Best Guitar Lessons near Aliso Viejo, CA

2 of these studios are based in Aliso Viejo; the others serve Aliso Viejo from towns including Irvine (7 mi), Laguna Hills (2 mi) and Mission Viejo (5 mi).

12 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

KW Music Studios

KW Music Studios

4.9 28 reviews
“I was hesitant with having energetic boys sit for piano lessons, but Ms Jiaxin makes it so fun and engaging and caters to my son's learning styles.”
Since 2006Prices online
26895 Aliso Creek Rd B 758
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South County Studios

South County Studios

4.8 21 reviews
“It's been a game changer having a guitar teacher that comes to our home versus having to sit at a studio for two hours when both parents work full time.”
Since 2006Online lessonsPrices online
27068 La Paz Rd
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Private Cello Lessons

Private Cello Lessons

5.0 5 reviews
“I have been taking lessons from Rudy for over a year and as a beginning adult student, I feel confident I'm learning from the very best!!!”
Free trial classOnline lessonsSince 2009Prices online
Mission Viejo, CA · 5 mi from Aliso Viejo
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Hamrock Music

Hamrock Music

5.0 52 reviews
“He's teaching technique and positive personality has allowed me to progress at an enjoyable pace as I continue to expand my abilities.”
Online lessonsBBB A+Since 2008
Laguna Hills, CA · 2 mi from Aliso Viejo
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Weplay Music

Weplay Music

4.8 50 reviews
“His teaching style strikes an amazing balance; he makes the lessons incredibly fun and engaging so that my daughter always looks forward to them, while giving her challenging tasks that push her to grow as a musician.”
Trial classBBB A+Since 2020
Irvine, CA · 7 mi from Aliso Viejo
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Vienna Music Institute & Shop

Vienna Music Institute & Shop

5.0 77 reviews
“Joe has helped us pick the right violin for my son, he gave us a few options based on our budget and even let us borrow it for couple of weeks to help us decide which one to purchase”
Free trial classSince 2006
Irvine, CA · 7 mi from Aliso Viejo
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This page holds the 15 guitar studios on file for Aliso Viejo, CA. Each one sets its own mix of one-to-one and group teaching, and the star ratings beside them are pulled from public listings.

Area overview: Aliso Viejo, CA

The 15 studios on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 875 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "skills", "patient" and "knowledge". 11 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 11 websites of the studios on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the studios on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.

Do guitar studios listed for Aliso Viejo teach on Saturdays?

12 of the 15 studios list weekend opening. Saturday slots go first in any music shop, because that is when school is out and the family car is free, so ask about the waiting list rather than assuming the slot is gone.

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Los Rios Rock School

Los Rios Rock School

5.0 56 reviews
“He loves guitar and I needed to find not just a quick practice session but a place where he can meet friends and most importantly a fun mentor he could look up to.”
Free trial classAges 6 and upSince 2009
San Juan Capistrano, CA · 7 mi from Aliso Viejo
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McCormick Music Lessons

McCormick Music Lessons

5.0 85 reviews
“Not only does she have tons of experience and knowledge, but she is also incredible with children.”
Since 2019
Costa Mesa, CA · 12 mi from Aliso Viejo
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Irvine School of Music

Irvine School of Music

4.6 86 reviews
“Bernadette works so well with her, gives my daughter realistic expectations & even pushes her just enough to keep her on her toes.”
Since 2016
Irvine, CA · 7 mi from Aliso Viejo
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Evan's Music Academy

Evan's Music Academy

5.0 35 reviews
“I switched because my other teacher didn't have good communication with me and didn't help a lot.”
Since 2017Online lessons
Ladera Ranch, CA · 6 mi from Aliso Viejo
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Freshstart Music Studio

Freshstart Music Studio

4.8 81 reviews
“My son just started learning Piano, and thanks to her approach, he loves Piano, is able to learn it quickly and wants to get better at it.”
Since 2012
Irvine, CA · 7 mi from Aliso Viejo
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OC Music & Dance

OC Music & Dance

4.8 28 reviews
“They really help nurture their passion for dancing and make it really easy to achieve the classes they want to go for.”
From $27/classAges 0 mo–18Since 2016
Irvine, CA · 7 mi from Aliso Viejo
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Pat Hurley Guitar Lessons of South Orange County

Pat Hurley Guitar Lessons of South Orange County

5.0 45 reviews
“I strongly recommend Pat to anyone who wants an instructor that will help them improve while enjoying the learning process and picking up the songs and styles you want to play.”
Since 1979
Laguna Hills, CA · 2 mi from Aliso Viejo
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Irvine Academy of Music

Irvine Academy of Music

4.7 33 reviews
“We've been coming to Irvine Academy of Music for about 2 years now and have had a great experience.”
Since 2017
Irvine, CA · 7 mi from Aliso Viejo
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Phoenix Feather Academy of Music

Phoenix Feather Academy of Music

4.8 9 reviews
“It served me well in so many unexpected ways throughout college and beyond, and I always remember her fondly as one of the best teachers I have ever had.”
Ages 3 and upSince 1987BBB A
Lake Forest, CA · 7 mi from Aliso Viejo
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Why these companies made our list

What students and parents say about studios near Aliso Viejo

  • “I enthusiastically recommend Chris if you want to learn the guitar and be inspired doing it.” — from a review of South County Studios
  • “Andrew’s a solid dude! Got me closer towards my guitar goals and taught me the importance of theory and improv.” — from a review of McCormick Music Lessons
  • “You are an amazing teacher, I've gained so much in musical knowledge, theory, and guitar patterns and chording.” — from a review of Hamrock Music
  • “Pat is passionate and enthusiastic about guitar and is an excellent, patient teacher.” — from a review of Pat Hurley Guitar Lessons of South Orange County

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