Best Guitar Lessons near Bethesda, MD

1 of these studios is based in Bethesda; the others serve Bethesda from towns including North Bethesda (4 mi), Falls Church, VA (8 mi) and Washington, DC (8 mi).

2 open 24/7 · 14 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Levine Music

Levine Music

3.8 3 reviews
“Nice campus with clean teaching studios and wonderful pianos!”
Since 2010Online lessons
North Bethesda, MD · 4 mi from Bethesda
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Tifford Cello Studio

Tifford Cello Studio

5.0 11 reviews
“He has techniques for breaking down difficulties into doable parts to be able to practice at home and learn to play more advanced pieces.”
Since 2010
North Bethesda, MD · 4 mi from Bethesda
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Blue Raccoon Tunes

Blue Raccoon Tunes

5.0 1 review
“Carey also sends out tunes that are relevant to what we practiced and has a very wide base of musical knowledge.”
20+ years
9203 Cedar Way
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Academy of Fine Arts

Academy of Fine Arts

4.8 23 reviews
“He's been enjoying playing piano, gaining confidence, and participating in several recitals.”
Coupons & offersSince 1998
Gaithersburg, MD · 11 mi from Bethesda
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School of Musical Traditions

School of Musical Traditions

4.7 18 reviews
“It's a convenient location from DC (on the red line) and provides lots of opportunities for children and adults to learn instruments, play in jam sessions, and find joy in different styles of music including Celtic, Old Time, bluegrass, classical, etc”
Coupons & offersSince 2017
Takoma Park, MD · 6 mi from Bethesda
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Manita Music Center-Piano Store & Music Lessons

Manita Music Center-Piano Store & Music Lessons

5.0 89 reviews
“We have also benefited greatly from classes curated at Ava Music School that augment private lessons including technique class and performance opportunities.”
Ages 6 and upSince 2020
Vienna, VA · 10 mi from Bethesda
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This page holds the 15 guitar studios on file for Bethesda, MD. 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: Bethesda, MD

The 15 studios on this page are rated from 3.8 to 5.0 across 876 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "knowledge", "confidence" and "patient". 2 are open around the clock; 13 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. Domain records put 12 websites of the studios on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the studios on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 11 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 Bethesda teach on Saturdays?

14 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.

Dudley's B Sharp Academy

Dudley's B Sharp Academy

4.9 93 reviews
“The teachers are gifted musicians who teach the children in thoughtful and creative ways.”
Ages 8–124 instructors25+ years
Washington, DC · 8 mi from Bethesda
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International School of Music

International School of Music

4.9 90 reviews
“He is patient and explains the techniques and mechanics very well.”
Ages 12 mo–7Online lessons3,000+ families servedSince 2004Prices online
Potomac, MD · 4 mi from Bethesda
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Lee Music Studios

Lee Music Studios

4.8 91 reviews
“Our family has had a wonderful experience learning Piano with Daniel.”
Free trial classOnline lessonsSince 2008
Vienna, VA · 10 mi from Bethesda
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EL Melody Vocal Studio

EL Melody Vocal Studio

4.9 75 reviews
“Almost a year and half later I shake my head at the vocalist I use to be, stand confident and grateful for where I am, and excited for the new things I continue to learn from Sam.”
Since 2013
Annandale, VA · 11 mi from Bethesda
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Bones Jones Music

Bones Jones Music

5.0 35 reviews
“Extremely pleased with our experience at Bones Jones Music.”
Since 2010
Gaithersburg, MD · 11 mi from Bethesda
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Promusic.studio

Promusic.studio

5.0 32 reviews
“Dan is a caring, patient and fun bass guitar instructor for my daughter.”
Open 24 hoursSince 2017
Falls Church, VA · 8 mi from Bethesda
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Jam Class: Music and Guitar Lessons

Jam Class: Music and Guitar Lessons

4.9 27 reviews
“I've learned more than I could have imagined about technique, theory, improvisation, musicianship, and playing with others.”
20% off gift lessonsSince 2009
Falls Church, VA · 8 mi from Bethesda
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Russ Rodgers Bass Guitar Instruction

Russ Rodgers Bass Guitar Instruction

5.0 19 reviews
“His years of experience as a musician and instructor are evident from the first lesson, and he is well of knowledge for every aspect of the instrument-- no matter the genre of music, he knows how to show you what it is you feel you're missing to make things click.”
Open 24 hoursSince 1985Online lessons
Derwood, MD · 11 mi from Bethesda
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Studio V

Studio V

4.7 35 reviews
“He will often write technical pieces to help his students, and they are much more engaging than traditional exercises!”
Since 2009
Washington, DC · 8 mi from Bethesda
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