At EVSM, guitar students learn from highly trained, dedicated instructors who bring years of professional teaching and performance experience to every lesson. Our faculty includes university‑trained guitarists, active performers, and specialists in classical, acoustic, and electric guitar pedagogy. Each instructor is committed to helping students build a strong musical foundation through individualized, goal‑oriented instruction.
EVSM guitar instructors hold degrees in music performance, music education, or guitar pedagogy from respected institutions such as Arizona State University, University of Arizona, Northern Arizona University, Brigham Young University, and other accredited universities nationwide. Many have extensive experience performing professionally, teaching students of all ages, and working in a variety of musical settings including bands, ensembles, and solo performance.
Our instructors teach all major styles—classical, rock, pop, jazz, blues, acoustic singer‑songwriter, worship, metal, and more. Whether you’re preparing for auditions, building classical technique, learning to improvise, or simply wanting to play your favorite songs, we tailor lessons to your goals.
Students receive a comprehensive musical education, including:
Proper posture, hand position, and picking/fretting technique
Chords, scales, strumming patterns, and fingerstyle
Sight‑reading, rhythm development, and tablature
Music theory and ear training
Classical repertoire, modern styles, and student‑selected pieces
Performance preparation and confidence‑building skills
We use a wide range of method books and materials, selected to match each student’s learning style and musical interests.
Yes. To support proper technique and musical development, students are required to have a well‑maintained acoustic or electric guitar at home. For electric guitar students, an amplifier and instrument cable are also necessary. Instruments should be appropriately sized for younger students, and full‑size guitars are recommended for teens and adults. Having a quality instrument ensures proper tone, playability, and healthy technique.
If you have any questions regarding our school, please feel free to contact us with the contact information below.
