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5800 S. Westnedge Ave.
Portage, MI 49002-1461
(269) 276-9344
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Music Lessons at Guitar Center Kalamazoo

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 Kalamazoo

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

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Instructors at Guitar Center Kalamazoo
John Christopher Boyd
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Guitar Center Portage 5800 S. Westnedge Ave. Portage, MI
Happy new day everyone. My name is JC Boyd and I live in Portage Michigan and teach at the amazing Guitar Center on Westnedge Ave. I have students in Voice (singing better), Guitar, Piano, and I’ve also had a few Bass students. I studied Voice at Musicians Institute in Hollywood, CA and at Western Michigan University. At WMU I rounded myself with Piano and Theory studies. Singing in front of people is something that I’ve been doing since the late 1970’s; a little theatre and a great deal of church singing. The other instruments came along slowly to support the voice, and I was able to start teaching in the middle of the 90’s. I enjoy all kinds of music, but have a thing for 70’s pop and all things Prog. I’m not sure it’s ok to put The Partridge Family, Kansas, and Chicago in the same sentence, but they make me happy. I remember my first guitar song. It was Mary’s Boy Child, and I had to go to an older friend to learn how to transpose. Teaching and playing In front of people are both lifegiving for me. Seeing a face with a genuine look of being moved by my singing is Fetch. Seeing the face of a student that just played an F chord for the first time or nailed that high note with power is also Fetch.
Joseph Meyers
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Guitar Center Portage 5800 S. Westnedge Ave. Portage, MI
Hi, my name is Joey! I have 16 years of guitar experience and 10+ years of performance experience. Have performed/recorded with multiple local bands and currently working on a solo project with two EP releases. I'm also a Music Technology Assistant at IU South Bend for live and recorded audio. Currently I'm finishing a Bachelor's of Composition in Music at IU South Bend.
Luis Yzquierdo Velasque
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Guitar Center Portage 5800 S. Westnedge Ave. Portage, MI
I am from Lima, Peru, and I currently reside in Kalamazoo, Michigan. My first contact with the guitar was when I was 14 years old, when my parents bought me my first acoustic guitar for my birthday. At the time, I didn't know of anyone who could really teach me to play the guitar, but luckily, with the internet, I was able to learn quickly. When I was 15, my parents gave me an electric guitar. From that moment, I fell in love with the electric guitar and realized that I wanted to study music and dedicate myself to this profession. After high school, I played in various local bands in my country. I was able to participate in many amateur and professional recordings, where I played a variety of styles from pop rock to hard rock, heavy metal, grunge and alternative rock. Soon after, I had the opportunity to formally study at a music institute in Surco, Peru, called Master Music. After finishing my studies, I met my wife, who is also a musician, and in 2018 we moved to Cusco, the most touristic city in Peru. We work there offering yoga classes with live music, and playing in different bars and hotels in the city. A month before we moved to the US, I was able to record my first professional single. Now I have almost three years of experience teaching guitar, bass, ukulele and piano in the United States. I specialize in rock, metal, pop, classical, grunge, trap, shred, guitar technique, music composition, and music theory. I teach children, teens, and adults, both in person and online, in Michigan and surrounding states. Currently my work is focused on music production (recording, mixing and mastering) and live concerts. My favorite phrase for music is "practice is the key to everything."
Marcus Rottenberk
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Guitar Center Portage 5800 S. Westnedge Ave. Portage, MI
An alumnus of WMU’s School of Music, Marcus studied voice as a primary, guitar and piano as secondary, and is self-taught on both the drums and bass. He often does solo performances using a variety of instruments and live loops to accompany himself. Marcus’s skills are advantageous to students that are not only interested in learning an instrument, but also want to improve their singing voice. His teaching style is also suitable for students that are uncertain about picking their first instrument. Drawing upon his extensive knowledge on music theory, students will be capable of switching their primary instrument with ease.
Jessica Salisbury
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Guitar Center Portage 5800 S. Westnedge Ave. Portage, MI
Hi, I’m Jess! I’ve been playing guitar since the age of 10, and music has been my biggest passion ever since. I studied classical guitar at Eastern Michigan University and cut my teeth touring with a punk band. I’ve taught private lessons for about eight years and worked for a music school in the Detroit area for two years. My specialty is songwriting, and I have a strong background in music theory as well. I also have a pretty good knowledge of music production. I enjoy working with both kids and grown-ups! My biggest influences musically are John Frusciante, the Wilson sisters from Heart, and Taylor Swift. I also (not so) secretly love Bon Jovi!
Jennifer Lyle
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Dale Johnson
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Guitar Center Portage 5800 S. Westnedge Ave. Portage, MI
Has been with Guitar Center since 2024.
Parker Sturgill
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Guitar Center Portage 5800 S. Westnedge Ave. Portage, MI
Has been with Guitar Center since 2024.
Eric Wissner
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This is where it starts. You’ll learn how to set up your drum-set ergonomically, hold your drumsticks properly, and play your first beats. I fell in love with drums & percussion immediately after my first encounter with them. I realized very quickly that I wanted to study music and dedicate myself to this profession. During middle school and high school, I played in various local bands. I have played on many amateur and professional recordings, where I’ve played a variety of styles from rock to orchestral. I have 20 years of experience teaching drums & percussion. I specialize in all varieties of rock and rock sub-genres, jazz, funk, classical and marching percussion, professional drum tech, music arrangement, and music theory. I teach children, teens, and adults, from beginner and intermediate, to pro level students. My favorite phrase for music is "practice is the key to everything." My courses are designed to hone in on specific topics during every lesson with step-by-step guidance and accountability, starting with the basics and working up to an advanced skillset.
Ethan Martin
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Has been with Guitar Center since 2025.
Mikayla Robinson
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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 Kalamazoo.

Guitar Lessons in Portage, MI
Guitar Lessons in Portage, MI
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 Portage, MI
Bass Lessons in Portage, MI
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 Kalamazoo.
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Drums Lessons in Portage, MI
Drums Lessons in Portage, MI
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 Portage, MI
Piano Lessons in Portage, MI
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 Portage, MI
Vocals Lessons in Portage, MI
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 Portage, MI
DJ Lessons And More in Portage, MI
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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