Best Guitar Lessons in Somerville, MA

15 studios listed · 7 in Somerville · 13 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Alexander Raab Violin Studios

Alexander Raab Violin Studios

5.0 33 reviews
“He explains the causes and relationships behind problems in a way that's easy to understand, and he can identify issues that many people might overlook.”
Free trial classFrom $210/moOnline lessons
141 W Adams St
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AXE Grinder Guitar Repair / Music School- Luthier

AXE Grinder Guitar Repair / Music School- Luthier

4.7 32 reviews
“They stand by their quality and will fix any issues with the repair, but I can tell my jack is now rock solid and not going anywhere.”
Online lessonsSince 2016
45 Franklin St
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Union Lesson Studios

Union Lesson Studios

4.6 14 reviews
“My kid took drums with Max for the past year and he was great- calm and supportive, able to read my kid's energy level and respond, flexible about scheduling when things came up.”
Online lessonsSince 2019
11 Bow St Fl. 2
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Wholetone Music Academy

Wholetone Music Academy

5.0 4 reviews
“I love Wholetone music academy, participating in group and private voice lessons and various choral ensembles which provided some exciting opportunities for live performances also.”
Trial classFrom $80/hrSince 2015
149 Broadway
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Strongwater Studios

Strongwater Studios

5.0 2 reviews
Ages 2–6Since 2016
1 Bow Mkt Wy
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Stellarts Music School

Stellarts Music School

4.6 4 reviews
“I think it was the best music school I've ever been to, it's a bit expensive but it's totally worth it.”
Since 2015
75 Franklin St
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This page holds the 15 guitar studios on file for Somerville, 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: Somerville, MA

7 of the 15 studios we list are based in Somerville; the other 8 serve Somerville from towns including Boston (5 mi), Medford (2 mi) and Allston (3 mi). The studios on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 809 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "skills", "knowledge" and "patient". 13 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. 2 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 1999. We have a website on file for 14 of the studios on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 14 list a public email and 1 takes 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 Somerville 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.

Sacala Music Studio

Sacala Music Studio

5.0 2 reviews
“Such a wonderful experience, Sarah is amazingly talented and a lovely person to work with!”
117 Albion St
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Page Music Lessons

Page Music Lessons

4.9 63 reviews
“Definitely recommend them to anyone looking to start or continue their music education.”
From $25/classOnline lessons4 instructorsSince 2002BBB A+
Boston, MA · 5 mi from Somerville
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Musicians Playground

Musicians Playground

5.0 149 reviews
“I've been able to develop my voice while also exploring other instruments and musical opportunities all under one roof.”
Trial class $100From $170/moSince 2005
Boston, MA · 5 mi from Somerville
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Amy Dancz Voice Studio

Amy Dancz Voice Studio

5.0 89 reviews
“If you're looking for a singing teacher who can help you grow and achieve your musical goals, I highly recommend Sabrina Bondar at Amy Dancz Voice Studio.”
Since 2008
Boston, MA · 5 mi from Somerville
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LB Music School

LB Music School

4.9 87 reviews
“I am 69years old,and have been very happy and grateful with the confidence LB school of music has provided.”
Online lessonsSince 2012
Medford, MA · 2 mi from Somerville
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Newton Music Academy

Newton Music Academy

4.9 44 reviews
“I'd definitely highly recommend NMA to parents who are looking for music teachers for their young children.”
Ages 18 mo and upOnline lessonsSince 2004
Needham, MA · 9 mi from Somerville
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Book onlineBook
Loudlands Music Lab

Loudlands Music Lab

5.0 109 reviews
“He is exactly what I was looking for in a drumming instructor”
Trial class $1Online lessonsSince 2017
Allston, MA · 3 mi from Somerville
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Book onlineBook
Brookline Music School

Brookline Music School

4.7 5 reviews
“I am extremely happy that I decided to begin lessons here for $91 for 45 minutes, which is enough time for an intermediate to advanced student to acquire a great lesson and a lot of knowledge.”
35% offAges 0 mo–14Online lessonsSince 1924BBB A+
Brookline, MA · 5 mi from Somerville
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Morningside Music Studio

Morningside Music Studio

5.0 37 reviews
“If you want to play some great jazz with great people, and improve as a musician while having fun, Morningside is the way to do it.”
Since 2008
Arlington, MA · 3 mi from Somerville
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Why these companies made our list

What students and parents say about studios in and near Somerville

  • “Dave and Karen run a great shop! They were super responsive to my emails, fixed up my old guitar so that it plays like a dream again, and all at a very reasonably price.” — from a review of AXE Grinder Guitar Repair / Music School- Luthier
  • “The staff is welcoming and friendly. As someone who plateaued with my guitar playing in college, this has been the perfect place to grow.” — from a review of Musicians Playground
  • “Excellent! My son has been taking guitar lessons for a little over a year there and has learned so much!” — from a review of LB Music School
  • “Very nice and knowledgeable! Very quick and thorough service- went above and beyond helping me out with my guitar and gear.” — from a review of AXE Grinder Guitar Repair / Music School- Luthier
  • “I’ve been taking voice and guitar lessons as an adult hobbyist, and the progress I’ve made is beyond what I expected.” — from a review of Musicians Playground

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

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