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San Jose
Guitar Center
San Jose
3677 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95051-7355
(408) 249-0455
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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.
  • 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.
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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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    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.
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  • 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.
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Music Lessons at Guitar Center San Jose

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 San Jose

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 San Jose include guitar, bass , drums, piano and vocal lessons.

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Instructors at Guitar Center San Jose
Angelo Pieracci
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Not only has this journey of being a guitarist a privilege but it's definitely been a blessing. Working with notable names in the music industry such as the Backstreet Boys, going on tour with John Lee Hooker, and opening up for legendary bands as ZZ Top makes me feel like this journey was all dream. I knew the day would come where I'd be able to share what I learned through these experiences and it is definitely is fulfilling.
Phillip Peterson
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If you are ready to jump on this musical journey, I'm your guy! My name is Phillip, and I've been playing and teaching for over 29 years. I love Jazz, classic rock, blues, classical and pop. Once we build a solid foundation for you, we'll get you ready to rock on stage! I have tons of wisdom to share and I can't wait to meet you.
Tainisha Aguirre
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Taí Aguirre graduated from Berklee College of Music with a dual degree in Music Performance and Music Business and Management. She currently resides in Capitola, California teaching orchestral strings: violin, viola, cello; beginning guitar, piano, and voice. She is able to teach multiple skill levels, but particularly enjoys working with beginners. She has been teaching for 12 years now, having taught both in classrooms and privately over that time. As for her own style of playing, she has played with many groups locally and nationally in a variety of styles such as jazz, funk, R&B and Soul, Latin, and even in a film score orchestra. Over a course of 22 years she has performed with many internationally known names such as Eva Ayllon, Gloria Estefan, the Edge, and more. She was even chosen to participate in the entertainment during SuperBowl 50's week long bash. With a long list of favorite musicians - Duke Ellington, Quincy Jones, Billie Holiday, Roy Hargrove, Prince, Regina Carter, Earth Wind and Fire, to name a few - she continues to write for herself, others, and perform; using their influence as inspiration. She enjoys what it means to share the gift of music not only in her performing but in her teaching as well. She lives on the idea that music is a part of everyone and brings out the joy in all. She still remembers when she learned her first songs on piano and violin at a very young age and sharing it with her grandparents over the phone right away. Having enjoyed learning from many teachers she strives to impart the same fun learning with all of her students.
Chad Zammuto
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Phoebe Chou
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Phoebe Chou is a total percussionist with a bachelor's degree in Percussion performance from Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts. She's been performing since she started her percussion career at 15 years old, and has since toured across the United States, as well as internationally. Out on the east coast, Phoebe studied under Dave DiCenso, Neal Smith, Ralph Peterson, Mark Walker, Herlin Riley, Bob Guilloti, James Murphy, Nancy Zeltsman, Eguie Castrillo, and Ed Saindon, to name a few. She has performed with musicians such has Leehom Wang, Geoffrey Keezer, Edgardo Cambon, Peter Erskine, Frank Ticheli, Arnie Roth, Bobby Shew, Wayne Bergeron, and more.
Matthew Mullen
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Matt has been performing in two jazz fusion groups since 2015 with The Mountain Chimes and Lucid Lake. He plays bass and guitar - and on special and lucky occasions he offers lead and backup vocals. He has been one of our lead instructors at Guitar Center since 2022, focusing on piano, bass, guitar and drums. His availability is very sparce, so if you find a timeslot open - take it!
Charles Pontious
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Charles has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2022. He studied guitar at the University of Miami, graduating from CSU Sacramento with a major in music and minor in computer science. After a successful tech career, Charles is now a full time guitar player/instructor. He has over 20 years of performance and teaching experience. Charles is a member of the South Bay Guitar Society. He studies classical guitar with Steven Lin and fingerstyle guitar with Mark Hanson.
Rafaelito De Ausen
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Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2023.
Antonio Solis
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Antonio is an expectant 2025 Graduate at SJSU. He brings over five (5) years of musical experience to our amazing program here at Guitar Center Santa Clara. Antonio is proficient in voice, acoustic guitar, electric guitar and piano. His specialties range from contemporary and pop to R&B, classical, and non-classical singing. Additionally, he excels in beginner piano and likes to apply his strong knowledge of music theory into his lessons. His performance credits include being a tenor singer in the SJSU Premiere Ensemble: Choraliers, as well as serving as a guitar player and lead singer for his Church band.
Jackie Enx
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Jackie is a drummer and percussionist known for her work in the music industry in the Bay Area. She has performed with various artists and bands including Billy Idol, Lita Ford, and Cher. Enx's drumming style is noted for its energy and versatility, allowing her to work across different genres of music. She has contributed to numerous albums and live performances throughout her career, showcasing her skill and passion for music. Jackie teaches drums and emphasizes the value to practice and gumption. She has a great ability to connect with students of all ages and levels, but its her work with kids and younger percussionists that really stand out in our eye here at our Lessons Program. She is a rock star in the Bay Area ready to share her wealth of knowledge.
Noah Sanchez De Tagle
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With over 20 years of guitar, bass, and piano mastery, I've gigged for 15 years and taught for 10. Specializing in jazz, hip-hop, punk, and rock, I offer expertise in sight reading, theory, ear training, and improvisation. Credits include collaborations with Best Buds, Fright, and Later Alligator, fueling my passion to guide aspiring musicians toward their creative peak.
Khoa Tran
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TK Tran is a country guitarist specializing in flatpicking and chicken-pickin' techniques, while also being flexible across all genres. He helps students of all levels improve their rhythm, lead, and overall guitar skills. TK has been with Guitar Center since 2024.
Lyshia Megan Mangulabnan
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David Dinn
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Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2025.
Kitto Sharma
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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 San Jose.

Guitar Lessons in Santa Clara, CA
Guitar Lessons in Santa Clara, CA
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.
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Bass Lessons in Santa Clara, CA
Bass Lessons in Santa Clara, CA
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 San Jose.
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Drums Lessons in Santa Clara, CA
Drums Lessons in Santa Clara, CA
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.
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Piano Lessons in Santa Clara, CA
Piano Lessons in Santa Clara, CA
Explore melodies and chords to help you build emotional power. You’ll have more range at your fingertips than with any other instrument.
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Vocals Lessons in Santa Clara, CA
Vocals Lessons in Santa Clara, CA
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.
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DJ Lessons And More in Santa Clara, CA
DJ Lessons And More in Santa Clara, CA
We also offer lessons on DJing, brass & woodwind instruments, music production and songwriting. Call 866-761-0244 for more information.
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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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