Find Acoustic Guitar Lessons with Excellent Teachers

Online lessons are effective, affordable, and accessible. Lessonface qualifies teachers in over 300 music, language, and arts subjects, including Acoustic Guitar. Students can browse teachers' profiles, send them messages, and book lessons securely through Lessonface. Lessons happen via Zoom links that are securely generated for each lesson, and can be easily recorded by the teacher. Recordings, notes, and attachments can all be accessed from within the Lessonface dashboard. Lessons can be booked one at a time, in packages, or by subscription to save a spot on the teacher's calendar. Lessonface hosts recitals, open mics, group classes, and self-paced courses too. Registering an account is free so it's easy to get started reaching out to find your ideal instructor. Contact us with any further questions!

With over 100 qualified Acoustic Guitar teachers who have together earned an average of 4.99 out of 5 stars over 2851 lesson reviews by verified students, you can be sure to find a great instructor at Lessonface.

Lessonface offers free tools to help you find the ideal tutor for you or your family:

1. Use the open filtering system
2. Use our matching service to describe your background, scheduling preferences, and any particular goals, and qualified Acoustic Guitar teachers will respond.

You can view teachers' bios, accolades, rates, send them a message and book lessons from their profiles.

Many teachers offer a free trial, and you can book lessons one at a time until you decide you prefer to book a bundle or subscribe, so don't hesitate to try. Teachers may also offer group classes, self-paced courses, and downloadable content, so there are more ways to get started while you're still getting acquainted with the community.

Acoustic Guitar teachers on Lessonface set their own rates. Rates are displayed on the teachers' profile pages and in the checkout process prior to booking. Teachers may choose to change their rates for new bookings, and students will always be notified prior to making payment. The average paid for a Acoustic Guitar lesson on Lessonface in the past 12 months was $32.49. The average paid for a Acoustic Guitar lesson 5 years ago was $27.93. Some Acoustic Guitar teachers offer a free trial lesson to new students, which are not factored into the average prices.

There is no fee until you book your first paid lesson. Many teachers offer free trial lessons. Students can opt to book one a time, or purchase lesson packages or subscriptions for scheduling convenience, and, depending on the teachers, a discount. Payment can be made by credit card or Paypal. Lessons booked with a subscription are pre-paid three days before the end of the month for lessons that are scheduled for the following month. Subscription payments can only be made by credit card (not Paypal). Teachers receive their payment after the lesson has been completed.

Yes, absolutely! You can learn acoustic guitar online as a complete beginner. Lessonface guitar teachers have taught thousands of first guitar lessons to brand new acoustic guitarists, and those students have come a long way since day one.

Online lessons work particularly well for beginners because your teacher can see your hands, posture, and technique clearly through the camera. They'll guide you step-by-step through the basics—how to hold the guitar, how to tune it, proper hand positioning, and your first chords. Many teachers share their screen to show you chord diagrams, tablature, or sheet music in real-time.

Plus, learning online gives you some unique advantages: you can record your lessons to review later, practice in the comfort of your own home, and access great teachers from anywhere in the world. You're not limited to whoever happens to teach in your local area.

It's never too late to learn acoustic guitar! Guitar is a flexible instrument, and students of just about any age can learn to play. In fact, many Lessonface guitar teachers say that adult students often progress faster than children because they're self-motivated, have better focus, and practice more consistently.

Adults have unique advantages as learners. You can understand abstract musical concepts more easily, you're learning because you genuinely want to (not because a parent signed you up), and you likely have specific musical goals in mind—whether that's playing campfire songs, playing a favorite Spanish guitar piece, or jamming with friends.

It's true that children's brains are more elastic and they may pick up certain motor skills slightly faster. But adults are perfectly capable of building the muscle memory and coordination needed for acoustic guitar. The real keys to success are consistent practice and patience with yourself.

Your Lessonface acoustic guitar teacher will adapt techniques to work for your body and your learning pace.

Often not—but it depends on the genre of guitar music you want to focus on.

Some acoustic guitarists play entirely by ear, and many more guitarists use chord diagrams and tablature (tab) instead of traditional sheet music. If you want to play rock, pop, folk, blues, or singer-songwriter music, you can go far without ever learning to read standard notation. Tabs show you exactly which fret to play on which string, and chord diagrams show you where to place your fingers—both are much more intuitive for beginners than reading staff notation.

When reading music becomes important: If you're interested in classical guitar or jazz, reading standard notation is important. Classical guitar repertoire is written in standard notation, and being able to read music opens up centuries of beautiful pieces. Jazz guitarists also benefit greatly from reading music since they often work with lead sheets, chord charts, and written arrangements.

The good news? You don't have to decide right away. Many acoustic guitar students start by learning chords and tabs, then add music reading skills later if their musical interests lead them in that direction. Your Lessonface guitar teacher can tailor lessons to your goals—whether that means focusing purely on playing by ear, diving into music theory and notation, or finding a balance between the two.

The most important thing is to start making music in a way that feels fun and accessible to you.

No, you don't need to learn music theory to play acoustic guitar. Plenty of successful guitarists have never studied theory formally. You can learn chords, play songs, and even write your own music without understanding the theory behind it.

That said, music theory can be very helpful. Even basic theory—understanding how chords are built, how keys work, and how chord progressions function—can accelerate your progress and deepen your musical understanding. It helps you learn songs faster, communicate with other musicians, and unlock the fretboard in ways that feel almost magical once it clicks.

Think of music theory as a tool, not a requirement. You can play acoustic guitar without it, but learning some theory along the way will make you a more versatile and confident guitarist. Many acoustic guitar teachers weave theory concepts into lessons naturally, teaching you what you need when you need it, rather than making it feel like a separate subject.

Acoustic guitars come in two main types: steel string and nylon string (classical). Each has a distinct sound, feel, and purpose.

Steel string acoustic guitars are what most people picture when they think of acoustic guitar. They produce a bright, loud, and punchy sound that works well for folk, country, rock, blues, and pop music. Steel strings require more finger strength to press down, which is why beginners sometimes find them challenging at first. However, once you build up calluses (usually within 2-3 weeks), they become much more comfortable to play.

Nylon string guitars (also called classical guitars) have a softer, warmer, mellower tone. They're traditionally used for classical music, flamenco, bossa nova, and Latin styles. Nylon strings are easier on the fingers and require less pressure to fret, which makes them popular with young children and beginners who are worried about finger pain. Classical guitars also have wider necks and flat fingerboards, which give your fingers more room but can feel different if you're used to steel string guitars.

The kind of guitar that is right for you depends on what style of music you want to play. If you're drawn to singer-songwriter music, folk, bluegrass, or rock, go with steel string. If you love classical music, flamenco, or prefer a gentler sound, choose nylon string.

Short answer: A decent student model of the appropriate size.

Long answer: Guitar teachers often recommend starting with a quality student model in the $200-500 range. When you first start learning guitar, you don't yet know what sort of sound and feel you prefer, so it's often not worth investing in a premium instrument—yet. Once you've been playing for a few years, you'll develop a sense of the tone and playability you most enjoy, and you can upgrade to a guitar that truly matches your style.

Plan on hanging onto your first guitar, though! It's always nice to have what guitarists call a "beater"—a sturdy, no-frills guitar you can take outside, on vacation, or to a jam session without constant worry.

Guitar size matters. If you're a smaller adult or purchasing a guitar for a child, you'll want to choose an appropriately sized instrument. Guitars come in ⅞, ¾, ½, and even ¼ sizes for younger players. Playing a guitar that's too large can lead to poor technique and frustration, so proper sizing is crucial for beginners.

Not sure which type or size is right for you? Reach out to a Lessonface guitar teacher who teaches the style you want to play and ask their advice.

To start playing acoustic guitar, you need surprisingly little:

The essentials:

• An acoustic guitar of the appropriate size for your body and type (steel string or nylon string) for the music you want to play
• A tuner to keep your guitar in tune—clip-on tuners are inexpensive and easy to use
• Properly strung and set up guitar—if you're buying used or haven't played in years, have a professional check that the guitar is in good playing condition

Nice-to-have additions:

• Guitar strap if you want to play standing up
• Guitar stand to keep your instrument safe and accessible (guitars left in cases get played less often!)
• Music stand for holding chord charts, sheet music, or your device during lessons
• Metronome to help you develop steady rhythm and timing

Start with the basics and add other equipment as your playing develops and you discover what will support your practice best.