5 Guitar coaches & instructors for lessons in Portland, OR

17 years guitar/bass experience including teaching, cover bands, originals, solo acoustic and an even an orchestra! Music has helped find my own voice and community and I'm excited to help everyone on their journey. Say hi and let's rock!

"My 8 year old loves music so when she came to me asking to learn guitar I knew who I could go to. He really gets how to communicate with children and keeps focus and fun as priorities. My kid looks forward to her lessons, which makes it fun for all of us!

Unlock your musical potential with personalized guitar instruction. As a professional musician with 26 years of experience, I tailor lessons to your goals, fostering creativity and technical skill. I specialize in the styles of Funk, Rock, RnB, Pop, and Blues - as well as songwriting, arrangement, and sound/tone design. Let's embark on your musical journey together!

"Nate makes learning guitar so much fun! His understanding of the instrument, techniques, musical styles, and applying ideas to songs are very helpful and have made playing and listening to music inspiring.”

With nearly four decades of guitar playing, I offer comprehensive guitar instruction tailored to beginning guitarists. My approach blends technical proficiency with a fun learning environment, fostering a deep appreciation for the instrument and our emotional response to music. No reading music! Instead, I'll teach you the basics of music theory and how the guitar works. Once you learn keys, chords, and chord relationships, the sky's the limit. Let's unlock your musical potential together.

"This review is from a student I tutored in Algebra, but you can still get a sense of what working with me is like. —-————————————- A Truly Exceptional Math Tutor I cannot say enough wonderful things about Doug and his tutoring style. From the very first session, it was clear that he not only has a deep mastery of mathematics but also a true passion and talent for teaching. He has an incredible ability to break down complex concepts into easy-to-understand explanations, making even the most challenging topics approachable. What truly sets Doug apart is his genuine care for his students. He is always available for extra help, whether during office hours or via email, and he went above and beyond to ensure that I had the support I need to succeed. His patience, encouragement, and enthusiasm creates a welcoming learning environment where I feel comfortable asking questions and pushing myself to improve. Thanks to Doug, I not only gained a stronger understanding of math but also a newfound confidence in my abilities. I highly recommend Doug to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and inspiring tutor.

I’m a versatile guitarist with over 15 years of experience performing, teaching, and composing. I specialize in innovative acoustic guitar arrangements, improvisation, and live performance. My work has found success in the music industry with over 10 million combined streams, including more than 2 million annual streams on Spotify and 250,000 monthly listeners at peak. I've also taught guitar for over 9 years with students from over 20 different countries and ages from 7 to 68. I have also 5 years of teaching experience at an engineering school for kids so I'm very knowledgeable in working with youths as well. I believe my patience and dedication to all subject matters relating to guitar music elevates me to do well in a position like this.

"Bob was my college friend and my first guitar teacher. His talent was always absurd and stunned people close to us. I learned so many things in a very short time with him after officially working together for a while. Unfortunately I had to stop due to tendon problems in my fingers, but I miss those days greatly.

My journey as a professional musician has always been fueled by a passion for sharing the transformative power of music. With 12 years of experience teaching guitar, I guide students of all levels, fostering their growth and helping them find their unique voice through personalized instruction and engaging lessons. I want my lessons to serve your goals and provide tools to unleash your own self expression on the instrument and in composing music. Let's unlock your musical potential together!

"Brian is a great teacher! I focus on singer songwriter styles and his approach to creating melody and finding the right chords to harmonize was awesome. I have so many more options now!