private lessons

FOR ALL AGES AND SKILL LEVELS

NO MATTER YOUR AGE OR EXPERIENCE LEVEL, EVERY LESSON IS DESIGNED AROUND YOUR UNIQUE GOALS AND LEARNING STYLE WHILE KEEPING LESSONS ENGAGING, PRACTICAL, AND ENJOYABLE.

WHAT JACK OFFERS

  • All ages and skill levels are welcome. Each lesson is tailored to your goals and musical interests, blending classical foundations with contemporary styles in a relaxed, encouraging environment. Available in 30- or 60-minute lessons.

  • All ages and skill levels are welcome. Learn acoustic or electric guitar in a relaxed, encouraging environment where each lesson is tailored to your goals and musical interests. Build confidence through technique, chords, music theory, and the songs you love. Available in 30- or 60-minute lessons.

  • All ages and skill levels are welcome. Learn to build solid timing, lock in with a drummer, read chord charts, and serve the song in a relaxed, encouraging environment. Each lesson is tailored to your goals and musical interests. Available in 30- or 60-minute lessons.

  • Perfect for young learners and first-time musicians, ukulele lessons make learning music fun while building confidence and strong musical foundations. Available in 30- or 60-minute lessons.

  • Learn to understand the language of music in a practical, approachable way. Lessons cover chords, scales, rhythm, harmony, and ear training to help you become a more confident musician. Available in 30- or 60-minute lessons.

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HOW LONG IS A LESSON?

Lessons are available in 30 or 60 min lengths depending on age, skill, and interest.

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

Getting started is easy! Simply fill out the contact form, and I'll reach out to schedule your first lesson. If you'd like to chat first, I'm also happy to offer a free 10-minute consultation.

DO YOU OFFER A DISCOUNT FOR SIBLING LESSONS?

Yes, shoot me a message and I can send you my sibling rates.

ARE YOU REGISTERED WITH HEARTLAND CHARTER?

Yes! I am a registered vendor with Heartland Charter. Please note that my rates vary for Heartland students to cover the cost being a vendor.

WHAT ARE YOUR RATES?

$45 per 30 min lesson
$75 per 60 min lesson

**Heartland Charter rates are different

WHAT AGES DO YOU ACCEPT?

I have students as young as 4 years old all the way to retirement age. I can provide tailored instruction for all ages.

DO YOU PROVIDE CURRICULUM?

Yes! I will provide print outs, a binder and curriculum books depending on where you or your child are at in their music journey.

Client Testimonials

  • Jack is the perfect combination of tenderness, musical excellence and a joyful soul. I cannot recommend him enough as a teacher and as an example to follow.

    — Chad Bohi, Radiant Central Coast

  • I had been trying to teach myself guitar using online lessons, but I kept running into frustrations that made it hard to enjoy playing. Then, for Mother’s Day, my family surprised me with guitar lessons from Jack—and it was exactly the breakthrough I needed. Jack is an exceptional guitar teacher. He’s incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and has a way of making every lesson both fun and practical. I also really appreciate that he offers both in-home lessons and FaceTime sessions, which is perfect since I’m away so often. If you’re looking for an outstanding guitar teacher, I highly recommend Jack. You’ll be so glad you gave him a call!

    — Alese Miller, Atascadero

  • My 9-year-old son is currently taking private guitar lessons with Jack at our home.  The lessons are well structured with a clear outline and goals.  Jack is an impressive musician and an experienced teacher who keeps my son engaged and entertained during the one-hour, weekly lesson.  The hour flies by before we know it!  This is a great sign when teaching a kid musician.  We appreciate Jack’s enthusiasm and readiness for each session.  He comes prepared with printed sheet music and ideas for teaching theory, strumming patterns, strumming exercises, and chords.  He is amazing at guiding lessons from a book as well as coming up with songs or teaching specific songs that my son is interested in learning.  Jack always gives 100% and cares about his students’ success.  Jack inspires my son to keep learning and, most importantly, keep practicing often so he is ready to show Jack what he has learned for the next lesson.  

    — Karina, Los Osos