Hollywood
Lesson Hours
Monday
11:00am
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9:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am
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9:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am
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9:00pm
Thursday
11:00am
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9:00pm
Friday
11:00am
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9:00pm
Saturday
10:00am
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9:00pm
Sunday
11:00am
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7:00pm
Store Services
- GC ProGC ProGuitar Center Professional is a network of account managers and engineers with direct access to top manufacturers. From personal studios to concert venues, we design and install custom audiovisual systems sure to exceed your expectations.
- Platinum RoomPlatinum RoomOur 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 StationPedal StationWhether 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.
- Recording RoomRecording RoomWhether you’re looking for inspiration for your own home or project studio, or you need to compare the fine nuances between pro-grade mics, monitors and more, this location is specially outfitted with everything you need, including an immersive Dolby Atmos setup.
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Los Angeles Music Lessons at Guitar Center Hollywood
Located on the iconic Sunset Boulevard, Guitar Center Hollywood isn’t just the flagship store—it’s a destination for musicians ready to create, perform, and grow. Whether you're just picking up your first instrument or looking to fine-tune your stage presence, our personalized music lessons in our 30,000+ sq. ft facility cover a wide range of instruments and styles for all skill levels.
Beginner Music Lessons from Local Teachers
Our instructors are working musicians, songwriters, and producers with real-world experience playing all over Hollywood. From learning your first chords to perfecting your setlist, you’ll get one-on-one guidance in a space where legends have shopped for decades. Learn from local piano teachers, guitar professionals, songwriting experts and more.
Benjamin Heroux
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$136
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$260
Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Ben has studied music since he was 5 years old. His primary instrument is the Piano. In 5th grade he received a college-level piano performance certificate. Shortly afterwards he added percussion studies to his curriculum. Halfway through high-school he began teaching piano and percussion to other students, and started studying Bass and Guitar. Throughout college where he was enrolled in band and orchestra (jazz band included,) he played in several gigging bands. Each band recorded at least one professional studio album, one band completed a small tour from North to South Colorado. After college Ben played with SlateTrain, a Chicago-suburb reggae group, and The Antitones. The Antitones were a 16-piece modern jazz fusion group, dominating the Rockford IL music scene for 3 years and producing 2 professional albums available to the public on various distribution platforms (Spotify). These groups and several groups in Denver have flown him from Hollywood for studio work.
Scott Annesley
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
William Kaczmarek
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7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Will Kaczmarek graduated from Northern Illinois University with degrees in Jazz Guitar Performance and Electronic Computer Music Composition. He studied with many notable musicians including Fareed Haque, Scott Henderson, Stanley Jordan, and Ron Carter. Now living in Los Angeles, Will has performed over 3000 gigs in nearly 60 countries. With many years as a sideman and session guitarist, Will has performed many diverse styles including pop, metal, classical, country and more. In lessons, Will focuses on fundamental music skills that connect across all genres and, although he also teaches advanced and college-level students, particularly enjoys helping beginners get a good start.
Andrew Crosswhite
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Andrew has been playing and teaching drums for over 20 years. He teaches technique, reading, and all musical styles. He currently plays with Dani Hagan and the Reverie as well as Fasha and the Flapjacks, in addition to doing recording sessions. Andrew loves to help students of all ages reach their drumming goals.
Corina Hansen
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Kylie Doebler
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Born and raised in the midwest, Kylie started playing drums when he was 12. He soon picked up the guitar to play and write music at night. Music quickly became a part of his identity, joining school bands and forming jam groups with friends. At the end of high school, he gained a drumming position at a local church, which amassed over 2k visitors each weekend.
Drawn to the emotional connection and self-expression that music offers, Kylie enrolled in the Jazz Studies program at Michigan State University to continue developing his skills. During college, Kylie maintained playing church venues and the many jazz events led by the college.
After graduating, Kylie moved to Seattle to immerse himself in the city's vibrant music scene, concentrating on singer-songwriters. He performed with multiple indie rock groups across Seattle's many music venues and festivals, and he toured regionally.
Now living in Los Angeles, Kylie focuses on teaching and producing, helping new and aspiring musicians self-express through music.
Blake Edmondson
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Blake Edmondson attended University of Cincinnati as a Bachelor of Fine Arts Major. Now living in Los Angeles, Blake has performed nationally and internationally with the artist “Birthday”. Blake also works as an audio engineer for major artists in the LA area, specialising in vocal production and editing. His production and performance specialties include all styles; with a focus on EDM, Hip-Hop, and Rock. As for teaching style, Blake is able to teach all skill levels; but particularly likes to focus on those wanting to learn how to make music with computers.
Daniel Alexandre
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Daniel has been playing music for over 15 years and teaching for the last 12! He's great with beginners and different learners who are excited to learn Piano, Bass or Drums!
Nicholas Rinchiuso
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Nick is a 22 year old multi-instrumentalist with 10 years of performance experience and a Bachelor's degree in Guitar Performance from Musicians Institute. Starting at the age of 5, Nick learned to read music and play the piano. Not long after, he was also playing guitar, drums, bass, and writing music. Nick gathered experience in a 90s Rock cover band, jazz band, marching band, and won an award for Best Guitarist in Katy, TX Battle of the Bands. He has released 3 self-produced albums with over 500,000 streams, and produced, recorded, and mixed songs for various artists in the Houston area. Now he is playing shows with a rock band around the Los Angeles area. With experience in a variety of styles including rock, metal, jazz, classical, rap, pop, R&B, reggae, folk, and 2 years of teaching, Nick is eager to get you to the next level of your musical journey!
Nachiket Karekar
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Nach is a 27 year old independent artist who loves writing and performing music. He taught himself how to play drums on pillows at the age of 13, and he was self-taught until he got a scholarship in Asia's Biggest Contemporary Music School - Swarnabhoomi at the age of 21. He has been a part of numerous bands and played drums for various singers/rappers. Having toured extensively in India, he has released full length albums and music videos for music that ranges from Progressive Metal, Pop Punk and Alternative Rock to Indian Classical Fusion, Hip Hop and R&B.
He moved to LA in the Fall of 2021 to pursue his longtime dream of making it in Hollywood as a Drummer, Singer-Songwriter and Actor/Model. Currently he plays in Vella la Vella, a band that went viral on the internet because of their "Drum Car"!
Johnny Symmes
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Johnny enjoys playing his Gibson SG almost as much as his Flying V. As an incredible guitarist and singer, Johnny began teaching with Guitar Center in September 2023.
Sofia Khorosh
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Bachelor's in Music Industry from Rowan University; 16+ years of playing experience; 6+ years of teaching experience.
Michael Wang
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Michael has performed at numerous top venues such as Vortex (London, UK), Tokyo Tuc (Tokyo, Japan), Rockwood Music Hall (New York, NY), and SFJAZZ (San Francisco, CA). He has 18 years of playing experience and 6 years of teaching experience.
Adal Wiley
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Adal Jamil is a seasoned music creator, audio engineer, and educator based in Los Angeles, CA. With a rich background as a DJ and extensive expertise in Ableton Live, Pro Tools, and Logic Pro X, Adal brings a dynamic approach to music production. He has worked with industry legends like Dr. Dre and contributed to high-profile projects including Super Bowl LVI and major album releases. An adept synthesizer and keyboard player, Adal's diverse skills and real-world experience make his workshops both insightful and inspiring. Whether you're diving into digital audio workstations or exploring the world of synthesizers, Adal is here to guide you on your musical journey.
Mandabya Sarma
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Mandabya Sarma is an LA based guitar player originally from India. His journey began from humble roots in his hometown of Guwahati in India. Mandabya grew up playing Classic Rock and transitioned into modern instrumental guitar. Influenced by artists and guitar players such as ‘Plini’, ‘Aaron Marshall’, ‘I built the sky’ and ‘aswekeepsearching’, Mandabya’s singles ‘A New Dawn’ and ‘Scattered Lights’ have been an embodiment of his influences and songs. Mandabya
has worked with ‘Vishal Bhardwaj’ and ‘Rekha Bhardwaj’ who are award winning Indian film directors at the Indian film festival, Los Angeles 2023 and has also worked with the renowned Indian singer ‘Anup Jalota’.
Kyle Reinhart
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Guitar Center Hollywood
7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Kyle has been gigging on Guitar since the age of 12 years old. He has toured the East coast,
has worked with Allen Stone as an arranger, and roughly 12 years of teaching experience
with students of all ages
Timari Thorstenson
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7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Music (Vocal Performance) from Pepperdine University
Peter Howard
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7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Peter is a multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter and composer for scored media originally from San Antonio, TX. After graduating from Belmont University in Nashville, TN, Peter worked professionally in the local music industry as everything from a for-hire musician to a jingle writer to an audio engineer. In early 2023, Peter moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in film scoring, and he has since started a score production company and written music for a variety of projects, from feature films to shorts to series.
Danny Scordato
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7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Danny Scordato is a guitar, bass, piano, and drum instructor with over 20 years of experience. As an artist, his original music has accumulated over 10 million streams.
Darryl Udell
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7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
18+ years as a concert jazz pianist, 9 years as a composer, and currently the Director of the Music Department at Lifeline Charter Education.
Ariel Nebel
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7425 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
Amber Baker
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Elizabeth Francesca Zaide
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Hollywood, CA
Has been with Guitar Center since 2025.
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Classes Available for Adults and All Ages
No matter your age or background, music lessons at Guitar Center are designed to grow with you. Kids, teens, and adults all find encouragement and challenge in our programs. Find piano and guitar lessons for adults, vocal and singing lessons for children, and many other custom musical programs for all ages. Flexible scheduling is available after work or on the weekend to balance school.
Private Music Lessons in Hollywood
Right on Sunset Boulevard just a short stroll from the Hollywood Walk of Fame, our lesson studios give you a fully equipped, sound-treated space to learn, practice, and create. Whether you’re new to music or polishing your stage show, our instructors shape every session around your goals and style. On-site parking makes getting to class easy, even on busy Hollywood nights.
Guitar Lessons
Work with Hollywood guitar teachers to master chords, strumming, and lead techniques in rock, jazz, acoustic, and more—ideal for beginners through seasoned players.
Piano Lessons
Build melody, rhythm, and confidence in private piano classes. From classical to pop, our LA instructors tailor lessons for kids, teens, and adults.
Voice & Singing Lessons
Train with Hollywood vocal coaches to refine breath control, pitch, and performance presence—perfect for singers prepping for open mics, auditions, or studio work.
DJ & Songwriting Lessons
Learn beat-matching, mixing, and digital production with hands-on DJ classes, then dive into songwriting to craft original tracks from scratch.
Bass Lessons
Hold down the groove with bass instruction focused on rhythm, tone, and technique—taught by working LA musicians who know the foundations of every great song.
Drum Lessons
Lock in timing and coordination behind the kit. Our drum classes guide you from basic beats to advanced fills, whether you’re brand-new or gig-ready.
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- Platinum RoomPlatinum RoomOur 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 StationPedal StationWhether 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.
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- RepairsRepairsFrom 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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- Pedal StationPedal StationWhether 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.
- Recording RoomRecording RoomWhether you’re looking for inspiration for your own home or project studio, or you need to compare the fine nuances between pro-grade mics, monitors and more, this location is specially outfitted with everything you need, including an immersive Dolby Atmos setup.
