Don Striez

I’m a professional acoustic guitar player performing weekly in the resort location of Los Cabos, Mexico, and I specialize in helping students play real songs quickly and confidently — not just practice exercises.

My teaching style is simple and focused:

✔ Learn songs from day one

✔ Build a repertoire you can actually play for people

✔ Develop confidence and flow on the guitar

Beginners:

You’ll play your first song in your very first lesson, and within 12 weeks you’ll have a solid set of songs you can play comfortably for friends, family, or small gatherings.

Intermediate players:

We’ll clean up your timing, improve transitions, and build a repertoire you can play smoothly without stopping.

Advanced players / performers:

I help you take it to the next level:

• Singing and playing at the same time

• Learning lead guitar in a simple, practical way

• Using a looper for solo performance

• Structuring a full live set

• Arranging songs for acoustic performance

• Building confidence to play live

I also host weekly acoustic music sessions, and when you’re ready, you’ll have the opportunity to perform in a supportive, real-world environment.

If your goal is not just to “learn guitar,” but to actually play songs, build a repertoire, and feel confident performing, this is a focused, results-driven approach designed to get you there quickly.

My Teaching Style

My approach is simple, practical, and focused on results.

We skip unnecessary theory and focus on what actually helps you play.

Lessons are built around real songs, with step-by-step guidance so you can improve quickly without feeling overwhelmed.

I adapt each lesson to your level and goals, whether you’re just starting out or working toward live performance.

The goal is always the same: to get you playing confidently, enjoying the process, and making real progress every week.