The Bay Area's best Teachers
I.R. Guitar Lessons has only the finest, university-trained instructors. In addition to being experienced in both performance, and education, they are dedicated and professional. Whatever your needs, our superstar faculty can help.
fun, hands-on approach
There is no reason that learning any musical concept cannot be enjoyable. Our curriculum is fun, hands-on, and exciting while still being holistic and rooted in proper technique and musical literacy. We give you the tools to play Bach today and rock tomorrow.
Free introductory lessons
Test drive a lesson before committing to a monthly plan with an intro lesson. It's a great way to meet your teacher, get a feel for their style, and see if private lessons are for you.
All-inclusive tuition
At I.R. Guitar Lessons, your monthly tuition covers everything. Instruments, books, and all other learning materials are included.
Lessons where you want them
Have the choice to have lessons in our Oakland studio, or anywhere else in the world via Zoom. We’re glad to be able to offer hybrid lesson experiences to our students.
Community
I.R. Guitar Lessons isn't just a school, it's a community. When you become a student here, you're plugged into a network of like-minded individuals who can share, socialize, and collaborate with one another.
Performance opportunities
Performing is a vital aspect of learning to play the guitar, and our students enjoy recitals and ample performance opportunities. Always optional and pressure-free, these chances to play and perform for others is a shaping point for young guitarists.
Reward Program
We believe that recognizing progress by distributing rewards inspires students to achieve more than they ever thought possible. With the completion of each step of our curriculum, students are awarded with prizes, medals, and certificates to give their progress meaning.
Proven track record
Our students have won talent shows and guitar competitions, scored in the top 1% on music examinations, and even recorded full-length albums. In addition to being great musicians, many of them have gone on to be great students at Harvard, Stanford, and Duke University.
preparing students for excellence
Since I.R. Guitar Lessons' inception, we have been teaching students to set their own goals and reach them with their own efforts. The self-discipline, group skills, and performance practices they learn prepare them to succeed in the academic and professional world.