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.
Nestled between Encino and Woodland Hills, Tarzana is a residential neighborhood with a strong community feel and a growing appetite for quality music education. TakeSessions brings conservatory-level private instruction to Tarzana families and individuals looking to learn piano, guitar, voice, drums, and more.
Named after Edgar Rice Burroughs' famous character — the author once owned a ranch here — Tarzana retains a laid-back, semi-rural charm even as it evolves. Students from Tarzana Elementary, Gaspar de Portola Middle School, and Reseda High School are among our regulars, many of them building skills for school band, orchestra, or solo performance.
With Ventura Boulevard running through its center and easy freeway access, Tarzana residents can reach our Westwood studio quickly or opt for the convenience of online lessons. Either way, our musicians deliver personalized, goal-oriented instruction that helps every student thrive.
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 |
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."
"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."