Our step-by-step approach will help you to avoid the bad habits that slow down most beginners so you can start playing music and making fast progress now.
Step 1
Find your level
We'll ask you a series of questions to learn where you're at with guitar so we can tailor a Learning Pathway to your unique needs.
Step 2
Start our Beginner Learning Pathway
Over 30 days, we'll guide you through the fundamentals of guitar. You'll know exactly what to work on, and you'll have fun doing it.
Step 3
Move to Late Beginner Pathway
Take a music-first approach to learning the foundational rhythm and lead guitar skills that every well-rounded player needs to develop.
Step 4
Go deeper into your preferred style
Once you build a rock-solid foundation in guitar fundamentals, it's time to start exploring your interests. Jazz, blues, neo soul, funk, classical, prog, & more – we've got the right course for you.
Step 5
Perform and get feedback
Perform a SongSquad of your choice at one of our group recital sessions to take the next step as an intermediate guitarist. Get feedback and advice from our instructors and fellow members.
Explore lessons
Here's a sample of some of our acclaimed lessons designed specifically for beginners.
Learning Pathway
Beginner Learning Pathway
Joey Weidner
This expertly-paced class is the perfect way to kickstart your journey into the wonderful world of guitar playing. Check out this quick lesson:
5-Minute Lesson
How to read TAB
Dr. Quentin Angus
In this quick lesson, Quentin teaches you how to read TAB on guitar.
SongSquad
Cape Code
Jamey Arent
This easy-going acoustic tune is perfect for practicing chords.
Essential licks
10 Easy Lead Lines
Scott Goldbaum
These licks are perfect if you're just getting started with guitar or are new to the blues.
Your membership gives you all-inclusive access to every course.