Best Guitar Lessons near Malden, MA

These studios serve Malden from nearby bases in towns including Boston, Medford and Somerville.

15 studios listed · 14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Boston Voice and Guitar Lessons

Boston Voice and Guitar Lessons

5.0 1 review
“I would recommend her strongly and without reservation to anyone in the Boston area that is looking to expand their skills and horizons as a musician.”
Ages 8 and upSince 2010
Medford, MA · 3 mi from Malden
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Page Music Lessons

Page Music Lessons

4.9 49 reviews
“Instructors are good, and the song nights are great to play with other musicians.”
BBB A+Since 2005
Boston, MA · 8 mi from Malden
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Musicians Playground

Musicians Playground

5.0 50 reviews
“The Piano Hits class is consistently one of the best parts of my week - the music selection is fun and do-able for all levels of experience, and I feel that I learn equal parts theory/technique with each lesson.”
From $170/moSince 2005
Boston, MA · 8 mi from Malden
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LB Music School

LB Music School

4.9 49 reviews
“My son has been taking piano and singing lessons since 2018 and we couldn't be happier with his progress.”
Since 2015
Medford, MA · 3 mi from Malden
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G4 Guitar School

G4 Guitar School

5.0 46 reviews
“They really understand individual student needs and tailor the sessions to them.”
Since 2016
Brookline, MA · 8 mi from Malden
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Ed O'brien Studios

Ed O'brien Studios

5.0 28 reviews
“Taking lessons with Ed has opened a fresh pathway forward for me and my guitar playing that has been refreshing and beneficial all at the same time.”
Since 2009
Peabody, MA · 8 mi from Malden
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This page holds the 15 guitar studios on file for Malden, MA. 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: Malden, MA

The 15 studios on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 529 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these studios on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), quality (95%) and value (80%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "knowledge", "patient" and "skills". 14 are open on Saturdays and 9 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 44 years. We have a website on file for all 15 of the studios on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.

Which guitar studios listed for Malden review well?

Ratings of four and a half or more show on all 15 cards here. Read what the reviews say rather than the number: for lessons, the useful comments are about whether the teacher turns up on time and explains what the student is working on.

Alexander Raab Violin Studios

Alexander Raab Violin Studios

5.0 28 reviews
“If you like someone who teaches you not only good but one of a kind violin to elevate you, Alex will be the one to accelerate your violin to a high level.”
Free trial classAges 3 and upSince 2016
Somerville, MA · 4 mi from Malden
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Amy Dancz Voice Studio

Amy Dancz Voice Studio

5.0 26 reviews
“I also loved that we had quarterly Zoom recitals where I could perform my pieces and watch how other students were also progressing with their respective teachers.”
Since 2008
Boston, MA · 8 mi from Malden
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John Payne Music Center

John Payne Music Center

5.0 15 reviews
“Currently the place with my best music, saxophone, sight reading, clarinet, jazz, improvising, music theory and clarinet teachers!”
Online lessonsSince 1979BBB A+
Brookline, MA · 8 mi from Malden
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Music Shop

Music Shop

4.9 8 reviews
“Great experience when i practiced here”
Since 1997BBB A+Below average prices
Melrose, MA · 2 mi from Malden
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AXE Grinder Guitar Repair / Music School- Luthier

AXE Grinder Guitar Repair / Music School- Luthier

5.0 22 reviews
“Dave really took the time to troubleshoot FRET buzz issues and got the necks of both basses perfectly aligned.”
Since 2016
Somerville, MA · 4 mi from Malden
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Mindful Music Studio

Mindful Music Studio

5.0 31 reviews
“I started out as a complete beginner and she was incredibly patient with me and I really value my experience with her as my teacher.”
Since 2008
Arlington, MA · 6 mi from Malden
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Loudlands Music Lab

Loudlands Music Lab

5.0 30 reviews
“The instructors at Boston Drums Lessons are all talented musicians, great teachers, and super personable!”
Trial class $1Online lessonsSince 2017
Allston, MA · 7 mi from Malden
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Back Bay Guitar Lessons

Back Bay Guitar Lessons

5.0 20 reviews
“When I began I was only familiar with a few chords but after a few months we were tackling some challenging charts.”
Since 2008
Boston, MA · 8 mi from Malden
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Play Music

Play Music

4.7 25 reviews
“I brought two guitars in for setup and minor repairs and they were done the same day.”
Since 2015
Saugus, MA · 3 mi from Malden
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Why these companies made our list

What students and parents say about studios near Malden

  • “Six months ago I knew nothing, and now I'm strumming along, playing songs, and feeling more and more confident.” — from a review of Ed O'brien Studios
  • “Excellent instructor! Shane genuinely cares for his students' experience learning the guitar and is extremely flexible with his hours to accommodate his students' schedules.” — from a review of G4 Guitar School
  • “Super helpful and fast guitar repair! It was really easy to get in touch with Karen, even on the weekend.” — from a review of AXE Grinder Guitar Repair / Music School- Luthier
  • “Learning guitar as an adult wasn't easy, but G4 gave me the tools and structure I needed to take it step by step.” — from a review of G4 Guitar School
  • “Karen was great to work with and they took my guitar and finished it on the same day!” — from a review of AXE Grinder Guitar Repair / Music School- Luthier

Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.

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