Apple TV+. This influx of creative energy has made the city a hotspot for families and professionals who value the arts — and TakeSessions is here to serve that community with exceptional private music lessons.

From the Culver City Arts District to the revitalized downtown, the city pulses with cultural activity. Our students include children from Linwood E. Howe Elementary and Culver City Middle School, as well as entertainment industry professionals exploring music on a personal level. Local venues like the Kirk Douglas Theatre and Jazz Bakery keep the performing arts front and center.

Our Santa Monica studio is a quick drive west on Washington Boulevard, and Culver City's central Westside location also puts our Oppenheimer Tower studio within easy reach. Whether your musical interest is classical, contemporary, or electronic, our musicians bring the same creative intensity that defines Culver City itself.

Guitar Teachers in Culver City

Marcus R.

20+ years

Session guitarist with credits on Netflix and major label records. Teaches all styles.
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Lesson Pricing

Format Duration Per Lesson Package
Private In-Person 30 min $55 4 for $200
Private In-Person Popular 45 min $75 4 for $280
Private In-Person 60 min $95 4 for $360
Private Online 30 min $45 4 for $160
Private Online Popular 45 min $65 4 for $240
Private Online 60 min $85 4 for $320
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What Guitar Students Say

"Marcus is the real deal. Having a musician who's actually worked in the industry makes such a difference. My guitar playing has improved more in 3 months than in 2 years of self-teaching."

Ryan K. · with Marcus R.

"The online lessons work surprisingly well. I take guitar lessons with Marcus from my home office and the quality is great. Flexible scheduling is a huge plus."

Carlos D. · with Marcus R.

Guitar Lesson FAQs

Should my child start on acoustic or electric guitar?
Either is fine! Acoustic guitar is a popular starting point because it's portable, requires no extra gear, and builds finger strength quickly. Electric guitar can be more motivating for kids who love rock or pop since the strings are lighter and easier to press. Your musician will help choose based on your child's musical interests and hand size. Many students eventually play both.
What size guitar does my child need?
Guitar sizing depends on your child's age and height. Children ages 4–6 typically start with a 1/4 or 1/2 size guitar, ages 7–10 with a 3/4 size, and most kids over 11 can handle a full-size instrument. Your musician will assess the fit during the first lesson and recommend the right size. We can also point you to affordable rental programs so you're not buying a guitar they'll outgrow.
Can I learn guitar even if I've never played any instrument before?
Absolutely! Guitar is one of the most popular instruments for complete beginners. You don't need any prior musical experience. Your musician will start with the basics — how to hold the guitar, simple chords, and easy strumming patterns — and build from there at a pace that's comfortable for you. Many of our adult students picked up guitar as their very first instrument.
My fingers hurt when I practice — is that normal?
Yes, this is completely normal for new guitar players! Your fingertips need time to develop calluses, which usually takes 2–4 weeks of regular practice. In the meantime, your musician will suggest exercises to build finger strength gradually and recommend shorter practice sessions to avoid overdoing it. The discomfort is temporary and goes away once calluses form.
Do I need to learn to read sheet music to play guitar?
Not necessarily. Many guitar students learn through tablature (tabs), chord charts, and by ear — all of which are valid approaches. However, learning to read standard notation opens up more musical opportunities and makes it easier to communicate with other musicians. Your musician will introduce notation gradually alongside tabs so you build well-rounded skills without feeling overwhelmed.

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