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2601 W. Lake Ave.
Peoria, IL 61615-3754
(309) 685-5819
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Monday 11:00am - 9:00pm
Tuesday 11:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday 11:00am - 9:00pm
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Friday 11:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 9:00pm
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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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Guitar Center Peoria Music Lessons

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Music Lessons at Guitar Center Peoria

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 Peoria

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 Peoria include guitar, bass , drums, piano and vocal lessons.

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Instructors at Guitar Center Peoria
Stephen Dudley
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
My hometown is right here in Peoria! I started playing guitar when I was 15 and teaching about 20 years ago. I love all kinds of music, but classic rock, blues and jazz are may faves!
Nathanial Kieser
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
Tyler Spatafore
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
Tyler is a drum instructor from Peoria, IL with a background in live rock performance which lends itself well to his teaching style and enthusiasm for the instrument. Tyler started off as a self-taught musician for many years before taking lesson from various instructors. He understands that it's not just time in the lesson room that makes a great drummer, but applying those newly learned skills and techniques in countless hours of independent practice. As a chemistry major at Bradley, he uses his knowledge of physics and pattern recognition to critically analyze the little details in hand and foot technique. Playing in multiple bands at countless shows has made Tyler a versatile drummer that continues to push himself constantly.
Anthony Ray
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
Anthony is a talented multi-instrumentalist and music teacher from Peoria, IL. While guitar is his primary instrument, he is also highly skilled in bass guitar and drums. His relaxed, approachable teaching style makes him a great fit for students of all ages—from young beginners to adult learners.
Sean Patrick
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. Lake Ave. Peoria, IL
Sean Patrick is a guitar & ukulele instructor from Peoria, IL. Sean has a passion for teaching and loves blues, rock, and popular music. In Sean's spare time, he is a substitute teacher and plays local open mics. In college, Sean majored in Communication at the University of Illinois. He understands that every student is unique and comes with their own goals and motivations so the curriculum he teaches is tailored differently for each student. All ages are welcome to take with Sean and he is great with young children. We invite you to take a free trial lesson with Sean!
Noah Kale
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
Hi my name is Noah! I Have been specializing in the drums and percussion for over 10 years. I believe the best way to play is from the heart and anyone can rock the drums when they dedicate the time and energy. I look forward to working with you!
Carma Slaymaker
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
Carma Slaymaker is a piano teacher hailing from Wichita, KS. Carma teaches classical and contemporary music. She treats each lesson individually and knows that each student has their own musical journey. Carma would like to make sure you reach your musical goals and has a passion for teaching. In college, Carma minored in organ. In her free time, she plays at local churches and is a substitute teacher in the Peoria, IL area. We invite you to take a free trial lesson with Carma.
Jacob Hill
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
Neil Steinbach
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
I got my first guitar when I was 8 years old, and I've been playing ever since! The enjoyable thing about music is that no matter how long you've played, there is always something new to learn and explore.
Jacob Kersh
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
I’ve been playing acoustic guitar, electric guitar, and bass guitar for over 14 years. I have experience playing many genres of music including, but not limited to: jazz, folk, punk, pop, and metal. I am excited to teach students of all ages. I have a degree in worship arts and currently lead worship at Calvary United Methodist Church in Normal, IL.
Dawn Zapata
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
Throughout her 30 years in music, Dawn has been a solo vocalist, a choral conductor and a member of 10 choirs, including the Harvard University Choir and the Boston Pops Gospel Choir. She enjoys classical, pop, gospel, blues and jazz and is currently a student in vocal performance and music production at Berklee College of Music. She also has a background in education and believes that learning music should be as fun as listening to it for all students at any level.
Anna Lestina
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
Anna currently holds a Bachelor of Music in instrumental music education, and has also studied voice for over 10 years with a concentration in art songs & opera.  When not teaching, she often plays French Horn in the Bradley Symphony Orchestra and for local theater productions/musicals.  In addition to horn and voice, she has played piano for nearly 20 years.  Even though she is classically trained, Anna enjoys listening to metal and alt genres of music.
Nicholas Chittick
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
Nick is a seasoned musician with 46 years of experience on guitar and bass. Passionate about music and teaching students of all ages, he draws on deep music theory knowledge and real-world experience. Nick plays a wide range of styles, including classic metal, hard rock, blues, country, and contemporary worship.
Wolfgang Vergara
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2025.
Richard Elam
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Guitar Center Peoria 2601 W. LakeAve. Peoria, IL
Has been with Guitar Center since 2025.
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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 Peoria.

Guitar Lessons in Peoria, IL
Guitar Lessons in Peoria, IL
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 Peoria, IL
Bass Lessons in Peoria, IL
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 Peoria.
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Drums Lessons in Peoria, IL
Drums Lessons in Peoria, IL
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 Peoria, IL
Piano Lessons in Peoria, IL
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 Peoria, IL
Vocals Lessons in Peoria, IL
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 Peoria, IL
DJ Lessons And More in Peoria, IL
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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