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GUITAR LESSONS

West Colfax Academy is the number one guitar lessons program in Lakewood, Littleton, Wheat Ridge, Evergreen, Arvada, and other surrounding communities in West Denver!

 

UKULELE  AND ELECTRIC BASS:  The first lessons include learning about the instrument, reading tablature, understanding the notes on the fretboard, and learning about the chords.  There are many songs that you can play in your first lesson!  After gaining more knowledge, students can progress to more advanced lessons such as strumming and playing advanced songs as well as picking out melodies.

SEE OUR TEACHERS

OVERVIEW

(AGES FIVE AND UP) Our guitar instructors teach rock, blues, metal, country and classical styles on both electric and acoustic guitars. Beginners work on chords, simple songs and melodies, sight reading and theory. Each lesson will challenge you with a new technique or music theory, and ends with something fun – such as your favorite riff or song. We employ a variety of guitar method books based on student needs and preferences and encourage students to bring smartphones or CDs to their lessons to learn their favorite tunes.

What styles of guitar do you teach?

All styles, rock, pop, jazz, and blues to metal, country and classical guitar- electric or acoustic.

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What's the #1 reason to study guitar at the Academy?

Our guitar instructors are warm and friendly and get to know each student and parent on a personal level. We work with you to craft a lesson plan that fits your individual needs and the student's favorite type of music. Whether you're playing in local bands, a seven-year-old taking their first lesson, or a fifty-year-old returning to the guitar after many years, we’ll set goals to achieve your musical aspirations.

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How qualified are your guitar instructors?

Our guitar and music instructors have received their education from prestigious institutions such as New York University, Indiana University, the Berklee College of Music, University of Denver, the University of Northern Colorado, New York University, the Atlanta Guitar Institute and Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. Many have toured the US and Europe and bring over 25 years of professional performance and teaching experience to your lessons.

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What will I learn from guitar lessons at the Academy?

Beginner guitar students can expect to work on chords, simple songs and melodies, sight reading and theory. Our instructors balance musicianship and fun by making sure that each lesson presents a new technical challenges or theory concept, and ends with something fun, such as your favorite riff or song. We use a variety of guitar method books, and encourage students to bring their smartphone or CDs to their lesson to learn their favorite tunes.

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Do I need to purchase a guitar to learn the instrument?

Guitars, basses, and ukuleles are avilable for purchase. You will need your own instrument. We offer a variety of instruments appropriate for beginners and advancing musicians alike.

GET AN INSTRUMENT

Take the next step call 303-279-1111 now to grab a great lesson time as space is limited. Or you can email us, or request more info.

PRICING

$32.50-$45.00 / 30 minutes

Lessons are available six days a week, and scheduled once a week.

A one-time registration fee is $25.