Guitar & Ukulele in Austin, TX

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Our Approach

Guitar & Ukulele Lessons for All Ages & Musical Styles

Learning guitar & ukulele should be a fun process and something that students can enjoy for many years to come. That’s why our guitar teachers teach songs and material that students like. From rock to jazz and pop, we teach all genres and styles.

We teach children through adult players and tailor each lesson to the student’s goals and interests. Whether you are just starting out or if you are tired of trying to figure it out yourself on YouTube, we’ll help you reach your goals.
If you live in the Northwest Austin area and are thinking about starting guitar or ukulele lessons, schedule a lesson with one of our awesome, professional teachers!

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Our Approach to Guitar Lessons

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Build strength We Make Guitar Lessons Fun!

We all know the feeling: you hear your favorite song come on and you can’t resist the urge to play along on your air guitar! Here at Northwest School of Music, we can help you convert your musical fantasies into reality – while preserving that irresistible sense of joy you feel when playing along. We want each of our students to LOVE their musical experience with us!
Whether you come to us planning on becoming the next Jimi Hendrix or simply wanting to play songs around the campfire with your friends, our top-notch instructors will help you progress quickly toward your goals while ensuring you have fun along the way.

We Emphasize Healthy Technique

Regardless of your ultimate goals, our teachers will prioritize strong fundamentals including proper posture, hand positioning, chords, fretting, picking, and strumming. As students progress, these basics will become second nature – and serve as the foundation from which students can apply their skills across a variety of genres and styles.
We want our guitar students to be literate, well-rounded musicians. Beginners and seasoned performers alike will find value in our approach at Northwest School of Music, coupling technical instruction with elements of music theory and music history in each lesson.

We Care About Your Musical Interests

Take ownership of your own musical style and grow your talents at Northwest School of Music! Our dedicated instructors are committed to hearing your goals and helping you reach them. We pride ourselves on equipping each student with the tools they need to reach their fullest musical potential.
Creativity, self-discovery, and passion come to life at Northwest School of Music. Whether your goal is to pursue the guitar professionally in an orchestra or as a soloist, or just to play for your own personal enjoyment, your guitar teacher will support you throughout your musical journey.

Our Guitar & Ukulele Teachers:

Stinson Seuser

Stinson Seuser

Piano, Clarinet & Ukulele

After graduating from the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts in Houston, Texas, Stinson enrolled at the Sarofim School of Arts at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, where he was

Luis Rangel

Luis Rangel

Guitar, Bass, Ukulele & Piano

Luis Rangel was born in Caracas, Venezuela, and moved to Austin, Texas at the age of 8. His musical journey began at the age of 4 with violin lessons, which he later

Austin Peters

Austin Peters

Voice, Piano, Guitar & Ukulele

Austin Peters is a multi-instrumentalist & vocalist with a lifelong passion for music. Inspired by the great players of the 20th century, Austin has been playing music since age 12 and began

Nathan Montgomery

Nathan Montgomery

Guitar, Bass & Ukulele

Nathan taught his first guitar lesson at age 12 and has been teaching ever since while earning a Bachelor of Arts in Jazz Performance from Wayne State University. Nathan has a unique

Oscar Villanueva

Oscar Villanueva

Guitar

Oscar is an enthusiastic teacher and dedicated musician who has been teaching for over a decade in Austin and abroad. At an early age, he was surrounded by Colombian folk and Latin

Chris Young

Chris Young

Guitar, Bass & Ukulele

Chris began playing the guitar at the age of eight, and was influenced by blues and rock greats such as Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Eddie Van Halen. Starting at age

Geena Spigarelli

Geena Spigarelli

Guitar, Ukulele & Bass

Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Geena Spigarelli is a seasoned bassist and music instructor who holds a degree in Music Performance and Sound Recording from Texas State University. Throughout her career

Russell Robinson

Russell Robinson

Cello, Violin, Viola, Guitar, & Mandolin

Russell Robinson graduated from the University of North Texas with a bachelor’s degree in music education in 2014 and has been teaching private lessons ever since.

Jonathan Portillo

Jonathan Portillo

Guitar, Ukulele, and Piano

Jonathan Portillo is an Austin-based jazz musician and educator. Hailing from Dallas TX, he graduated with a degree in Jazz Performance from Texas State University in 2022. He has performed at Parkers Jazz Club and Monks Jazz Club, as well as other venues in the Austin and San Antonio area.

Blake O’Neal

Blake O’Neal

Guitar, Bass & Ukulele

Blake O’Neal is a jazz guitarist, born and raised in San Antonio. At age 10, he picked up a guitar, drawing inspiration from folk, pop, and one artist in particular, John Mayer. As the years passed, he found himself drawn to all genres like R&B/soul, jazz, hip-hop, fusion, funk, and metal. 

We Offer Simple Pricing to Fit Your Schedule & Budget

Weekly Lessons

30 min

$150

per month

30 minute lessons are great for building a strong foundation.

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Weekly Lessons

45 min

$215

per month

Fit for both beginners & intermediate students who need more than 30 minutes.

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Weekly Lessons

60 min

$280

per month

Longer lessons, perfect for motivated, intermediate or advanced musicians.

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““When I chose to learn bass, the teacher I was assigned was Matthew. We played together once a week for nearly two years; every time we met in person and every time we got on a skype call, I improved every time.”

— Ian

What you can expect

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What Age Should My Child Start Guitar Lessons?

The minimum age recommended for starting guitar lessons is 7 years old. Due to the thickness of the strings and fine motor skills needed to play the instrument, we do not recommend starting guitar any younger. For younger students, we recommend learning the ukulele.

The minimum age we recommend a student start ukulele lessons is 5 years old. For younger students, we recommend an intro to music program. Starting age will largely depend on the student, some may need to wait longer than others depending on factors such as fine motor skills, attention span and overall interest in music.

Do I Need a Guitar/Ukulele to Start the Lessons?

Yes, you will need a guitar or ukulele to start the lessons. Without an instrument, you won’t be able to practice between lessons and make weekly progress. If cost is a concern, good beginner guitars are inexpensive and most music stores have a 30-day return policy if it’s not for you.

The #1 Reason to Study Guitar at Northwest School of Music?

Our instructors are warm and friendly, and get to know each student and parent on a personal level. We work with you, or your child, to craft a lesson plan that fits individual needs and the student’s favorite type of music.
Whether you’re playing in local bands, a seven year old taking their first lesson, or a fifty year old returning to the guitar after many years, we’ll set goals to achieve your musical aspirations.

We balance musicianship and fun by making sure that each lesson you are challenged with a new technical or theory concept, but always end with something fun such as your favorite riff or song. We use a variety of guitar method books to accomplish this and encourage students to bring CDs or their iPod, or iphone to their lesson to learn their favorite tunes. If you have an interest in ukulele, banjo, bass or mandolin lessons – we got you covered! Guitar lessons in Northwest School of Music will have you rockin’ in no time!

How Qualified are Your Guitar Instructors?

Our guitar and ukulele teachers instructors have received their education from prestigious institutions all over the country. Each is highly qualified to teach and create personalized lesson plans for their students.

What Will I Learn from Guitar Lessons with Northwest School of Music Teachers?

Beginner guitar students can expect to work on chords, simple songs and melodies, sight reading and theory.

Our instructors balance musicianship and fun by making sure that each lesson presents a new technical challenges or theory concept, and ends with something fun, such as your favorite riff or song.

We use a variety of guitar method books, and encourage students to bring their smartphone or CDs to their lesson to learn their favorite tunes.

Our guitar teachers teach rock, blues, metal, country and classical guitar lessons on electric and acoustic guitars. Students have fun with guitar lessons at Northwest School of Music! Beginner students can expect to work on chords, simple songs and melodies, sight reading and theory.

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We are ready to partner with you to help you become a more accomplished musician. We truly believe that consistent, compassionate private instruction is the key to your musical growth. We are happy to evaluate and discuss your interests, goals and plans!


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