Guitar Salon International
“They were available by phone and email and shipped the guitar to me with no problems.”
Best Guitar Lessons in Santa Monica, CA
15 studios listed · 13 in Santa Monica · 13 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
The Music Castle
“She has created such a positive, encouraging, and supportive environment where my daughter feels both challenged and confident.”
Elemental Music
“Call has worked with both of them for years, and she and the Elemental Music team have always been there for our kids, even after school and on weekends.”
Sound Roads Music
“My daughter also has a new outlook on music, lessons are great, but to actually work with professionals and put together a performance - including writing their own music - makes a huge difference.”
Sol-La Music Academy
“A school that focuses on the highest musical standards and is a real community of musicians and music lovers.”
Music Lyceum
“He is good with kids (and their parents) and strikes a balance between learning classical pieces and songs you like hearing on the radio.”
This page holds the 15 guitar studios on file for Santa Monica, 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: Santa Monica, CA
13 of the 15 studios we list are based in Santa Monica; the other 2 serve Santa Monica from Beverly Hills (6 mi) and Los Angeles (8 mi). 13 of the studios on this page have a rating, from 4.3 to 5.0 across 380 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "confidence" and "patient". 12 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. Domain records put 11 websites of the studios on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1996. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the studios on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 10 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 Santa Monica teach on Saturdays?
13 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.
Cornerstone Music Conservatory
“But trust in the educational process, for the teenagers in Cornerstone are truly fine musicians who love their music and will experience more joyous lives as a result.”
French Conservatory of Music
“Whether you want lessons for yours kids, a family member or yourself, I highly recommend the French Conservatory for serious students of music”
Santa Monica School of Dance and Music
“Great production from the staff, professional teachers, and an amazing affinity between students and teachers that is easy for anyone to see.”
Guitar Lessons With Shawn Fleming at Truetone
“I've been playing guitar for 42 years and have studied with very fine musicians all over the world and can tell you that Shawn Fleming is the best guitar teacher I've ever had.”
Santa Monica Academy of Music
“The teachers and staff take their work seriously and they are very good at what they do, yet they realize that kids need to be kids and accommodate their need for fun (within reason).”
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Regis McNicholas Jr. Guitar Lessons
“I'm super impressed with Regis' talent and ability to convey a lesson in a way that is concise and easy to understand.”
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Angeles Academy of Music
“I have seen progress since the beginning and they do so much to encourage you!”
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