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South San Jose
Guitar Center
South San Jose
5140 Cherry Ave
Suite 10
San Jose, CA 95118-3779
(408) 269-1681
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Monday 11:00am - 9:00pm
Tuesday 11:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday 11:00am - 9:00pm
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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    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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Music Lessons in San Jose at Guitar Center

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Located near downtown San Jose and easily accessible from Santa Clara, Campbell, and Milpitas, Guitar Center San Jose offers personalized music lessons and classes for students of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your sound, our program connects you with local instructors who are active musicians, performers, and educators in the South Bay music scene.

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From piano lessons in San Jose to guitar, voice, violin, drums, and DJ classes—our music school provides flexible, one-on-one training in a welcoming and professional environment.

Learn from Local San Jose Teachers

Our teachers are more than instructors—they’re working musicians, songwriters, and producers who perform and record throughout the Bay Area. Whether you're learning your first notes or prepping for a live show or studio session, you'll get expert guidance from someone who knows the craft.

Ideal for students who want:

  • Private, customized music instruction
  • Local guitar, piano, or voice teachers in San Jose
  • Flexible scheduling for after school or work hours
  • Lessons tailored for kids, teens, or adults
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Instructors at Guitar Center South San Jose
Amanda Smith
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Amanda Smith has been a vocal coach of all ages for the last 7 years, and currently has over 60 students all around the United States. She studied voice and acting at AMDA in New York City, and lived there for ten years, working and expanding her knowledge of music and performing. After sailing around the world, singing for Carnival Cruise Line in their Rock Band, Amanda decided to return to teaching and is currently living in San Jose California. She specializes in vocal technique to bring out your “belt” safely, and explore your “mixed voice”, as well as musical theater audition prep.
Patrick Hernandez
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Being self-taught and classically trained, Patrick is flexible in teaching a wide range of styles and skill level which includes but not limited to: sight-reading, rhythm drills, ear-training, and specializes on minor-scaled melodies, chord progressions, and arpeggios. Having the love for the music, patrick likes to initiate beginners or further advance students on scales, arpeggios, hand/finger-position technique, and modulation. It is Patrick’s vocation to ignite a spark the student with a foundation of musical interest.
Jeremy Flores
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Hello! my name is Jeremy V, and I have been playing guitar and making music since 2007. I love to play music with others and I love to watch students grow into their own musical styles and creating something to have a constructive and creative outlet.
Shawn Ladao
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Hey everyone! The name's Shawn and I have musical background in piano, bass, guitar, and vocals! I've got 17 years of music experience in general. I specialize in DJ-ing and it would be an honor to be your DJ Instructor. I have much passion in the way I transition from genre-genre and from song-song.
Steven Ruiz
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
I have had an intrinsic love of music since I was a little kid. I started playing blues and rock as soon as I bought my first guitar. I am now in music school and am studying Flamenco guitar.
Juan Vasquez
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Thinh Nguyen
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
I am classically trained in classical guitar and a jazz student at West Valley College. I work with a variety of student ranging adolescents to adults and also from beginners to advanced players. I typically go at the students' pace and my lesson aide is a metronome named Jeff. Come say hi!
Quentin Elliott Jorstad
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Have you ever wanted to shred on guitar or groove on drums or slap some bass?!? Stumped on theory or curious how to improvise and jam? Well look no further!
Ray Furuta
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Has been with Guitar Center since 2023. I am very beginner friendly and always gear my lessons toward what the student wants to learn. From beginning theory and sight reading/ tabulature reading, to just learning how to play chords so you can strum and sing along to your favorite songs.
Tonya Xie
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Tonya is a guitarist and teacher with a passion for building community and supporting learning. She founded the UC Davis Guitar Club where he organized numerous group lessons, performances, and jam sessions. A former student in Nutrition, she is currently studying to become a science and health teacher, with plans to teach internationally. In her music making, she records fingerstyle guitar songs.
Noah Martinez
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Daniel Stauffer
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Has been with Guitar Center since 2023.
Tom Schindelheim
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2024.
Nicholas Caprino
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Nick has been Playing music for 27 years. His journey Began at 8 years old and has blossomed ever since. Throughout school, he participated in concert, marching, and jazz band. After high school, he took private lessons with Professional drummer, Terry Carleton. In 2011, Nick gradated from Musicians Institute in Hollywood with an AA in Performance in Percussion\Music Theory. Ever since, he has been performing with various bands and artists.
Wesley Branner
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Elizabeth Lyle
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2025.
Nathaniel Chase
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Guitar Center San Jose 5140 Cherry Ave Suite 10 San Jose, CA
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Music Lessons for Adults, Teens & Kids

No matter your age or experience, our classes are designed to grow with you. Whether you're a parent searching for piano classes in San Jose or an adult returning to music, we offer flexible lesson plans that fit your goals and schedule.

Popular lesson options include:

  • Piano lessons for beginners, hobbyists, and advancing players
  • Guitar classes for children, teens, and adults
  • Vocal training, including singing and voice lessons
  • Kids drum lessons with hands-on rhythm instruction
  • Violin lessons for classical, contemporary, or school orchestra training
  • Supportive learning environment for all ages and skill levels

Private Music Lessons in San Jose

Our lesson rooms at Guitar Center San Jose are equipped with high-quality instruments and gear, giving students the tools they need to succeed. From beginners to advanced musicians, each student receives focused, one-on-one attention.

Guitar Lessons

Master chords, rhythm, and lead techniques with guitar teachers who specialize in a range of styles—from rock to acoustic fingerstyle. We also offer guitar classes for beginners and intermediate players.

Piano Lessons

Learn theory, ear training, and musicality with trusted piano teachers. Great for children, adults, and anyone looking for piano lessons that build both skill and confidence.

Voice & Singing Lessons

Whether you're preparing for auditions or just love to sing, our vocal lessons help you improve pitch, tone, and performance. We offer both private singing lessons and more casual vocal coaching.

Drum Lessons

Get behind the kit with drum lessons tailored to your pace and style. Learn timing, technique, and how to play along with your favorite songs.

Violin Lessons

Work on tone, posture, and expression with our violin teachers. Whether you're a school orchestra student or learning independently, these lessons support classical and modern styles.

DJ Lessons

Explore mixing, beat matching, and live performance techniques with DJ lessons led by instructors who know the local scene. Perfect for beginners and aspiring producers alike.

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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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