Find Electric Guitar Lessons with Excellent Teachers

Online lessons are effective, affordable, and accessible. Lessonface qualifies teachers in over 300 music, language, and arts subjects, including Electric 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 Electric Guitar teachers who have together earned an average of 5 out of 5 stars over 1962 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 Electric 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.

Electric 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 Electric Guitar lesson on Lessonface in the past 12 months was $38.37. The average paid for a Electric Guitar lesson 5 years ago was $31.16. Some Electric 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.

Short answer: The best kind of guitar for a beginner guitarist is the kind that will keep them playing.

Long answer: There's a myth that all students, regardless of their musical interests, should start on acoustic guitar. The reasoning is that acoustic guitar is harder to play and will develop hand strength. The flaw in this thinking is that many acoustic guitars—especially old ones, cheap ones, or ones in need of an action adjustment—are too hard for beginners to play, and often result in frustration, hand and finger pain, and giving up on the instrument. When students have an easy time learning the basics and can get the hang of techniques like barre chords with minimal difficulty, they're far more motivated to keep playing guitar.

That said, there's nothing wrong with starting out on acoustic guitar if that's what you really want to play. Have a professional examine the guitar and make sure it's in playable condition first, and consider using lighter gauge strings and/or a capo to make it easier to press down the strings at the beginning.

However, if you ultimately envision yourself rocking out on electric guitar, then electric guitar is what you should start learning on.

Electric guitars come in several body styles, each with its own sound, feel, and iconic look. Here are the main types:

Solid-body electric guitars are the most common type. The body is made from solid wood with no hollow chambers, which produces a bright, sustained tone and resists feedback at high volumes. Famous solid-body models include the Fender Stratocaster and Telecaster, and the Gibson Les Paul. These guitars are versatile and work well for rock, blues, pop, metal, and country.

Semi-hollow body guitars have a solid center block with hollow "wings" on either side. They offer a warmer, more resonant tone than solid-bodies while still being suitable for higher-volume playing. They're popular in jazz, blues, and rock. The Gibson ES-335 is a classic example.

Hollow-body guitars (also called archtop guitars) are fully hollow with f-holes, similar to a violin. They produce a warm, rich, acoustic-like tone but are prone to feedback at high volumes, so they're primarily used for jazz and some blues styles at lower volumes.

For most beginners learning rock, pop, blues, or metal, a solid-body electric guitar is the best starting point. Guitar teachers often recommend starting with a quality student model in the $200-500 range. When you first start learning electric 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 an electric guitar that truly matches your style.

Guitar size matters. If you're a smaller adult or purchasing an electric guitar for a child, you'll want to choose an appropriately sized instrument. Electric guitars come in short-scale models that are easier for small hands to manage. 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 an electric guitar teacher who teaches the style you want to play and ask their advice.

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

Some 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.

However, if you're interested in jazz guitar, reading standard notation is important. Jazz guitarists often work with lead sheets, chord charts, and written arrangements. Good reading skills are essential for those environments.

Many electric guitar students start by learning chords and tabs, then add music reading skills later if needed. Your 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.

To start playing electric guitar, you'll need a few essential pieces of equipment:

The essentials:

• An electric guitar of appropriate size
• A guitar amplifier (or amp) to hear your guitar—beginner practice amps typically range from 10-30 watts and cost $50-200
• A guitar cable (also called an instrument cable) to connect your guitar to the amp
• A tuner to keep your guitar in tune—clip-on tuners work great and are inexpensive

Highly recommended:

• Guitar picks in various thicknesses to find what feels comfortable (buy a variety pack to start)
• A guitar strap if you want to play standing up
• Extra strings in case one breaks

Nice-to-have additions:

• Guitar stand to keep your instrument safe and accessible
• Music stand for holding chord charts or sheet music during practice
• Metronome to help develop steady rhythm and timing
• Effects pedals (distortion, delay, reverb, etc.)—but wait on these until you've been playing for a while and know what sounds you want

You don't need expensive gear to start. A basic setup with a decent beginner guitar, small practice amp, and cable will get you playing right away. Your guitar teacher can guide you on what to prioritize as you progress and when it makes sense to upgrade your equipment.