Online Guitar Lessons for Kids, Teens & Adults
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Learn Guitar with Private Online Lessons Focused to Your Goals
Private guitar lessons help students build confidence, develop real playing skills, and enjoy making music at any level. Whether you are a complete beginner learning your first chords and strumming patterns or an experienced player preparing for an audition or performance, RMT Music provides personalized guitar lessons designed around your goals.
Our background-checked guitar instructors teach students of all ages, including kids, teens, and adults, through flexible virtual lessons you can take from home. Every lesson plan is customized to your pace, your preferred style, and your musical interests. We cover everything from proper technique and fretboard navigation to music theory, songwriting, and performance preparation.
Online guitar lessons with RMT Music mean no commute, no rigid scheduling, and no barriers between you and the music you want to play. Lessons are available for beginners through advanced players, with both 30-minute and 60-minute options to fit your schedule. A free trial lesson is included so you can experience our approach before committing.
Does This Sound Like You?
We hear this from students and families all the time. You are not alone.
- Your chord transitions are slow and choppy, and your fretting hand is not moving fast enough to keep up with the rhythm.
- You can play individual chords and riffs, but putting them together into a full song feels out of reach.
- Barre chords, fingerpicking, or playing lead lines feel impossible no matter how much you practice.
- You or your child lose momentum every summer and feel like you are starting over each fall.
- You used to play guitar and want to return, but feel like you have lost too much ground.
Our instructors have helped students work through every one of these challenges. The right teacher and consistent weekly lessons make a measurable difference.
Why Take Virtual Guitar Lessons?
All you need is a guitar and an internet connection. Our online guitar teachers deliver the same quality of instruction virtually as in person, with far more scheduling flexibility and no commute.
Benefits of virtual guitar lessons include:
- Improves focus, memory, and hand-eye coordination
- Builds discipline, consistency, and self-confidence
- Develops creativity, musicality, and personal expression
- Strengthens music theory knowledge and ear training
- Flexible scheduling that fits school, work, and family life
- Lessons available nationwide, so wherever you are, we have a teacher for you
Guitar Lessons for Beginners
No experience required. Our beginner guitar lessons build a strong foundation from the very first session, covering proper posture, basic chord shapes, strumming patterns, and simple songs you can actually play. We believe the best way to learn guitar is by picking it up and playing from day one, not drilling theory in isolation.
Beginner students learn:
- How to hold the guitar and develop correct posture and hand position
- Essential open chords and smooth chord transitions
- Strumming patterns and rhythm fundamentals
- Reading guitar tablature and basic music notation
- Finger strength, dexterity, and fretboard familiarity
- How to practice productively at home
Guitar Lessons for Kids & Teens
From first-time players to competitive musicians, we teach students at every stage of development. Lessons are customized to each student’s age, skill level, and goals — with parents kept informed throughout.
For younger students, we focus on:
- Fun, age-appropriate repertoire that keeps kids excited to practice
- Performance opportunities to build real stage confidence
- Creativity, musical play, and developing a personal sound
- Regular progress updates and communication with parents
For teens, we add:
- Instruction in the styles teens care about most, including rock, pop, blues, metal, jazz, and more
- Audition preparation for school programs and music competitions
- Song writing, improvisation, and creative development
- Advanced music theory applied directly to the fretboard
- Solo performance coaching and stage presence
Guitar Lessons for Adults
It is never too late to learn guitar or to return to it. We design adult lessons around your schedule, your goals, and the music you actually want to play. No pressure, no one-size-fits-all method books.
Adult lessons include:
- Flexible scheduling — mornings, evenings, and weekends available
- Your pace, your repertoire, whether that is rock, blues, jazz, fingerstyle, folk, country, or anything in between
- Support for returning players rebuilding technique and breaking old habits
- Focused work on tone, dynamics, and expressive playing
- Virtual lessons with no commute required
Our Team
Aarav Sharma
Mateo García
Zuri Ndlovu
Leila Haddad
Why Choose RMT Music for Guitar Lessons?
Thousands of students across all ages and skill levels have grown as musicians with RMT Music. Here is what sets us apart:
- Background-checked, credentialed guitar instructors who are professional performers and experienced educators
- Personalized lesson plans built around your specific goals, not a generic curriculum
- Flexible scheduling with mornings, afternoons, and evenings available year-round
- Virtual and in-person lesson options
- Lessons available nationwide
- Free trial lesson with no commitment required
Reviews
“His teacher has achieved a superb balance between preparation, technique, theory, and musicianship.”
— Kenny Vise, Former Fine Arts Director and RMT Music Parent
“Working with RMT was a huge help in being confident when performing — even outside of music.”
— Nova McFarland, RMT Music Student
Our Guitar Lesson Process
- Fill Out the Interest Form. Tell us your goals, experience level, and preferred schedule. It takes less than two minutes.
- Meet Your Guitar Teacher. Your instructor learns your musical background, the styles you love, and what you want to work on.
- Meet Your Guitar Teacher. Your instructor learns your musical background, the styles you love, and what you want to work on.
- Build Skills and Confidence Every Week. Real, measurable progress in every session.
What You Will Learn
RMT Music guitar lessons build every dimension of playing, from technique and theory to performance, in a structured and progressive way.
Guitar Technique & Fundamentals
- Fretting hand strength, accuracy, and clean note articulation
- Picking technique including alternate picking, economy picking, and hybrid picking
- Barre chords and advanced chord voicings across the fretboard
- Fingerpicking and fingerstyle technique
- Fingerpicking and fingerstyle technique
- Scales, modes, and fretboard navigation
Music Theory
- Key signatures, major and minor scales, and the CAGED system
- Chord construction, extensions, and progressions
- Ear training including interval recognition, melody, and learning songs by ear
- Rhythm, meter, and reading music and tablature
- Harmonization, improvisation, and songwriting fundamentals
Performance Skills
- Playing full songs with confidence and expression
- Stage preparation and managing performance nerves
- Improvisation and soloing over chord progressions
- Stylistic awareness across rock, blues, jazz, folk, and classical guitar
Guitar Lesson Pricing
30-minute lesson: $32.50
100% online • Available nationwide • Summer lessons available
60-minute lesson: $65.00
100% online • Available nationwide • Summer lessons available
Start Your Guitar Journey Today
Whether you’re picking up a guitar for the first time or looking to improve your existing skills, our instructors are here to help you succeed. Join a welcoming community of musicians and discover how enjoyable learning guitar can be.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages do you teach?
We work with students of all ages, from young beginners to adults returning to the instrument after years away.
Are guitar lessons good for beginners?
Yes. Guitar is one of the most accessible instruments for new players of any age. Our lessons start with the fundamentals and build confidence from the very first session, with no prior experience required.
What age should a child start guitar lessons?
Most children are ready to begin guitar lessons around ages six or seven, though every child develops differently. Smaller body guitars can also be a great starting point for younger children. Contact us to discuss what is right for your child.
What type of guitar do I need?
The right guitar depends on the style of music you want to play. An acoustic guitar is a great all-around choice for beginners. An electric guitar is ideal for rock, blues, and similar styles and will require a small amplifier. Our instructors can help you choose the right instrument and any accessories you need, like a tuner, picks, and a strap, during the trial lesson.
Do online guitar lessons work?
Yes. Our instructors are experienced with virtual teaching and know how to assess posture, correct technique, work on tone and timing, and keep students engaged through video lessons. All you need is a stable internet connection and a device with a camera.
How often should I take guitar lessons?
Weekly lessons produce the best results. Consistent instruction combined with regular practice at home leads to steady progress and stronger retention. We also offer bi-weekly scheduling for students with more flexible goals.
Do you help with auditions?
Absolutely. We prepare students for school program auditions, competition repertoire, college auditions, and recital and solo performances. Our instructors know what it takes to perform with confidence and will prepare your student accordingly.
Can I learn both acoustic and electric guitar?
Yes. Many students explore both. The core techniques and theory transfer well between acoustic and electric, and our instructors can guide you through both at whatever pace works for you.
Can lessons continue through summer?
Yes, and we strongly encourage it. Summer is one of the best times to make real technical progress without the pressure of a full school schedule. Students who stay consistent over the summer often return to school noticeably ahead of their peers.
How long does it take to learn guitar?
Most students can play their first songs within the first few sessions. A solid beginner level typically takes a few months of consistent practice, and intermediate and advanced skills develop over years. Whatever your goal, we will build a plan to get you there.
What if we need to reschedule?
Life happens. Virtual lessons offer flexibility. Reach out to your teacher directly, and our scheduling coordinator is always happy to help find an alternative time.
Ready to Start Your Guitar Journey?
Virtual spots fill up quickly. Book your free trial guitar lesson today and experience personalized instruction from a background-checked RMT Music teacher. Beginners, returning players, and developing musicians are all welcome.