Guitar Lessons in Monrovia, CA – Acoustic, Electric & More
Looking for guitar lessons in Monrovia, CA? At Joe Ferrante Music Academy, we offer comprehensive guitar classes in Monrovia, CA for students of all ages and skill levels—from absolute beginners to advanced players. Whether you’re passionate about acoustic, electric, bass, or classical guitar, our experienced guitar instructors in Monrovia, CA, guide you every step of the way.
Learn Step-by-Step with Skilled Guitar Instructors
Our structured curriculum starts with the fundamentals, including:
- 🎵Proper hand positions and posture
- 🎵Tuning the guitar
- 🎵Understanding the fretboard
- 🎵Reading standard music notation
- 🎵Basic chord construction and transitions
As students progress, our guitar teachers help develop more advanced techniques such as:
- 🎵Playing melodies and complex chord patterns
- 🎵Strumming variations and picking styles
- 🎵Improvisation and soloing
- 🎵Understanding scales and music theory
Personalized Guitar Classes for Every Style
We tailor our guitar lessons to match your musical interests. Students can choose to specialize in a particular style or explore rock, blues, jazz, folk, classical, and pop genres. Our guitar classes in Monrovia, CA, also allow students to explore songwriting, ear training, and even singing while playing the guitar.
One-on-One with Passionate Guitar Instructors
At Joe Ferrante Music Academy, our professional guitar instructors in Monrovia, CA, offer private lessons to ensure personalized attention and faster progress. Whether picking up a guitar for the first time or refining your performance skills, our guitar teachers work closely with you to help meet your musical goals.
Group Lessons & Performance Opportunities
For those who enjoy collaboration and live music, we offer ensemble options and group guitar classes where students can jam, learn to play in bands, and perform in recitals or showcases. These experiences build confidence, teamwork, and real-world music skills.
Why Choose Joe Ferrante Music Academy?
Located right in the heart of Monrovia, CA, our academy is the top local destination when searching for guitar lessons in Monrovia, CA. We combine quality instruction, personalized learning plans, and a supportive musical community. Whether you’re a hobbyist, aspiring performer, or serious student preparing for auditions, we have the right guitar teacher in Monrovia, CA, for you.
Get Started With a Free Guitar Lesson Today!
Ready to book your first lesson? Contact Joe Ferrante Music Academy in Monrovia, CA, and find the right guitar instructor in Monrovia, CA, to help bring your musical dreams to life. Start Your Guitar Journey Today — Call us or visit our Monrovia academy. Let’s make music together!
Guitar Lessons Offered
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Bass Guitar
Classical Guitar
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can young kids take guitar lessons?
Younger students (6 and older) are encouraged to start on half-size acoustic guitars before advancing to a 3/4 or full-size instrument. Acoustic guitar is encouraged for beginning students since they have slimmer necks and nylon strings, which are easier on the fingers. After the beginning stage of guitar lessons, one can continue on to the electric guitar if desired.
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How old does my child have to be to take private guitar lessons?
We highly recommend that the child be 6 years old to begin guitar lessons. Children should also start out on half-size guitars to accommodate their smaller fingers and hands. After that, students can move up to ¾ size and then full-size guitars and even electric guitar if desired.
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Do you teach adults as well?
Absolutely! We teach students of all ages and offer flexible scheduling to accommodate busy schedules.
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Can I try a guitar lesson first to see if I like it?
To make sure it’s the right fit for you, we offer a free introductory trial lesson with one of our guitar teachers. After that, you can choose to buy one month of guitar lessons at a time (4 lessons), or sign up for a 3 or 6-month plan for a reduced cost.
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What availability do you have for guitar lessons?
We are open 7 days a week and offer mostly afternoon (1:00 pm and later) and evening time slots. On Saturdays and Sundays, we offer morning slots as well. Availability for guitar lessons will vary by guitar teacher availability, so give us a call at (626) 628-2485 or text us at (626) 628-2485 to find out what we have available.
A glimpse into Joe Ferrante Music Academy
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Need An Instrument for Your Lessons?
Your first lesson includes a quality instrument for each student for most instruments. Once a student decides to continue with us we
rent instruments for as low as $35 per month.
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"My children have been with the academy for three years: it has become a part of their daily lives. My oldest daughter was first to learn piano and my son followed by taking violin with Candace. He really loves Ms. Candaces enthusiasm and teaching style. We wouldn't go to anyone else."
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More About Our Guitar Lessons in Monrovia, CA
At Joe Ferrante Music Academy in Monrovia, each guitar lesson has three major components. The first segment is devoted to last week’s lesson assignment where the student gets a chance to demonstrate what they’ve worked on. The second component is time spent on technical development and music theory training. Students are taught how to read music, increasingly complex rhythms, note interval recognition, ear training, and chord construction. The third component in guitar lessons is introducing the next assignment and teaching the student the important elements of their new song(s). Students are tested for their level of achievement twice a year (we have 10 Levels of Achievement), and are given the opportunity to perform in recitals from a beginning to advanced level.
Guitar Lessons Available in Monrovia and Neighboring Cities
Ready to learn guitar? Joe Ferrante Music Academy welcomes students from Monrovia and surrounding communities to experience high-quality, personalized guitar instruction. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced player, our expert teachers are here to guide you. Check our full list of service areas to see if we teach in your city and take the first step toward mastering the guitar.
14 Benefits of becoming a Joe Ferrante Music Academy Student:
1. Piano, Voice, Singing, Electric and Acoustic Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, Mandolin, Drums, Cajon, Violin, Viola, Cello, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Songwriting, Theory, Composition, Film Scoring, Recording Technology, Early Childhood Classes and Drama coaching in ONE location!
This diversity of musical offerings gives families the ultimate convenience as siblings can study different instruments at the same time or a single student could take Cello and Singing back-to-back. We house everyone’s musical needs under one roof! We are the only school in Monrovia, California that offers all of these popular instruments: All acoustic Pianos, Voice, Singing, Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, Mandolin, Drums, Cajon, Violin, Viola, Cello, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Songwriting, Theory, Composition, Film Scoring, Recording Technology, Early Childhood Classes and Drama coaching in one location.
2. The most qualified and talented teaching staff in Southern California
3. The widest range of music lesson times available seven days a week!
We are one of the only schools in San Gabriel Valley to offer lessons seven days a week to accommodate your busy schedule:
Monday: 1:00-8:00pm
Tuesday: 1:00-8:00pm
Wednesday: 11:00am-8:00pm
Thursday: 1:00-8:00pm
Friday: 1:00-8:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am-3:30pm
Sunday: 12:00-6:30pm
Come in and take a free tour!
4. A Proven Track Record of Excellence Since 2004.
Visit our Testimonials page to see what our students have to say about us. For over twenty years, we have enjoyed the privilege of teaching thousands of musicians of all ages to develop their confidence and skills. While many aspiring music teachers start studios that come and go, we remain steadfast in our commitment to exceptional quality musical education. We’ve even had former students return to us all grown up after studying music professionally to teach with us or return to have their own children study with us!
5. A comfortable lounge for parents and siblings
You’re always welcome to wait in our lobby with plenty of comfortable seating, blazing fast wi-fi, and lots of windows. Every teaching room has beautiful French doors so you can watch lessons taking place or you can sit in on lessons; it’s your choice.
6. Fully stocked music lesson rooms
All you need to bring is your instrument. We’ve fully decked out every music lesson room to ensure it’s comfortable, has plenty of natural light from windows, and is beautifully painted and decorated with amazing art to inspire you. Each room has everything you need for your lesson in any discipline including electronic drum sets, amplifiers, other instruments and acoustic pianos. We’ve got you covered.
7. World-class recitals celebrating you
Twice a year we offer awards recitals open to all of our students so their family and friends can celebrate their accomplishments. Every parent wants to know that their child is progressing and having them participate in recitals is the best way to confirm that the investment in lessons is really worth it. Past recital themes include Red Carpet, Christmas, Mardi Gras, Chocolate, Dress-up Halloween, and Glow-in-the-dark. We have a photographer, videographer, and often live-stream our concerts ending in a lovely reception. Students are never required to perform but many do as it’s incredibly gratifying to get to play in front of an audience and receive applause from a full house of support.
8. Professional office staff to assist you seven days a week
9. Trophies, Certificates, and Award Wristbands to chart and celebrate your achievements
We are proud to offer the Musical Ladder program to measure and chart our students’ progress and reward their success. No more guessing whether your or your child’s skills are really developing. Our program has clear, attainable goals that inspire students to practice and grow confidence when they earn their rewards for passing tests. The tangible rewards of colorful wristbands, certificates, and trophies evidence students’ learning and achievement and give them something to bolster their confidence and even show off to friends and family. Everybody wins with the Musical Ladder system as when students have an upcoming test, they practice and learn more, making their teachers proud, their parents proud, and most importantly themselves proud.
10. We work with plenty of charter schools and the Monrovia School District
Got a charter student or want to take lessons through the school district? No problem. We work with plenty of charter school organizations as well as the Monrovia School District to ensure that everyone gets access to quality music education.
11. Morning and lunchtime lessons for homeschoolers, retirees, college students, and working professionals.
12. Located in beautiful Old Town Monrovia
13. Professional Picture Days
14. Month-to-month lessons
Every student of JFMA is on a month-to-month membership. We do not require any large advance deposits or semester commitments. You have nothing to lose as there’s no long-term contracts. We want students who want to be here so if you’re ready to give music a shot or sharpen your skills, we can’t wait to get started on your musical journey with you!