Guitar
Acoustic and electric. All styles from blues and rock to fingerpicking and classical.
Encinitas, California
Learn to play. For real.
All our teachers are professional musicians with at least 20 years of experience, and they've been teaching at the store for at least 10 years. Some even took lessons here as students. Each teacher is independently contracted so they keep their own rates and schedules.
Please reach out to them directly
What We Teach
Eight ways to find your sound.
Each teacher builds a unique program for every student based on their interests and goals. Beginners to advanced players, kids and adults all welcome.
Bass
Groove, technique, and theory. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to gig.
Ukulele
A great entry point for younger students and adults alike. Fun from day one.
Piano
Classical foundations or contemporary playing. All ages welcome.
Voice
Technique, breath control, and performance confidence for all skill levels.
Drums
Rhythm, coordination, and feel. From absolute beginners to advanced players.
Songwriting
Structure, lyrics, melody, and arrangement. Write the songs you hear in your head.
Recording
Home studio fundamentals and production techniques to capture your music.
Meet the teachers
World-class instructors, right here in Encinitas.
No matter your skill level, style of music, or busy schedule, we have the perfect teacher for you.
Meet the teachers
Professionals who actually play.
Every teacher at American Music Store is a working musician with deep roots in the Encinitas community. They don’t just teach — they play, gig, and live the music they’re sharing with you.
Many of our teachers have been here for over a decade. A few even started as students in this very store.
- 0+Years experience per teacher
- 0+Years teaching at the store
8
Disciplines offeredALL
Ages and skill levels welcome
Tuition
Simple, straightforward pricing.
Lessons start at $45 per half hour and vary by teacher. Payment is collected monthly to reserve your weekly time slot.
Our teachers are professional musicians — this is how they earn a living. We appreciate you paying on time.
$45
and up
- Payment for the full month is due before the first of each month to reserve your weekly time slot.
- If a scheduled lesson is missed, a makeup must be scheduled within 30 days of payment.
- If a makeup is offered but the student cannot attend, it is considered forfeited.
- Teachers will work with you on makeups for vacations or illness.
- All teachers can use Zoom for online lessons when in-person does not work.
- Individual teachers may have their own policies and flexibility.
Per half hour · varies by teacher
Please pay your teachers on time. This is how they earn a living. Thank you!
Ready to start playing?
Private lessons for all ages and skill levels. Schedule a session today!