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4720 E. Broadway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85711-3608
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Thursday 11:00am - 9:00pm
Friday 11:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday 11:00am - 7:00pm
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    From guitar and bass to drums, DJ, piano and more, our expert instructors can get you playing. We work to understand your passions and tailor one-on-one lessons to your schedule, goals and skill level.
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    From routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gear—taking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
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    Need gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
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    Our Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
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    Our Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
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Guitar Center Tucson Music Lessons

Music Lessons at Guitar Center Tucson

Learning an instrument provides many benefits aside from gaining a new skill. It relieves stress, builds confidence and cultivates creativity. There is no better place to develop and hone your musical skills than music lessons at Guitar Center Tucson

Whether you’ve never picked up an instrument before, or you’ve been playing for years and are looking to perfect your talent, Guitar Center offers the best music lessons near you for all skill levels. Our talented and experienced instructors come from a wide variety of musical backgrounds and are able to offer lessons for many different instruments. Some of our most popular music lessons in Tucson include guitar, bass , drums, piano and vocal lessons.

Instructors at Guitar Center Tucson
Michael Esala
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Guitar Center Tucson 4720 E. Broadway Blvd. Tucson, AZ
Mike studied Classical Guitar at Valparaiso University in Indiana. He studied the French method of Violin under Gene Gory of the Bussels Conservatory.
Thomas Gonzalez
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Tucson native, Thomas Gonzalez has over 20 years experience playing drums and 15 year of teaching experience. Having graduated in 2013 from the University of Arizona with a Bachelors Degree in Music, he has performed with various musical groups ranging in styles from jazz to funk and punk rock. Thomas has been an instructor with the U of A's "Pride of Arizona" drumline since 2013. He has served as the Director of Marching Percussion and Percussion Arranger since the 2019 season, as well as working with several Tucson-area high school drumlines. Thomas has experience teaching musicians of all ages, and is particularly fond of working with new students and seeing the excitement of people picking up a pair of sticks for the first time.
Michael Zimmerman
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Guitar Center Tucson 4720 E. Broadway Blvd. Tucson, AZ
Mike began playing guitar as a teenager, being initially influenced by Creedence Clearwater Revival, Eric Clapton, The Beatles, The Allman Brothers and other rock artists of the 60's. From the steel string acoustic guitar and basic rhythm electric guitar playing, he developed an interest in the nylon string (classical) guitar by listening to the prog-rock band "Yes", and classical concert players such as Andres Segovia and Christopher Parkening. These inspirations led Mike to take private classical guitar lessons from Norman Sholin MA, the founder of the University of Arizona's guitar program, and to study as a music major at Pima Community College. In order to become more proficient in various music styles, he enrolled and graduated from the Guitar Institute of Technology, located in Hollywood California. It was there, that he learned the concepts of practical music application for improvisation, extensive chord progressions and "fretboard knowledge" which are applicable to diverse musical genres, including rock, blues, country, funk, jazz and rock/jazz fushion.
Victoria Wiggins
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Khalil Monterosso
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Guitar Center Tucson 4720 E. Broadway Blvd. Tucson, AZ
15 years bass experience. Studied West African rhythm and dance in Ghana. Studied music theory under Dr. Solomon.
Justin Grantham
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Taking music lessons from a young age, Justin taught himself guitar and bass during high school before proceeding to study music in college, gaining performance and production experience in various bands and venues along the way. Additionally, Justin is a classically trained vocalist, and also versed in many different musical styles, including rock, pop, gospel, and more. He also serves as the music director for a local church.
Faustino Lopez
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I am interested in music as an engagement with personal and collective memory and imagination. I am a composer, improviser, and performer with a background in American "popular" song, European chamber music, and improvisation studies.
Sean Schweska
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Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2022.
Nicholas Houck
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Adam Holt
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Has been with Guitar Center since 2024.
Austin Kruger
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Before Austin began singing in the Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus at age 9, he was obsessed with music. At age 12, he began to teach himself how to play guitar with only his experience in boys chorus, and some rudimentary instruction from family members to aid him. By the time Austin entered high-school he had already played in several bands and was performing original material. It was during his high-school days that he continued to perform and record as well as go on his first tour. Upon entering college, Austin studied classical guitar while perusing a degree in Music Composition from the University of Arizona's Fred Fox School of Music. During this time he was able to see his music released on several physical mediums through record labels such as War Against Yourself Records, Folkvangr Records, and Avantgarde Music, among others. He also continued to perform both through touring and festival appearances. As a GC instructor, Austin seeks to pass on the knowledge he has gained through his experiences to the next generation of music makers, so that they may achieve their musical goals.
Eric Ferris
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Has been with Guitar Center since 2024.
Kyle Tiffin
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Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2025.
Alejandro Estrella-Lopez
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Hello! My name is Alejandro and I have been teaching music for 7 years. I went to Northern Arizona University and studied guitar, with an emphasis in classical music, under Tom Sheeley. I also performed in the NAU Jazz Bands and Jazz Combo. I have taught music at the middle and high school level and have led my performing groups to earn "Superior" ratings at local area festivals. My bands have also earned the No. 1 spot at Disneyland's "Music in the Parks" festival. My favorite type of music to play on guitar is pop punk. Some of my favorite bands are Green Day, Blink 182, Avenged Sevenfold, Guns N Roses and Linkin Park.
John Welsh
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BA in jazz guitar, MA in music composition.  15 years of teaching experience. Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2025.
Timothy Etherton
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Guitar Center Tucson 4720 E. Broadway Blvd. Tucson, AZ
Has been with Guitar Center since 2025.
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Pickup & Play

At Guitar Center, we offer not only the best guitar lessons near you, but we also have music lessons in bass guitar, drums, piano, vocals, music producing and more. Whatever sound you are looking for, our professional instructors are ready to help you discover your groove. Take a look below at some of our favorite instruments and most popular lessons available at Guitar Center Tucson.

Guitar Lessons in Tucson, AZ
Guitar Lessons in Tucson, AZ
Build finger strength and coordination, master chords, understand strum patterns and learn to find your unique sound with our guitar lessons. You’ll set the tone and define the attitude of the music.
Bass Lessons in Tucson, AZ
Bass Lessons in Tucson, AZ
Learn to play the bass guitar from our expert instructors. The bass is the heart and soul of music - hone the craft and essence of what it takes to be a bass player with professional bass lessons at Guitar Center Tucson.
Drums Lessons in Tucson, AZ
Drums Lessons in Tucson, AZ
Drummers control the groove and energy of every song and performance. Discover the beat within you and learn what it takes to lead a band with our drum lessons.
Piano Lessons in Tucson, AZ
Piano Lessons in Tucson, AZ
Explore melodies and chords to help you build emotional power. You’ll have more range at your fingertips than with any other instrument.
Vocals Lessons in Tucson, AZ
Vocals Lessons in Tucson, AZ
Learn proper techniques and build self-confidence to be center stage. As a singer, you'll be a storyteller, and the bridge between the band and the audience.
DJ Lessons And More  in Tucson, AZ
DJ Lessons And More in Tucson, AZ
We also offer lessons on DJing, brass & woodwind instruments, music production and songwriting. Call 866-761-0244 for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Each instructor customizes lessons to ensure you are learning what you like and having fun. Your instructor will start you slowly, introducing new concepts each week, plus give you exercises or easy songs to play to keep you learning at home.
Learning an instrument is an enriching and rewarding experience that creates lifelong benefits, including increased self-esteem and the boosting of memory. Additionally, benefits for school-age individuals can include improved coordination, the expanding of social skills, and higher scores in math, reading and language.
30-minute lessons allow young or beginner students to learn the basics of the instrument and start playing songs. 60-minute lessons are ideal for more advanced students looking to progress faster and focus on the finer points of technique.
This varies by age and the type of goals the student has set out to achieve. However, most new students usually spend 15–30 min. practicing daily, while advanced students can practice for an hour or more each day in between lessons.
Our flexible curriculum allows students of all skill levels to experience growth. We help create a foundational understanding of music theory through the style of music you want to play. Our instructors will work to understand your goals and passions, and make sure you are on the path to learning what you want at your own speed.
Our Lessons staff will work with you to determine your current skill level, stylistic interest and ambitions. We'll then help you choose an instructor who best suits your style and goals. If at any point, you'd like to change instructors, let us know. Our weekly monitoring of progress and wide-ranging curriculum means you can switch to any of our qualified instructors, or another instrument, without missing a beat.

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      Lessons
      From guitar and bass to drums, DJ, piano and more, our expert instructors can get you playing. We work to understand your passions and tailor one-on-one lessons to your schedule, goals and skill level.
    • Repairs
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      From routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gear—taking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
    • Rentals
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      Need gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
    • Platinum Room
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      Our Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
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    • Repairs
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      From routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gear—taking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
    • Rentals
      Rentals
      Need gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
    • Platinum Room
      Platinum Room
      Our Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
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      Lessons
      From guitar and bass to drums, DJ, piano and more, our expert instructors can get you playing. We work to understand your passions and tailor one-on-one lessons to your schedule, goals and skill level.
    • Repairs
      Repairs
      From routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gear—taking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
    • Rentals
      Rentals
      Need gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
    • Platinum Room
      Platinum Room
      Our Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
    • Pedal Station
      Pedal Station
      Whether you’re looking for that missing sound in your arsenal or building out an entire signal chain, this fully interactive station is a pedal paradise where you can mix and match iconic stomps from legendary brands with the most modern effects from boutique builders.